- Several Airlines Suspend Venezuela Flights After FAA Warns Of ‘Heightened Military Activity’ Forbes
- Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning Reuters
- FAA warns all pilots of risks of flying over Venezuela over ‘worsening security situation’ AP News
- Airlines cancel Venezuela flights amid US warning, military buildup Al Jazeera
- US issues security NOTAM for Venezuelan airspace Flightradar24
US deports ‘criminals’ to Africa
The US is deporting people to countries they’ve never lived in.
S Korea’s most prolific online sex criminal sentenced to life in prison
"Pastor" Kim Nok-wan, 33, ran a cybersex ring that exploited hundreds of victims including minors.
Russia-Ukraine war live: Trump suggests ‘big progress’ in peace talks
Ukraine and US agree to modify Washington's proposal to end Russia's war, but offer few details.
Bellingham, Real Madrid rally to score late goal in draw with Elche
Jude Bellingham's 87th minute equaliser rescued Real Madrid from defeat at Elche as Los Blancos return to top of ladder.
Suicide bombers kill 3 at Pakistan paramilitary HQ – Reuters
- Suicide bombers kill 3 at Pakistan paramilitary HQ Reuters
- Pakistan: Five dead in suicide bombing on paramilitary headquarters BBC
- Attack in Pakistan’s Peshawar: What we know about victims, attackers Al Jazeera
- 3 FC men martyred in suicide attack on force’s headquarters in Peshawar Dawn
- Pakistan: Suicide bombers hit security complex in Peshawar DW
Michelin-starred Australian chef Skye Gyngell dies aged 62
Skye Gyngell, a former private chef to Nigella Lawson and Madonna, was diagnosed with skin cancer last year.
Afghanistan, India and Pakistan: A trinity of troubles
Geopolitical landscape in South Asia is shifting, a reflection of past colonial actions and modern-day security needs.
India’s Tejas jet-maker HAL calls Dubai crash an isolated occurrence – Reuters
- India's Tejas jet-maker HAL calls Dubai crash an isolated occurrence Reuters
- New video shows moment Tejas fighter jet crashed at Dubai Airshow Hindustan Times
- Indian fighter jet crashes at Dubai Air Show, killing pilot Defense News
- Shocking decision to continue: US pilot quits Dubai air show after Tejas crash India Today
- "Shocking Move To Continue": US Pilot Quits Dubai Air Show After Tejas Crash NDTV
Russian Oil Offered to India at Deep Discount After US Sanctions – Bloomberg.com
- Russian Oil Offered to India at Deep Discount After US Sanctions Bloomberg.com
- America’s Toothless Sanctions on Russian Oil Foreign Affairs
- How Trump’s Attack on Russia’s Economy Is Ricocheting Through Oil Markets The Wall Street Journal
- India's largest conglomerate stops Russian oil imports amid global pressure BBC
- Explainer: How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy Reuters
Cristiano Ronaldo scores superb bicycle kick in Al Nassr win
The 40-year-old superstar turned back the clock to kick one of the goals of the season in the Saudi Pro League.
Messi scores goal as Inter Miami beat Cincinnati in Eastern Conference semi
Star forward Lionel Messi played a part in all four goals as Inter Miami moved on to the MLS Eastern Conference finals.
Five dead in suicide bombing in Pakistan
Authorities have described the attack as a "foiled terrorist plot", noting that the attackers were gunned down at the gate.
Trump’s surprise U-turn on Mamdani
We compare and contrast Trump’s earlier criticism of NY Mayor-elect Mamdani with his recent praise at the White House.
Israeli strike on Lebanon’s capital Beirut kills Hezbollah official
Attack, which killed five, is the first to target Beirut since a ceasefire was agreed a year ago.
Princess of Wales calls for end to ‘stigma’ around addiction
Forward Trust patron says ‘compassion and love’ is needed to end fear and shame felt by those affected
The Princess of Wales has called for an end to the “stigma” surrounding addictions, saying the experiences of those dependent on drugs, alcohol or gambling are “shaped by fear, shame and judgment”.
Catherine, who is a patron of the charity Forward Trust supporting recovering addicts, said more open conversations were needed to bring the issue “out of the shadows” and for society to show “compassion and love” to those affected.
Continue reading...University students in England get two-thirds of funding of a decade ago, analysis finds
University leaders says planned levy on international student fees will leave many institutions even worse off
University students in England get just two-thirds of the funding they would have received a decade ago, after inflation and government cuts have reduced the resources available for teaching, according to vice-chancellors.
University leaders said the situation was likely to get worse if the government went ahead with a new levy on international student fees in Wednesday’s budget.
Continue reading...Civil liberties groups call for inquiry into UK data protection watchdog
Campaigners including Good Law Project describe ICO ‘collapse in enforcement activity’ after Afghan data breach
Dozens of civil liberties campaigners and legal professionals are calling for an inquiry into the UK’s data protection watchdog, after what they describe as “a collapse in enforcement activity” after the scandal of the Afghan data breach.
A total of 73 academics, senior lawyers, data protection experts and organisations including Statewatch and the Good Law Project, have written to Chi Onwurah, the chair of the cross-party Commons science, innovation and technology committee, calling for an inquiry to be held into the office of the information commissioner, John Edwards.
Continue reading...Philippine President Marcos says seven arrested over corruption scandal
Arrests come amid outrage over 'ghost' flood control projects estimated to have cost the Philippines $2bn.
Australian federal MPs warned to turn off phones when Chinese delegation visits Parliament House
Liberal party senator calls Department of Parliamentary Services email ‘incredibly concerning’
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Politicians and staff in parts of Parliament House have been urged to turn off their phones, laptops and internet during a visit by Chinese officials, with parliament administrators warning building occupants about interruptions to wifi service.
The shadow cybersecurity minister, Claire Chandler, called the warning “incredibly concerning”, saying the parliament advisory raised worries about threats to sensitive data.
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