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US approves nearly $2bn in weapons sale to Saudi Arabia
The sale intends to bolster Saudi air defence systems as the kingdom risks escalation with the Iran-backed Houthis.
Rare protests in Kyiv over dismissal of defence minister
Rare protests erupted in central Kyiv over Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s dismissal of defence minister.
Eleven killed in Algeria orphanage fire
Eleven people were killed and 19 injured after a fire tore through an orphanage in Algiers.
Ex-CEO of Italian motorway sentenced to 12 years for Genoa bridge collapse
In all, 32 convicted and 25 acquitted or cleared by statute of limitations over 2018 Morandi bridge disaster.
US to impose new 25 percent tariffs on some Brazilian imports
Beef, coffee, and rare-earth materials escaped US tariffs amid trade tensions with Brazil over alleged unfair practices.
Trump limits length of visas for students, exchange visitors, journalists
New rule ends open-ended stays and requires extensions after fixed visa periods for students and foreign media.
How can Argentina and Messi beat Spain and Yamal to defend World Cup?
Despite Lionel Messi's presence, Argentina enter the 2026 final as underdogs to Spain and their starlet Lamine Yamal.
Vance says Israeli campaign tried to sway US opinion against Iran diplomacy
The US vice-president also said he faced 'vicious' personal attacks over his diplomatic outreach to end war.
Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
Attacks continue in violation of the October agreement with more than 1,100 Palestinians killed since then.
Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya
Israeli assassinations of several key leaders force Hamas to find new head, a process expected to be completed next week
Air defences intercept drones over Erbil, Iraq
Verified eyewitness video captures multiple aerial interceptions over Erbil, Iraq
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner
The United Kingdom and Argentina fought a brief war over the British overseas territory in 1982.
What happens if Mitch McConnell is unable to finish his US Senate term?
The longtime party leader's absence from the Senate is likely to have repercussions for the Republican agenda.
Data breach reportedly targets India’s Kudankulam nuclear power plant
Purported blueprints of parts of India's largest plant exposed by World Leaks ransomeware group, Reuters reports.
Has Bali’s Melukat ritual turned into a commodified religious ceremony?
With the world in chaos, many travellers are seeking healing experiences during the summer holidays.
World Cup: Why is there a third-place playoff between France and England?
When was it introduced, does it have an impact on the Golden Boot race and what do the managers think?
How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America
In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?
Epstein linked to Israeli ‘deep state’, US intel, says Vance: What we know
In podcast interview, Vance also acknowledges Trump administration 'screwed up' on communications around Epstein files.
US or Iran — Who needs a new truce deal more?
Both sides face pressure points that could make a protracted war painful.
Sudanese minister says war has ‘profoundly reshaped’ nation’s demographics
Sudan faces a population shift as conflict empties areas, burdens cities, and disrupts economic and social stability.
Key moments from JD Vance sit down with Joe Rogan
Key moments from JD Vance sit down with Joe Rogan
‘Falklands are Argentinian’: Celebrations over England win revive old wounds
The Falkland Islands have been at the heart of a long-running dispute between the United Kingdom and Argentina.
Powerful storm floods hundreds of homes in Russia’s urals
Powerful storm floods hundreds of homes in Russia's urals
US hosts global meet on ‘far-left terror’: Who’s attending, why it matters
More than 65 countries expected to address 'renewed threats' from 'far-left political violence and terrorism'.
John Esposito, pioneering scholar of Islam in the US, dies aged 86
Georgetown scholar and author spent decades building bridges between the Islamic and Western worlds.
Palestinians in Gaza search through homes destroyed by Israeli strikes
Palestinians are inspecting the damage in Nuseirat after Israeli strikes reduced their homes to rubble.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from the semifinals
The semifinals are now behind us, with plenty of key moments and incidents to digest ahead of Sunday's final.
Thousands to lose their homes as Ivory Coast demolitions begin
Thousands to lose their homes as Ivory Coast demolitions begin
Iran claims strikes on US bases, warns of wider attacks on region
Iran claims strikes on US bases, warns of wider attacks on region
EU court upholds Spanish amnesty law as compatible with EU law
Amnesty for people involved in Catalonia independence movement introduced in 2024 by PM Pedro Sanchez's government.