Gaza war’s 1,000 days: 90% of strip ‘destroyed’, 80% ‘seized’ by Israel
In 1,000 days since October 7, 2023, Gaza lies in ruins, Board of Peace falters and Israel expands control of enclave.
Category Archives: News
Why has Trump refused to renew the USMCA, and what will that mean?
Trade ambassador says US will not approve trilateral agreement with Canada and Mexico 'in its current form'.
What’s China’s new ethnic unity law, and what does it mean for minorities?
Critics say it could hasten forced assimilation, lead to targeting of critics outside China. Beijing rejects charges.
Syria explosion live: Bomb blast kills 5 people in Damascus
An explosion rocks Damascus with state media reporting it was caused by a bomb.
At least five killed in explosion inside central Damascus cafe
Blast at a cafe reportedly kills five people and injures many more.
Vatican expels members of rebel Catholic group over unapproved ordination
Vatican stresses only pope may approve bishop consecrations to safeguard apostolic ties to Jesus's original disciples.
German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough
Under fire amid surge in far right, German chancellor unveils tax and pension reform package in bid to revive economy.
An extra 229,000 deaths: Is that the cost of US-UK drugs deal?
Research finds that trade deal requiring UK to buy more medicines from US takes away money from other parts of NHS.
Eight Thai monks killed after child drives truck into procession
Police say 11-year-old boy who took his parents' vehicle without permission is now in custody and will be questioned.
US-Iran talks in Doha: What were the outcomes and what’s next?
Qatar says the next meeting will take place after funeral processions for Iran's former supreme leader.
Kyiv attacked after Ukraine’s Zelenskyy warns of ‘massive Russian strike’
At least two dead and 11 injured as Ukraine's forces defend against ballistic missiles, drones targeting capital city.
‘A war zone’: Venezuela aid workers fear health crisis after earthquakes
Aid workers fear disease outbreaks in temporary shelters amid overcrowding, lack of access to clean water, sanitation.
Iran war live: ‘Positive progress’ as US, Tehran wrap up indirect talks
Tehran says a 'communication channel' will be established with Washington to report and discuss breaches of the MoU.
Couple arrested after daring Empire State marriage proposal stunt
Russian daredevils Vanya Beerkus and Angela Nikolau are seen as ambassadors for 'rooftopping', a climbing sport.
US judge sides with NAACP over proposed mail-in ballot restrictions
President Trump has sought to limit mail-in voting and has ordered his administration to impose limits on the practice.
E Jean Carroll demands Donald Trump pay $5.8m in damages from 2019 case
Carroll's lawyers have asked for an expedited resolution to the payment question after US Supreme Court declines appeal.
US signs $1 lease with Israel to build permanent embassy in West Jerusalem
The US and Israel have signed a deal allocating land for a permanent US embassy in West Jerusalem.
US Supreme Court hands wealthy donors more sway with latest decision
Critics say the ruling invites corruption, benefitting wealthy donors and amplifying special interest sway in politics.
Iran to open ‘communication channel’ on MoU with US after talks in Qatar
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi says part of $6bn in frozen assets would be used to buy goods Tehran needs.
Despite marquee losses, Supreme Court term grows Trump’s presidential power
Set backs on tariffs, birthright citizenship overlay broad interpretation of presidential power supported by Trump.