Israeli air strike on Beirut raises concerns over shaky ceasefire
Second Israeli attack in Lebanon in less than a week raises concerns over shaky ceasefire agreement.
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Trump administration reviews billions in Harvard contracts and grants
Harvard is the latest Ivy League institution in Trump's sights, after Columbia University agreed to comply with demands.
White House dismisses investigation calls, says ‘case closed’ on Signalgate
Trump administration attempts to turn page as it grapples with Houthi resistance and elusive Ukraine-Russia deal.
US slaps sanctions on top Chinese, Hong Kong officials for rights abuses
Secretary of State Rubio says Beijing ‘broke promises’ to Hong Kong residents, depriving them of their freedoms.
Spanish mine explosion kills five workers, injures four
Investigation launched as relatives accuse mining companies of doing ‘less and less’ to guarantee safety.
Trump’s ‘America first’ policy is complicating business of making cars
Tariffs on imported cars and auto parts will sharply increase prices, hitting demand and jobs, experts say.
Faced with measles, Texas healthcare workers confront ‘information warfare’
For the first time in a decade, a US child has died of measles. What can doctors and nurses do to encourage vaccination?
Moldova expels three Russian diplomats, Moscow promises to retaliate
Chisinau says trio personae non gratae after accusing embassy of helping convicted lawmaker escape to Transnistria.
Meta profits as ads promote illegal Israeli settlements in West Bank
Companies are selling homes in illegal settlements and individuals are fundraising to buy weapons for Israeli soldiers.
Ocean economy needs protection against wave of threats: OECD
Sustained growth of blue economy at risk from multiple threats, including climate change and territorial disputes.
Eid al-Fitr celebrations around the world
Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a festive holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.
Israel orders Rafah evacuation as it continues bombardment of Gaza
The latest forced evacuation orders come as Israel ramps up its military operation in Gaza after breaking the ceasefire.
Ukraine’s women wage war on Russia as mothers, breadwinners and soldiers
The conflict has transformed the role of women by catapulting them into army ranks and positions of authority.
Why is Trump ‘very angry’ with Putin and who will secondary tariffs hurt?
Putin's refusal to accept Zelenskyy's legitimacy has upset Trump. His threatened sanctions could unsettle oil markets.
French court finds far-right leader Le Pen guilty of embezzlement
This is a breaking news story, more details to follow.
Musk hands $1m cheques to voters in Wisconsin judicial race
Race for Supreme Court seat most expensive in US history as billionaire pushes to prevent challenges to Trump's agenda.
Why are so many Americans applying for second passports?
Political and economic uncertainty as well as fear of Trump orders are driving Americans to seek other citizenships.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,131
These are the key events on day 1,131 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Trump says reciprocal tariffs will target ‘all countries’
US president's remarks dampen hopes that tariffs would target only certain countries.
Trump insists he is ‘not joking’ about seeking a third term as president
US President Donald Trump hints at exploring paths to a third term despite constitutional limits.