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New Trump travel ban could soon target Pakistanis, Afghans
Sources reveal that a new US travel ban could affect Afghan and Pakistani citizens starting next week.
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New Zealand diplomat dismissed for questioning Trump’s grasp of history
Kiwi envoy to UK had compared Trump’s approach to the war in Ukraine with the 1938 Munich Agreement,
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JD Vance backs Trump’s immigration crackdown during US-Mexico border visit
Vance defended Trump's tariffs on Mexico, calling them a strategy to curb cartel influence and migration.
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South Korean fighter jet accidentally drops bombs, injuring 7 civilians
A military exercise mishap saw a South Korean fighter jet drop bombs on civilian buildings, injuring multiple people.
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Qatar rebuffs Israel claims
Doha rejects probe linking its aid to Hamas attack
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Germany set for massive rearmament
Germany to rearm as Merz pledges $107bn defense boost, overriding debt limits amid security concerns.
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Trump touts relentless start to term
US president's speech to Congress draws catcalls from Democrats
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Greenland, Panama react angrily
Greenland PM rejects Trump's annexation pledge; Panama slams claim of US reclaiming canal.
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Israel says mission against Hamas 'not accomplished'
Israel's new military chief says Hamas not yet defeated as fragile Gaza truce faces uncertainty.
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Pope's illness spreads doubt at Vatican
Vatican slows as Pope Francis remains absent, uncertainty looms over Church activities
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Trump's hand bruise: Doctors explain possible causes, dismiss concerns
A bruise appeared on Donald Trump's hand after his meeting with French President Macron at the White House on Monday.
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US rejects Arab-led Gaza reconstruction plan, sticks to Trump’s proposal
NSC spokesman Brian Hughes says Gaza is uninhabitable, Trump aims to rebuild it free from Hamas, eyes further talks
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US engages in secret talks with Hamas over Gaza hostages, ceasefire: Report
US envoy Adam Boehler led secret hostage talks with Hamas in Doha, Qatar, in recent weeks, sources say
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Indian police constable blames wife's 'blood-drinking' nightmare for tardiness
Constable responded to show-cause notice by claiming he suffers from severe insomnia due to ongoing marital disputes.
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World's largest iceberg, twice the size of London, grounds near South Georgia Island
The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, appears to have run aground about 70km from South Georgia Island.
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Texas Congressman Sylvester Turner dies at 70 after medical emergency
Turner had a medical emergency after Trump's Congress address, say Democrats. He had previously battled bone cancer
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s bid to freeze billions in foreign aid
The ruling is a setback for Trump's bid to reshape foreign aid, part of his push to consolidate executive power
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US has paused intelligence support to Ukraine: CIA director
US has scaled back intelligence sharing with Ukraine, reducing surveillance and reconnaissance flights, says official
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Trump praises Pakistan for aiding in Kabul airport attack terrorist's arrest
The Abbey Gate bombing occurred in August 2021 during the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan
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Sen Elissa Slotkin criticises Trump’s policies in Democratic rebuttal
Democrat response to President Trump’s address to Congress slams his economic, immigration, and foreign policies.
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Zelenskyy open to peace, US-Ukraine minerals deal: Trump
Vance’s remarks on a Ukraine peacekeeping force sparked backlash from UK and French officials.
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Cyclone Alfred shuts Gold Coast Airport, threatens millions in Australia
Brisbane and northern NSW brace for storm surges, flooding, and strong winds as Cyclone Alfred nears.
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James Harrison, record-breaking blood donor who saved millions of babies, dies at 88
James Harrison’s donations were vital in preventing a deadly condition in newborns, saving millions of lives.
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Why did congresswomen wear pink for Trump’s speech—and why is it causing backlash?
Lawmakers dressed in pink to protest Trump’s policies, but the move drew mixed reactions online.
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Warren slams Trump’s ‘fantasy’ speech after being mocked as ‘Pocahontas’
Trump revived his long-standing feud with Warren, mocking her past ancestry claims during his speech.
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US will take control of Greenland ‘one way or the other’: Trump
Denmark has firmly rejected Trump's proposal, stating that Greenland is an autonomous territory, not for sale.
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Who is Melanie Stansbury and why did Democrat women wear pink?
Rep. Lance Gooden grabbed and tossed Rep. Melanie Stansbury’s protest sign as Trump entered Congress.
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Tesla sites hit by arson amid DOGE job cuts and Musk backlash
Tesla dealerships in France and Massachusetts set on fire as backlash mounts.
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Trump calls for repeal of $52.7 billion CHIPS Act, urges debt reduction
Trump criticised the CHIPS Act, arguing subsidies are unnecessary and funds should be redirected to debt.
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GOP lawmaker snatches ‘this is not normal’ sign from Melanie Stansbury
As Trump entered the chamber, Rep. Lance Gooden grabbed and tossed Rep. Melanie Stansbury’s protest sign.
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'Pakistani' remark not an offence, rules Indian Supreme Court
The Supreme Court discharged the accused, saying his comments didn’t hurt religious sentiments or provoke violence.
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US halts air quality data tracking at embassies in China and India
US embassy data had prompted air quality improvements in China and India, but funding cuts now end the programme.
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Hong Kong billionaire agrees to sell Panama Canal ports to US firm
CK Hutchison to sell Panama Canal ports in a deal worth $22.8 billion
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Key takeaways from Trump's US Congress speech
Trump's speech saw Democratic protests, bold claims on tariffs, immigration, and taxes.
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Red lines crossed to save Pakistan from default: PM
Shehbaz calls for plugging Rs850b SOEs losses
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Democrat Al Green removed from congress after protesting Trump's speech
Al Green, a longtime Trump critic, was removed after waving his cane in protest during the president's speech.
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Israel says open to extending Gaza ceasefire deal
Israel claims it is ready for Gaza truce phase two, but only if Hamas releases more hostages, says FM Saar.
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Turkey arrests opposition mayor
Investigators allege tender-rigging
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Zelensky seeks to mend fences with Trump
Ukraine president calls Oval Office clash 'regrettable'
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Egypt unveils $53 billion Gaza rebuild plan
Urges Arab summit to adopt its alternative to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera'
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World's biggest iceberg runs aground
World's largest iceberg A23a runs aground, easing fears for wildlife near South Georgia
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US heats up trade war with friends & foes
China, Canada retaliate in 'dumb' Trump tariff war
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Iran, Turkey in diplomatic spat over Syria
Iran, Turkey summon envoys amid row over Turkish FM Fidan's remarks on Iran's Syria policy
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EU chief unveils 800 billion euros arms plan
EU unveils €800bn 'ReArm Europe' plan to boost defence, aid Ukraine amid US aid freeze
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Trudeau slams Trump’s tariffs as ‘very dumb,’ hits back with 25% tariffs
Trudeau calls Trump’s tariffs “very dumb,” responds with immediate retaliatory measures on US imports
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Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China spark trade wars
Trump's tariff actions on top three trading partners go into effect, impacting nearly $2.2 trillion in annual US trade
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Zelenskiy regrets Oval Office clash with Trump, offers to negotiate with US
He says Ukraine seeks peace and is ready to negotiate under Trump’s leadership to end the war and bring lasting peace.
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'Half of the people would still be alive if rescue had come': Survivor of Channel boat capsize
Somali survivor of deadliest Channel crossing told UK inquiry migrants drowned waiting for rescue.
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US designates Yemen's Houthis as terrorist organisation
Rubio warns Houthi actions threaten US personnel, regional allies, and global maritime trade stability
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'Get married or get fired': Chinese company's new policy sparks fury
Company issued a notice requiring unmarried employees to marry by Sept 2025 or face termination, then withdrew it.