US government shutdown enters third day, expected to last past weekend
US government shutdown enters third day, expected to last past weekend The U.S. Capitol as the sun begins to set during the first day of a partial government shutdown in…
Last Gaza Flotilla boat ‘still sailing strong’
The Marinette is the last vessel of the Global Sumud Flotilla still heading towards Gaza.
Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album Showgirl shatters Spotify record
Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album Showgirl shatters Spotify record Showgirl breaks Spotify records as Taylor Swift’s most pre-saved album, highlighting her enduring popularity. Taylor Swift performs as part of the…
How much of Europe’s oil and gas still comes from Russia?
How much of Europe’s oil and gas still comes from Russia? In 2021, Russia supplied the EU with 45 percent of its gas and 27 percent of its oil. By…
Papua New Guinea cabinet signs landmark defence treaty with Australia
Papua New Guinea cabinet signs landmark defence treaty with Australia The Pukpuk Treaty is due to be signed soon by PNG Prime Minister James Marape and Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese.…
‘Zubeen was for all’: Singer’s death unites India’s religiously torn Assam
‘Zubeen was for all’: Singer’s death unites India’s religiously torn Assam Amid soaring Hindu-Muslim tensions in the BJP-ruled northeastern state, Zubeen Garg’s music served as a rare unifier. Zubeen Garg…
Beijing’s top diplomat in HK sets out red lines for new US Consul General
Beijing’s top diplomat in HK sets out red lines for new US Consul General China told the US envoy to abide by ‘fundamental norms governing international relations’, including noninterference. Cui…
Munich airport halts flights after drone sightings; passengers stranded
Munich airport halts flights after drone sightings; passengers stranded Nearly 3,000 passengers are stranded. The sightings follow similar incidents in Denmark and Norway last week. Munich airport suspended operations overnight…
Israel dismantles Gaza humanitarian flotilla – but one boat sails on
The Israeli military has largely dismantled a humanitarian flotilla seeking to break its siege on Gaza, arresting hundreds of activists from dozens of vessels, but one yacht continues to plough…
Why has Pakistan-administered Kashmir erupted in protest again?
EXPLAINER Why has Pakistan-administered Kashmir erupted in protest again? Communications blackout and deadly clashes grip the region as protesters present 38 demands to the government. At least 15 people have…