Biden aide hits back at book alleging cover-up of his ‘deterioration’
Biden's condition during his 2024 presidential campaign was said to be so poor that aides discussed putting him in a wheelchair.
Tearful Casandra Ventura tells court Diddy beat and humiliated her
She testifies the rapper would often "bash on my head, knock me over, drag me and kick me".
Case quacked: Flying duck caught by Swiss speed camera is repeat offender
Police say the mallard was likely a repeat offender and was caught in the same spot seven years ago.
California judge resentences Menendez brothers to be eligible for parole
Erik and Lyle Menendez given 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole and giving them chance at freedom
A California judge has given Erik and Lyle Menendez, who had been sentenced to life in prison for the murders of their parents in their Beverly Hills home, a chance at freedom after 35 years behind bars.
Judge Michael Jesic shortened the brothers’ sentences of life in prison without the possibility of parole to 50 years to life. They’re now eligible for parole under California’s youthful offender law because they committed the crime under the age of 26. They would still need approval from the state’s parole board to be released.
Continue reading...Trump administration cuts another $450m in Harvard grants in escalating row
Cuts come in addition to $2.2bn in suspended contracts and grants, as US president seeks to pressure Ivy League school.
Uruguay’s José Mujica, world’s ‘poorest president’, dies
The former guerrilla who governed Uruguay from 2010 to 2015 earned his nickname because of his modest lifestyle.
Uruguay’s José Mujica, world’s ‘poorest president’, dies
The former guerrilla who governed Uruguay from 2010 to 2015 earned his nickname because of his modest lifestyle.
India-Pakistan conflict: How real is the risk of nuclear war? – BBC
- India-Pakistan conflict: How real is the risk of nuclear war? BBC
- Divided by a border, united by fear: Kashmiris pick up the pieces after India-Pakistan step back from the brink CNN
- ‘No guardrails’: How India-Pakistan combat obliterated old red lines Al Jazeera
- What's behind India and Pakistan's conflict over Kashmir, and why it's so serious ABC News
- Tanvi Madan on the geopolitical shifts revealed by the India-Pakistan crisis The Economist
How real is the risk of nuclear war between India and Pakistan?
Recent hostilities were a reminder of how easily a crisis could escalate into catastrophe.
El Chapo & Deputy Jesus – why Kenya’s president has so many nicknames
William Ruto has the uncanny ability to attract numerous alternative handles, most are unflattering.
The heartbeat of a billion: What Virat Kohli meant to India
Legendary India batter Virat Kohli announced retirement from international Test cricket on Monday.
Uruguay’s Jose Mujica, a president famed for sparse living, dead at 89
Mujica, a former Marxist guerrilla known by the nickname 'Pepe', became a beloved figure for his simple lifestyle.
US decision to lift sanctions on Syria: Here’s what you need to know
US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia that he would lift sanctions on Syria.
Israel ‘normalisation’ takes back seat as Trump announces Saudi deals
In Riyadh, US president focuses on business, shifting from Biden's policy that prioritised Saudi Arabian-Israeli ties.
Israel bombs European Hospital in Gaza on eve of US ceasefire talks – politico.eu
- Israel bombs European Hospital in Gaza on eve of US ceasefire talks politico.eu
- Militant’s Death Would Be Blow to Hamas, but May Have Limited Long-Term Consequences The New York Times
- Israel bombs Gaza hospitals and camps as UN condemns starvation tactic Al Jazeera
- Scared and malnourished - footage from Gaza shows plight of children and aftermath of Israeli strike BBC
- Israel targets Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar in hospital strike in Gaza, sources say CNN
Canada’s Carney unveils cabinet of familiar and fresh faces amid US trade war
Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet reshuffle includes changes to the core team overseeing the fraught US-Canada relationship.
Macron open to stationing French nuclear weapons in other European nations – Financial Times
- Macron open to stationing French nuclear weapons in other European nations Financial Times
- Macron open to deploying French nuclear weapons in Europe DW
- Kremlin criticises Macron remarks on nuclear-armed planes Reuters
- Russia Opposes France’s Plan to Deploy Nuclear Bombers in Europe Kyiv Post
- Nuclear deterrence: French protection will come at a cost Euractiv
Céline Dion sends message to Eurovision as favourites Sweden qualify
The singer sends a good luck message to Switzerland, as 10 countries qualify for Saturday's final.
Céline Dion appears at Eurovision, as Sweden qualify for the final
The singer sends a good luck message to Switzerland, as 10 countries qualify for Saturday's final.
Bound with a bag over his head, and stuck in a collapsed tunnel: Freed hostage Edan Alexander describes captivity – Ynetnews
- Bound with a bag over his head, and stuck in a collapsed tunnel: Freed hostage Edan Alexander describes captivity Ynetnews
- Last U.S. Hostage in Gaza Is Reunited With Parents: ‘We Never Lost Hope’ The New York Times
- Freed US hostage Edan Alexander's parents speak out in exclusive ABC News interview: 'It finally happened' ABC News
- Scoop: Hamas approached pro-Trump activist for secret talks that freed Edan Alexander Axios
- Father of Golani soldier defends Edan Alexander: ‘He saved my son’s life’ The Jerusalem Post