Indonesia passes bill allowing military in more govt roles

The controversial amendments were backed by general-turned-president Prabowo Subianto. Rights groups are concerned the law will take the Southeast Asian country back to the days of its brutal dictatorship. Indonesia’s parliament has passed

4 weeks ago

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Deutsche Bank to slash 2,000 jobs

The German bank’s move to downsize comes due to falling profits. Deutsche Bank also plans to close several of its branches. Germany’s largest bank, Deutsche Bank, plans to cut around 2,000 jobs in

4 weeks ago

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Germany updates US travel advice after citizens detained

The Foreign Office stressed that the new advisory does not constitute a travel warning. It comes after US immigration authorities detained multiple German nationals upon arrival. Berlin has updated its travel advice

4 weeks ago

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China executed 4 Canadians this year, Ottawa says

The four Canadian citizens were executed by China despite former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s appeal for clemency. China claims the Canadians were guilty of drug offenses. China executed four Canadian nationals in recent

4 weeks ago

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Greenpeace liable for millions in pipeline lawsuit

A US jury has awarded a pipeline company hundreds of millions of dollars in damages after the company sued Greenpeace for playing a big role in 2016 protests against the Dakota Access

4 weeks ago

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Statues in ancient Greece, Rome were colorful — and perfumed

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4 weeks ago

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Nigeria suspends oil-state governor, declares emergency rule

The president accused the Rivers State governor of being unable to control vandals and militants in the region. The suspension marks the first declaration of emergency rule since 2013. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu

4 weeks ago

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Bullfighting ban in Mexico City sparks controversy

Activists have hailed the ban as a success for animal rights, but bullfighting fans say it threatens an important centuries-old tradition. Lawmakers in Mexico City have voted to ban violent bullfighting, prompting celebration among animal

4 weeks ago

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Italian coast guard finds 6 bodies, 40 migrants missing

An inflatable dinghy carrying 56 people had left the Tunisian port of Sfax before getting into trouble in the central Mediterranean. Six migrants have died and 40 are missing after a shipwreck

4 weeks ago

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Presidents of Rwanda and DR Congo hold talks in Qatar

The leaders reaffirmed their support for a ceasefire a day after M23 rebels pulled out of talks in Angola. Qatar on Tuesday mediated talks involving the presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which

4 weeks ago

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USAID shutdown likely unconstitutional, federal judge says

A US federal judge blocked Elon Musk and DOGE’s attempt to shut down USAID, citing constitutional concerns. Trump said his administration would appeal the ruling. A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that

4 weeks ago

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Turkey detains Istanbul mayor Imamoglu in corruption probe

The Turkish president’s main political rival, Ekrem Imamoglu, was set to be nominated as his party’s presidential candidate. The opposition CHP has called his detention an “attempted coup.” Turkish authorities have detained

4 weeks ago

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Bangladesh arrests leader of Rohingya insurgent group

ARSA chief Ataullah Abu Ammar Jununi is accused of carrying out deadly 2017 attacks that led to a brutal military crackdown in Myanmar and forced 750,000 Rohingya Muslims to flee to Bangladesh.

4 weeks ago

World

Ukraine updates: Trump, Putin agree on 30-day energy truce

The two leaders agreed on a 30-day ceasefire for energy and infrastructure. Additional negotiations are set to begin “immediately” in the Middle East, the White House said. Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump agreed in

4 weeks ago

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Germany’s Bundestag votes in favor of reforming ‘debt brake’

The multibillion-euro package loosens borrowing limits and allows new investments in defense, infrastructure and climate. The plan was backed by the conservative CDU/CSU alliance, center-left SPD and Greens. Germany’s lower house of

4 weeks ago

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NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months on ISS

Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams returned to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after technical problems left them extending their stay on the International Space Station. NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Williams, who

4 weeks ago

World

Germany faces cuts along with financial package, Merz says

Germany’s likely next conservative CDU chancellor, Friedrich Merz, said cost-cutting must be discussed during coalition talks with the center-left Social Democrats. That comes after he backed a historic spending package. Conservative leader Friedrich

4 weeks ago

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EU pledges billions to Syria, but sanctions are a barrier

Donors pledged billions for Syria at an EU-led conference. But investing in the country is still fraught with difficulty because of sanctions. The EU plans to further ease restrictions, but US plans

4 weeks ago

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Nigeria: Explosion reported at major oil pipeline

Authorities have not yet determined the cause or scale of the damage at the Trans-Niger Pipeline. A section of the Trans-Niger Pipeline, one of Nigeria’s biggest pipelines, has exploded, media reported on Tuesday. The

4 weeks ago

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Ukraine updates: Expectations high ahead of Trump-Putin call

The leaders are due to speak during a telephone call about possibly ending the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin said the call will last as long as necessary.  Trump and Putin are

4 weeks ago

World

India: Nagpur sees clashes over Mughal emperor’s tomb

The clashes centered around demands from Hindu nationalists for the removal of the tomb of the former Muslim emperor Aurangzeb. Several people, including police officers, have been injured. Around a dozen people

4 weeks ago

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NASA astronauts begin return to Earth after 9 months on ISS

Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are returning to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after technical problems left them extending their stay on the International Space Station. NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Williams

4 weeks ago

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Germany: Auto giant Audi to slash 7,500 jobs from workforce

The cut represents 8% of the carmaker’s global workforce. It is the latest blow to the German automotive industry, which is already reeling from a stuttering shift to electric cars and stiff

4 weeks ago

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M23 rebels withdraw from Congo peace talks

M23 rebels said they were pulling out of talks with the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo because EU sanctions against Rwandan officials earlier in the day “undermined” negotiations. The Rwanda-backed

4 weeks ago

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Germany ‘monitoring’ US detentions of its citizens

German officials are trying to determine whether three cases in which citizens were detained while trying to enter the United States signal a change in US policy. Germany is “monitoring” how its citizens

4 weeks ago

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US: White House denies flouting court order on deportations

The White House said it was acting within the “confines of the law” after carrying out deportations of immigrants it says are members of a Venezuelan gang. A judge had ordered a

4 weeks ago

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North Macedonia probes deadly nightclub blaze

North Macedonia has flown flags at half mast for the victims of a night spot blaze that killed dozens. More than 20 people are under investigation over the incident. The North Macedonian Interior Ministry

4 weeks ago

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Belgium, Rwanda expel diplomats over DR Congo conflict

Rwanda has accused Belgium of repeatedly undermining Rwanda over the M23 offensive in Congo. Belgium and Rwanda are expelling each other’s diplomats in tit-for-tat moves as part of an escalating dispute over the conflict in

4 weeks ago

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Serbian government denies using ‘sonic weapon’ at protest

Protesters had accused the police of using the outlawed device against crowds as hundreds of thousands gathered in Belgrade. The protests were described as the largest in Serbia’s history. Serbia’s president Aleksandar Vucic has denied

4 weeks ago

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OECD warns of slowing global growth amid trade tensions

The leading economic organization cut its forecast for global growth due to trade tensions sparked by Donald Trump’s tariffs. It warned that conditions could worsen. Global growth is expected to slow due

4 weeks ago

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Philippine Senate to probe Duterte arrest, handover to ICC

The Philippine Senate has said it will investigate whether due process was upheld in the detention of ex-President Rodrigo Duterte. The probe has been initiated by Imee Marcos, the sister of President

4 weeks ago

World

India approves Chandrayaan-5 moon mission

India is planning to launch a fifth lunar probe carrying a 25-kilogram rover, in association with Japan, after becoming the fourth country to achieve a soft landing on the moon. The Indian government has

4 weeks ago

Innovations

Brazil: Bolsonaro and supporters rally against coup charges

Former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro joined protesters at Copacabana Beach amid legal troubles over alleged attempts to overthrow President Lula’s government in 2023. Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro rallied at Brazil’s famous

4 weeks ago

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Ukraine: US and Russia’s top diplomats discuss ‘next steps’

Indicating a thaw in US-Russia relations, Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov spoke about further efforts to end the war in Ukraine as overnight aerial strikes continue. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia’s

4 weeks ago

World

Trump admin vows ‘unrelenting’ strikes on Houthis in Yemen

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has vowed to continue the missile strikes on Yemen’s Houthis until their attacks stop. But the rebels promise further escalation. The United States will continue to strike Yemen’s Houthi

4 weeks ago

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Pope Francis photo released for first time since he fell ill

The 88-year-old could be seen praying as he sat in a wheelchair. While his condition is being described as stable, it is not yet clear when he will be discharged from the

4 weeks ago

Society

US defies court order, deports Venezuelans to El Salvador

The Trump administration invoked a wartime law from the 18th century to rapidly deport Venezuelans to El Salvador. A federal judge had issued an order temporarily banning the expulsions. The US has

4 weeks ago

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Deadly storms, tornadoes sweep across US

Authorities have warned more severe weather is bound for the US East Coast later on Sunday, with several states under tornado watches. Multiple tornadoes have lashed large parts of the southern and midwestern

4 weeks ago

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Ukraine and the USA: Partnership, Not Capitulation

Recently, discussions about a possible ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia have intensified in the media. The Kremlin is pushing narratives suggesting that the West is allegedly forcing Kyiv into capitulation. However, the

1 month ago

World·Ukraine

Ukraine ceasefire: What do Russia, US, EU want?

Washington and Kyiv are both pushing for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but so far Russia has rejected the proposal. What interests are at play here — for Russia, Ukraine, the

1 month ago

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Greek PM appoints new ministers after train tragedy protests

The most notable changes are new finance and transport ministers. The reshuffle comes as Kyriakos Mitsotakis attempts to shore up support for his government after mass protests over a 2023 train crash.

1 month ago

Politics

Germany: Parties reportedly agree on historic debt deal

The CDU/CSU bloc and the SPD have reached an agreement with the Greens on a massive increase in government borrowing, news agencies report, citing party sources. The conservative CDU/CSU bloc of German election winner

1 month ago

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EU welcomes conclusion of Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks

The European Union says conclusion of Azerbaijan and Armenia talks and agreement on the text of a possible treaty, “a decisive step.” The European Union on Friday congratulated the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan for finalizing

1 month ago

World

Germany: Inflation at 2.3% in February

Food prices have contributed to high inflation, reaching its highest rate since January 2024. German consumer prices rose by 2.3% in February compared to the same month last year, according to the Federal

1 month ago

Business

China, Russia, Iran diplomats hold nuclear talks

Senior diplomats from China, Russia and Iran have gathered in Beijing to talk about Iran’s nuclear program. China has called for a “diplomatic” Iran nuclear solution. Diplomats from China, Russia and Iran met in Beijing

1 month ago

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EU to invest $5bn in South Africa after US aid withdrawal

Donald Trump’s cancellation of millions in aid to the country left a massive funding gap. The EU’s investment package includes funding to boost vaccine manufacturing and for a transition to clean energy.

1 month ago

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US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers

The rulings come as the Trump administration had demanded that government agencies submit plans for a second wave of mass layoffs and budget cuts this week. Two judges ordered US President Donald

1 month ago

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Peru passes law critics claim will cripple NGOs

Peru’s NGOs expressed their anger over a bill that seeks to tighten control over civil society organizations. The groups say the law would hamper their ability to defend human rights. Rights groups

1 month ago

Society

American Airlines engine catches fire on tarmac in Denver

Twelve hospitalized with minor injuries after emergency evacuation of burning American Airlines plane at Denver airport. The engine of an American Airlines plane caught fire after it landing in the US city

1 month ago

World

The U.S. Does Not Demand Ukraine’s Surrender: Political Realities and Kremlin Manipulations

Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has actively used propaganda to justify its aggression. One of the key narratives has been the claim that the U.S. is allegedly

1 month ago

Ukraine

Trump tells NATO chief the US needs Greenland

US President Donald Trump told NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte that the US needs control of Greenland. US President Donald Trump told NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte that US control of Greenland was necessary for international security. During

1 month ago

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Boycott USA! Trump tariffs prompt backlash against US goods

The Trump administration’s uncompromising approach to tariffs appears to have sparked a trend in opposition — boycott campaigns against American products from consumers and companies. Scandinavian countries and Canada are at the forefront of

1 month ago

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Civil society in the crosshairs in Central, Eastern Europe

Faced with political challenges at home and emboldened by President Trump’s dismantling of USAID, the illiberal governments of Hungary, Serbia and Slovakia are cracking down on civil society organizations. Delighted by Donald

1 month ago

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British PM Starmer announces NHS England to be abolished

NHS England, the body overseeing the activities of the British National Health Service, is to be scrapped. British Prime Minister Keith Starmer said the move aims to cut unnecessary bureaucracy Labour Prime

1 month ago

Society

Taiwan leader promises to counter China ‘infiltration’

Taiwan accuses China of trying to intimidate it into relinquishing its independence. Beijing considers the democratically governed island as part of its own territory. Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te on Thursday called for tougher

1 month ago

Politics

Spain: Scientists uncover oldest face in Western Europe

The facial bones of an adult nicknamed “Pink,” unearthed in Spain, rewrite humankind’s early history in Europe. Scientists in Spain have excavated fossilized facial bones that may be from a previously unknown species of the

1 month ago

World

Argentina: Pensioners and soccer fans unite in protests

Police in Buenos Aires have fought running battles with hundreds of football fans and anti-austerity protesters during a weekly protest by pensioners. Argentine pensioners and soccer fans clashed with police on Wednesday

1 month ago

Society

Syria’s interim president creates national security council

A national security council in Syria will tackle security and political challenges, according to an official order from the country’s transitional presidency. Syria’s new leaders on Wednesday announced that they will create a

1 month ago

World

SpaceX delays mission to return stranded astronauts

NASA has allayed fears over the safety of two astronauts stuck on board the International Space Station. A hydraulics issue prompted the postponement. A ground system issue forced SpaceX to postpone a flight to

1 month ago

Innovations

DR Congo, M23 rebels to hold peace talks in Angola

Despite previously refusing to engage in negotiations, Congolese officials have agreed to meet M23 rebels in Luanda to discuss an end to the deadly conflict. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s government and the rebel

1 month ago

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Ukraine: Trump says negotiators headed to Russia ‘right now’

The US president said an American team would hold talks with Russian officials on a possible ceasefire with Ukraine. Meanwhile, European defense ministers are gathering in Paris to discuss the war. US

1 month ago

World

Germany’s Rheinmetall eyes growth chance as Europe rearms

German arms producer Rheinmetall says a new “era of rearmament” in Europe promises it huge prospects of growth. The plans to boost defense spending come as US interest in the continent’s security

1 month ago

Business

Dutch lawmakers object to EU’s multibillion defense proposal

The Dutch parliament narrowly rejected the EU’s ReArm Europe defense plan, citing concerns over national debt. The government is now divided on its next steps. The Netherlands’ parliament on Tuesday narrowly voted against

1 month ago

Politics

German police rumble smuggler with meth-flavored wraps

A bus passenger was carrying three tortilla wraps-worth of smuggled meth, with a street value of €23,000. The 29-year-old man has been detained. German customs officers discovered an unusual filling in several tortilla

1 month ago

Society

Georgia: Ex-President Saakashvili jailed for 9 more years

Chaos erupted in the Georgian courtroom as the verdict was announced, with Mikheil Saakashvili’s supporters calling the judge a ”slave” of the current government. Saakashvili was found guilty of embezzlement. Former Georgian President Mikheil

1 month ago

Politics

Trump tariffs on steel, aluminum imports go into effect

All steel and aluminum imports into the US will now face a sweeping levy of 25%. Canada, Mexico, Brazil and South Korea would be among the countries most heavily affected by the

1 month ago

Business

EU announces ‘countermeasures’ to US steel, aluminum tariffs

The EU has announced tit-for-tat measures against some US goods in response to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The EU tariffs will hit a range of goods, including steel and aluminum.

1 month ago

Business

Pakistan: Many hostages freed after Balochistan train attack

Baloch separatists have taken hundreds of people hostage after attacking a passenger train. Scores have been freed after government forces launched a large-scale operation. Over a hundred train passengers were rescued after being

1 month ago

World

NASA launches space telescope to unveil cosmic secrets

SPHEREx will map the entire sky to help us understand what happened in the first moments after the Big Bang. NASA on Tuesday launched its newest space telescope, SPHEREx, designed to map the

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

North Sea collision: Captain arrested for manslaughter

The UK has detained the captain of a Portuguese cargo ship that collided into a US tanker carrying jet fuel and led to a massive blaze in the North Sea. Meanwhile, both

1 month ago

World

Demokraatit wins Greenland parliamentary election

Greenland’s legislative elections could set a path toward independence. It comes after Donald Trump announced he wished for the US to acquire the autonomous Danish territory. With the majority of votes counted,

1 month ago

Politics

Stock market selloff: Is a US recession ahead?

When Donald Trump was reelected in November, many investors declared the so-called Trump Trade would spur US stocks to new highs. But markets are now spooked by fears the world’s largest economy

1 month ago

Business

Hong Kong court finds social worker guilty of rioting

Jackie Chen, accused of rioting during Hong Kong’s 2019 protests, pleaded not guilty and declined to testify in her retrial. She had used a megaphone to urge police restraint. Jackie Chen, a

1 month ago

Society

Serbia: Student protesters block public TV station

The anti-government protesters have said the blockade will continue for at least 22 hours. They accuse Serbia’s public broadcaster of being biased toward President Aleksandar Vucic. Hundreds of student protesters blocked Serbia’s public television

1 month ago

Politics

Syria: Sharaa signs integration deal with Kurdish-led forces

Syria’s Kurds have agreed to integrate their de facto autonomous institutions into the new Syrian government. In return, they have been promised constitutional and language rights. The Syrian interim government signed an agreement on

1 month ago

Politics

Duterte arrested at Manila Airport on ICC warrant

Philippine police served an Interpol arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court on the former president for his deadly narcotics crackdown during his time in office. Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at

1 month ago

World

Elon Musk claims X hit by ‘massive cyberattack’

Elon Musk’s X suffered multiple outages on Monday. The tech magnate said there had been a “cyberattack” on his service and claimed that it may have originated in Ukraine. Elon Musk, the

1 month ago

Innovations

Trump administration ordered to pay $2 billion in aid

A federal judge ordered the US administration to release foreign aid payments that are due under certain existing contracts. A United States district judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s administration must pay nearly $2

1 month ago

World

North Sea: Tanker hired by US military hit by cargo ship

A tanker carrying jet fuel for the US military has collided with a ship transporting chemicals off the UK coast. The crew of the Stena Immaculate tanker reported explosions on board. Cargo

1 month ago

World

Germany, UK urge Israel to resume aid, electricity to Gaza

Israel cut electricity supplies to the Palestinian enclave to pressure Hamas into releasing more hostages. Meanwhile, Israel has sent negotiators to Doha to discuss the Gaza ceasefire. Germany has called on Israel to restore

1 month ago

World

Pope Francis showing ‘good response’ to treatment — Vatican

Doctors say Pope Francis is no longer in imminent danger but will remain in hospital for several more days. The 88-year-old pope has been hospitalized with a respiratory infection since February. Pope

1 month ago

Society

Indians repatriated after release from Myanmar scam centers

Thousands of people have been freed in recent weeks from the online scam centers operating near the Myanmar-Thai border. Most of them are stuck in limbo waiting to be flown home. Over

1 month ago

World

Iran, China and Russia launch annual joint naval drills

Marine Security Belt naval drills are held annually by Iran, China and Russia near the Gulf of Oman. The waters are strategically important for global trade and oil exports in particular. Russian

1 month ago

World

Romania: Georgescu supporters turn violent over election ban

Calin Georgescu had been leading in opinion polls with around 40% of the vote. He is expected to appeal the decision to exclude him from the election. Romania’s electoral commission on Sunday

1 month ago

Politics

Luxembourg’s Prince Frederik dies of rare disease

There is no cure or treatment for POLG mitochondrial disease, which attacks multiple organ systems. He passed away at the age of 22. Prince Frederik of Luxembourg has died of a rare condition known

1 month ago

World

North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles — Seoul

The missiles were launched from North Korea’s Hwanghae province. Last week, Kim Yo Jong warned against further “provocations” after the US deployed an aircraft carrier to South Korea. South Korea’s military reported that North

1 month ago

Politics

Germany: Flights canceled as workers strike at 13 airports

A nationwide strike has brought air travel to a near standstill at 13 German airports, including the Frankfurt and Munich hubs. Trade union Verdi has called the strike over a wage dispute.

1 month ago

Society

Mark Carney to become Canada’s new prime minister

The former central bank governor will have to deal with tariff threats from US President Donald Trump and face the opposition Conservatives in the upcoming election. Mark Carney, the former central bank

1 month ago

Politics

Romania: Far-right candidate Georgescu barred from election

Calin Georgescu had been leading in opinion polls with around 40% of the vote. He is expected to appeal the decision to exclude him from the election. Romania’s electoral commission on Sunday

1 month ago

Politics

Ukraine updates: Australia to consider peacekeeping mission

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his country would consider joining a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his country would consider joining a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. But

1 month ago

Ukraine

Deutsche Bahn pays €197M in compensation for delays in 2024

Deutsche Bahn pays €197M in compensation for delays in 2024 German rail operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) reported on Sunday that it had paid out almost €197 million ($214 million) in customer compensation

1 month ago

World

Bosnian Serb leader Dodik rejects court summons

With Bosnia-Herzegovina facing a deepening legal crisis, Serb leader Milorad Dodik doubled down on denying the authority of the country’s prosecutors. The head of Republika Srpska, a predominantly Serb entity inside Bosnia-Herzegovina, said

1 month ago

Politics

After Assad’s fall, over 300,000 Syrians return home

Called “the worlds largest displacement crisis” by UNHCR, more than a million Syrians want to return to their areas of origin. Adequate housing, employment and basic services are challenges facing them if

1 month ago

Society

EU summit on Ukraine: Europe seems ready to spend on defense

From “watershed moment” to “turning point,” there’s been no shortage of declarations about the danger from Russia as the US turns on Ukraine and Europe. But did EU leaders rise to the

1 month ago

World

Australia orders evacuations as Cyclone Alfred approaches

The storm is forecast to cause heavy flooding and severely disrupt transport services. Officials are urging residents to take shelter or evacuate. Authorities in Australia have ordered thousands of people along the country’s eastern coast

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Strikes to hit Frankfurt, 10 other German airports

Workers at Germany’s largest airports, including international hubs Frankfurt and Munich, are set to go on strike on Monday. Travel disruptions are expected. Trade union Verdi on Friday said workers at Frankfurt Airport

1 month ago

World

Paris: WWII bomb discovery disrupts trains

French police were working to disarm a WWII-era bomb found “in the middle of the train tracks” in the north of Paris. All trains to the Gare du Nord station, including the

1 month ago

Society

South Korea: Court cancels Yoon arrest warrant

South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol could be released from jail after a court order lifting the arrest warrant against him. A South Korean court on Friday lifted an arrest warrant issued against

1 month ago

Politics

SpaceX Starship explodes minutes after launch

Less than ten minutes after it took off, the spacecraft lost contact with control teams and exploded in the sky. A series of failures for the company has hampered progress. For the

1 month ago

Innovations

Syria sees worst day of violence since ouster of Assad

Almost 50 people were killed in clashes between security forces and pro-Assad gunmen in Latakia, once the stronghold of the Assad family. The government has tried to play down sectarian tensions. A

1 month ago

World