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As Chinese economy slows, experts say there will be ‘problems for Beijing’
While the 'export engine is running very hot', jobs are lagging, squeezing spending in China.
FIFA World Cup: 10 things to know before Spain-Argentina final in New York
From the viral photo of Lionel Messi with baby Lamine Yamal to Donald Trump's presence and the NFL-style half-time show.
Israel headed for October election as parliament dissolved
PM Netanyahu’s political survival at stake as Knesset dissolves before the vote.
Germany repeats call for EU force to replace UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
Berlin warns against a 'security vacuum' in Lebanon's south once UNIFIL mandate expires at year's end.
US strikes destroy key bridges, tower in southern Iran
US strikes destroy key bridges, tower in southern Iran
Gulf states come under Iranian fire as US strikes intensify
Tehran targets multiple countries across the region as the wave of US strikes on Iran steps up.
US attacks southern Iran, as Tehran hits Gulf countries: What’s the latest?
Iran struck Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan and Syria in retaliation for US strikes.
Why is Pakistan’s Sindh province facing a major child HIV outbreak?
The latest outbreak linked to a Karachi hospital is the newest in a series that experts say reflects systemic failures.
John Esposito transformed how the West understood Islam
The pioneering scholar, who died on July 15, challenged Orientalist orthodoxies and reshaped the study of Islam.
China’s Xi says AI ‘should not be a solo performance by a single country’
The Chinese leader called for more international cooperation in developing the technology at a conference in Shanghai.
Texas floods ravage through southwestern areas of state
At least 2 people are dead, and over 200 were rescued in catastrophic floods in the Texas Hill Country region.
Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s controversial speech on election security
The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters, but critics say his claims were misleading.
US bombards Iran in sixth-straight night of attacks
The US has made good on threats to bomb civilian infrastructure in Iran in its sixth-straight night of attacks.
Israeli settlers attack Sinjil town in occupied West Bank
Clashes erupted after Israeli settlers attacked the outskirts of the occupied West Bank town of Sinjil.
China rebukes UK over nationalisation of British Steel
The UK has appropriated its last working steelworks following fears its former Chinese owners would shut it down.
Which players are favourites to be FIFA World Cup 2026 award winners?
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are among the biggest stars expected to walk away with at least one individual award.
Iranian sources say US strikes hit civilian infrastructure
Iranian social media accounts, and local sources allege that US strikes caused casualties and hit infrastructure.
IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security
Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.
Goa’s forgotten orchata drink lives on in family kitchens
Once reserved for elite Catholic households, this almond drink survives thanks to Goans preserving tradition.
How three Ivorian firms are competing with global brands
Homegrown firms are gaining ground in Ivory Coast's fuel, finance and cosmetics sectors.
‘Trump Accounts’ are symbolic, not effective at closing wealth gap
The wealth gap is wider than it’s been in three decades.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with top Chinese official
The meeting comes after Xi visited Kim, promising closer diplomatic, law enforcement and military cooperation.
Falling debris from intercepted Iranian strikes sparks fires in Kuwait
Moment a projectile struck a border area between Kuwait and Iraq, sparking a fire and sending thick smoke into the sky.
Brazilian football legend Pele’s World Cup shirt sells for $4.9m
The sale is a record for the Brazilian footballing great, but far from the most expensive piece of sporting memorabilia.
Iran war live: US carries out strikes on civilian infrastructure in south
Officials report power outages, attack on train station in Bandar, as Iran says Hormuz won't return to pre-war status.
Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims
The UN estimates 50,000 are missing, with many more feared dead under the rubble as the focus shifts to rebuilding.
Vietnamese activist places rare national spotlight on Gaza’s suffering
Activist Bao Ngoc draws attention to plight of Palestinians in country where protest is tightly controlled.
Qatar rejects Israeli reports of military action against Iran
Qatar has rejected Israeli media reports claiming the Qataris agreed to participate in military action against Iran.
Sadiq Khan joins House of Lords as outgoing UK PM names 26 new peers
PM Keir Starmer's final honours list also includes campaigners, military leaders and senior civil servants.
Former Italian motorway chief sentenced over bridge collapse
The former CEO of Italy’s main highway operator has been given 12 years in prison.