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US stock futures fall as inflation data, Trump trade policies rattle markets
Trump’s tariff threats and recession talk fuel market jitters ahead of key inflation data releases.
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Crowds rally as South Korea's Yoon released ahead of insurrection trial
Supporters waved flags and held ‘Stop the Steal’ signs as Yoon returned to his presidential residence.
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Zelenskiy heads to Saudi Arabia as US talks on Ukraine's peace efforts loom
Zelenskiy aims to discuss a peace deal framework with US officials while meeting Saudi Crown Prince.
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Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22 from rare genetic disorder
Prince Frederik died from PolG mitochondrial disease, a rare disorder caused by POLG gene mutations.
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Trump calls former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull ‘weak and ineffective’
Trump blasts Malcolm Turnbull, claiming he never understood China or led Australia with strength
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Musk, Polish minister and Rubio trade barbs over Starlink’s involvement in Ukraine conflict
“Be quiet, small man,” Musk tells Sikorski after he questions Starlink’s reliability in Ukraine.
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Who is Mark Carney, Canada’s next prime minister?
Carney vows strong response to US trade threats, says Canada must defend its workers and economy.
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Israel cuts off Gaza's electricity supply amid ceasefire talks
The Israeli move comes as it resumes ceasefire talks, demanding Hamas release hostages.
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US immigration agents arrest Palestinian protester at Columbia University
Mahmoud Khalil, a US green card holder, was detained days after criticizing Trump’s crackdown on dissent.
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Five injured after plane crashes in Pennsylvania
The plane burst into flames in a parking lot; several cars were damaged but no one on ground was hurt.
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Iran says would consider limited nuclear talks with US
Iran open to limited nuclear talks, rejects dismantling program amid Trump threats and sanctions push
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Shelling kills 9 in Sudan city retaken by army
RSF shelling kills 9 civilians in Sudan’s El-Obeid days after army breaks long siege on key city
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US envoy terms talks with Hamas 'helpful'
Israel says cutting off electricity supply to Gaza
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Syria president calls for unity
Syria's Sharaa urges unity as global outcry grows over Alawite killings, vows accountability
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EU chief sees US as 'allies' despite 'differences'
EU still sees US as ally despite Trump tensions, vows to boost defence amid shifting global alliances
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Mark Carney may replace Trudeau as Canada PM
Canada’s Liberals set to name Mark Carney as leader to counter Trump’s threats and trade chaos
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Mexico president says 'dialogue prevailed' in Trump tariff dispute
Mexico’s Sheinbaum hails Trump tariff pause, says dialogue won—but warns against risking sovereignty
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Kashmiri women's struggle highlighted in UK
Webinar spotlights plight of Kashmiri women, urges global action on IOJK rights abuses
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Germany's Merz open to France extending nuclear deterrent
Germany's Merz backs France-led nuclear deterrent amid Trump's pivot away from European allies
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Far-right candidate excluded from Romania presidential election
Romanian far-right candidate Georgescu barred from May vote, calls it a blow to global democracy.
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S Arabia set to host talks on Ukraine-Russia war
Rubio, Zelensky to discuss how to advance Trump's goal
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China to boost AI in elderly care amid ageing population, says official
Since January, local governments have adopted DeepSeek’s AI model into services after its latest chatbot release
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Canada’s Liberal Party set to pick ex-central banker as Trudeau’s successor
Mark Carney, ex-Bank of Canada and England governor, is expected to be named Liberal leader as party vote results loom
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Shortage of meningitis vaccine bedevils healthcare
With no local production, people requiring the vaccine for prevention or travel purposes are looted by profiteers
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Rubio to meet Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia amid critical peace talks
Rubio's visit aims to advance efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, says State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce
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Eastern Australia battles flooding and power outages as Cyclone Alfred weakens
Nearly 290,000 properties remain without power, with outages lasting days as crews work; 6,000+ emergency calls made
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Armed man shot by US Secret Service near White House after confrontation
Trump was not at the White House, spending the weekend at his Florida residence.
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Zakat rate set at Dh25 in UAE by fatwa council
UAE's Council for Fatwa announces guidelines for Zakat and atonement (kaffara) payments for Ramadan 2025.
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Qatar PM warns attack on Iran’s nuclear plant could leave Gulf without water
Qatar and Gulf states rely on desalination; Gulf water contamination would trigger a severe humanitarian crisis
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Iraqi man scams eight women into marriage, disappears with millions
Man scams women in Iraq by faking wealth with luxury cars, marrying them, and disappearing with their money.
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Manufacturing fear: Islamophobia and Europe’s politics of decline
Beyond prejudice and hate speech, anti-Muslim sentiment fuels exclusion, exploitation, systemic inequalities in Europe
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Protester detained after 16-hour standoff on Big Ben with Palestinian flag
The barefoot protester filmed his climb and posted videos online.
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Total lunar eclipse 2025: When and where to watch the rare event
During the eclipse, the Moon will take on a reddish hue, creating a striking display in the night sky.
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Harvard scientist claims mathematical formula proves God’s existence
A new perspective suggests the universe’s structure is no mere coincidence.
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US halts Iraq’s waiver to buy electricity from Iran
The end of Iraq's waiver adds pressure on Baghdad as US sanctions on Iran intensify.
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14-year-old boy electrocuted while collecting money
The boy, a son of daily wage labourers, climbed onto a roof but touched live wires, leading to his death.
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Clash at the White House
Trump’s affinity for Putin has left Zelensky & Europe scrambling for a foothold in an increasingly uncertain war
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Israel, Hamas prepare for next round of Gaza ceasefire talks
Hamas representatives are currently in Cairo holding discussions with Egyptian mediators.
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Thousands without power as Cyclone Alfred hits Queensland
Power outages and damage are widespread across Queensland, with the Gold Coast hit hardest by the storm.
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Kim inspects 'N-powered submarine' project
Kim visited shipyards focused on building warships
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Russia claims advances in Kursk
Zelensky says 'committed' to talks
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Khamenei slams 'bullying' after Trump threats
Rejects possibility of nuclear talks with US
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Syria forces accused of mass killing of Alawites
More than 500 civilians have been slaughtered by security forces
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'Gaza aid block impacts Israeli hostages'
The first phase of the truce had enabled the entry of vital food, shelter and medical assistance.
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World celebrates International Women's Day
In many European countries, women protested against violence, for better access to gender-specific healthcare
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UAE lottery announces new winners: Here’s how to check
UAE Lottery is the country’s only regulated lottery operation, offering prize amounts ranging from Dh100 to Dh100m
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Russian attacks kill 14, wound 37 in Eastern Ukraine
Russian missile and drone attacks on eastern Ukraine kill 14, injure 37, including five children, overnight
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Over 300 killed as Alawite minority targeted in Syria’s coastal region
Rights group says Jableh, Baniyas killings are worst in years, hitting Syria's Alawite heartland in civil war
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Trump signs executive order to establish US strategic bitcoin reserve
The announcement made ahead of a meeting with crypto executives led to a 5% drop in Bitcoin’s price to $85,000.
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Israeli tourist among two gang raped near UNESCO heritage site in India
The victims were stargazing by the Tungabhadra canal in Hampi when assailants attacked after a money dispute.