The politics of celebration: Captives vs prisoners
We compare and contrast how Israelis celebrate captive releases, while Palestinians are ordered not to.
US soya bean farmers battered by trade dispute with China
In Pictures US soya bean farmers battered by trade dispute with China Farms face falling prices and lost income amid the escalating US-China trade war. Farmer Travis Hutchison shows some…
As NATO-Russia tensions rise, Lithuania prepares for conflict
Various locations, Lithuania – Along the banks of the Nemunas River, flags appear to be a fundamental feature. On one side, in the sleepy Lithuanian town of Panemune, Lithuanian, Ukrainian,…
KL Rahul, India defeat West Indies in second Test to sweep series
KL Rahul, India defeat West Indies in second Test to sweep series India wins the two-match series with a dominant seven-wicket victory in New Delhi before their tour of Australia.…
Cameroon’s Issa Tchiroma Bakary claims presidential election victory
Cameroon’s Issa Tchiroma Bakary claims presidential election victory Leading opposition candidate unilaterally declares himself the victor, and calls on incumbent Paul Biya to concede. Cameroonian presidential candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary…
Why is India prosecuting Muslims who said ‘I love Muhammad’?
EXPLAINER Why is India prosecuting Muslims who said ‘I love Muhammad’? More than 2,500 people have been charged, as an initial crackdown on the expression has spawned broader protests. Members…
Venezuela to close Norway embassy after opposition leader wins Nobel Prize
News Venezuela to close Norway embassy after opposition leader wins Nobel Prize The news comes just days after Maria Corina Machado was announced the winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace…
Death toll from devastating Mexico flooding rises
In Pictures Death toll from devastating Mexico flooding rises The death toll from last week’s torrential rains in Mexico has risen to 64 as authorities expand the search. A pick-up…
Cape Verde clinches historic first qualification for FIFA World Cup
Cape Verde clinches historic first qualification for FIFA World Cup The island nation, located off the African coast, becomes the second-smallest country to qualify for football’s global showpiece. Roberto Lopes,…
US news outlets say they will not agree to Pentagon reporting restrictions
US news outlets say they will not agree to Pentagon reporting restrictions Reporters must promise not to publish unauthorised material to obtain press credentials. The Pentagon in Washington, DC, on…