Leading Macau democrat arrested for ‘collusion’ with foreign forces: Police
Au Kam San accused by police of being in contact with an unnamed 'anti-China organisation abroad' since 2022.
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Trump threatens trade deal after Canada moves towards recognising Palestine
Canada and the US are working on negotiating a trade deal by August 1, with Trump threatening a 35% tariff on Canada.
In China’s shadow, Taiwan is building a drone army to repel an invasion
Taipei sees homegrown drones as key to its defence, but analysts say its plans do not go far enough.
Brown University strikes $50m deal to end Trump administration pressure
Trump has withheld hundreds of millions in federal funds from top universities in effort to reshape US higher education.
More than 70 aid seekers killed as starvation worsens in Gaza
The UN has warned aid entering the Strip remains far below what is required.
Canada will recognise Palestinian state at UN General Assembly: Carney
The Canadian PM says Hamas cannot play a role in the future of Palestine or take part in possible 2026 elections.
At least 22 killed at Angola fuel price hike protests, authorities say
More than 1,200 people have been arrested since rallies began earlier this week, a government statement said.
Why a so-called ‘honor’ killing in Pakistan has sparked national outrage
A couple was killed in Balochistan over accusations of having an affair. A viral video forced Pakistan to respond.
Hezbollah rejects calls to disarm, says demands serve Israel
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says group will 'not submit to Israel' and disarm as pressure on Lebanon grows.
Belgium refers war crimes complaint against Israeli soldiers to ICC
The Hind Rajab Foundation criticises Belgian authorities for not taking stronger action as diplomatic row worsens.
US sanctions Brazil’s Supreme Court judge overseeing case against Bolsonaro
US freezes Judge Moraes's assets, citing role in arbitrary detentions, censorship, and Bolsonaro-related prosecutions.
US Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged despite Trump pressures
The decision also drew dissent from two of the central bank's governors, both Trump appointees.
UN expert condemns US rollback of sanctions on Myanmar regime allies
The decision came after the country's military chief sent a letter to Trump praising his 'strong leadership'.
US Democrats use obscure law to pressure Trump on Epstein case
Rarely used 'rule of five' used in latest effort by Democrats to spotlight Trump-era Epstein controversies.
US Q2 GDP growth masks broader economic downturn
Consumer spending ticked up slightly after a near halt, but private sector investments plunged in the second quarter.
UK flights disrupted after air traffic control ‘technical issue’
Air traffic control authority says departures at all airports have resumed after glitch affected flights across UK.
UK court rules Palestine Action may challenge ‘antiterrorism’ ban
The pro-Palestinian group requests a full legal challenge to its ban in London’s High Court.
Tsunami alerts issued for US, Japan, Philippines after massive earthquake
Magnitude 8.8 quake off Russia's east coast prompts warnings, evacuations in dozens of countries.
New poll shows plunging US public support for Israel’s war on Gaza
Only 32 percent of survey respondents said they approve of Israel's conduct in Gaza, down 10 points from last year.
Trump says Epstein ‘stole’ young women staff from his Mar-a-Lago resort
Trump says he cut off his relationship with Epstein because the sex offender poached workers from his Florida resort.