US-Iran tensions: The diplomatic scramble to prevent a war
EXPLAINER US-Iran tensions: The diplomatic scramble to prevent a war Facing the prospect of US strikes, Iran has intensified diplomatic efforts with countries including Turkiye. At a January 24, 2026…
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to replace Powell as Fed chair
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to replace Powell as Fed chair Nomination comes as Trump heaps pressure on Powell to cut interest rates; Warsh to face challenging Senate confirmation. Kevin Warsh,…
Djokovic beats Sinner as history and Alcaraz await in Australian Open final
Djokovic beats Sinner as history and Alcaraz await in Australian Open final Novak Djokovic stuns reigning two-time champion Jannik Sinner to set up Australian Open final against Carlos Alcaraz. Novak…
Why has Burkina Faso banned political parties, and what’s next?
EXPLAINER Why has Burkina Faso banned political parties, and what’s next? It’s the latest of several measures that rights groups say are shrinking the civic space in the Sahel nation.…
Netherlands watchdog probing Roblox over risks to children
News Netherlands watchdog probing Roblox over risks to children Regulator launches investigation into US gaming platform over potential risks to underage users in the EU. A man photographs a Roblox…
Pakistan military raids kill 41 armed fighters in Balochistan
Pakistan military raids kill 41 armed fighters in Balochistan Military claims without providing evidence that the slain fighters were linked to India. Pakistan has seen a surge in violence in…
Giant Hind Rajab portrait unveiled in Spain for anniversary of her killing
Activists unveiled a giant portrait of five-year-old Hind Rajab in Barcelona on the second anniversary of her killing.
Pep Guardiola renews public support for Palestine at charity event
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola wore a keffiyeh and condemned global silence of Palestinian children’s suffering.
Is Israel’s current path setting it on course for collapse?
Is Israel’s current path setting it on course for collapse? Political polarisation, economic strain and emigration challenge Israel’s future as a secure and sustainable state. Israeli youths cast fishing rods…
Amedspor football club in Turkiye fined for pro-Kurdish ‘propaganda’
Amedspor football club in Turkiye fined for pro-Kurdish ‘propaganda’ Turkish Football Federation fines second-division title favourites Amedspor and suspends president for social media video. Amedspor top the second division in…