Mass shooting kills two in Seattle: US media
AFP, Seattle, United States
4 hour(s) ago USA
Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks
AFP, Tehran, Iran
6 hour(s) ago US-Israel war on Iran
Election talks: Brazil denies visas for US officials
AFP, Sao Paulo
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM World
Two dead after plane crashes onto German house’s roof
AFP, Berlin
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM Europe
Israeli strike kills top Hamas security official in Gaza
Reuters, Cairo
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM Middle East
US-Iran war: Retaliatory strikes halted
Agencies
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM US-Israel war on Iran
‘Difficult hours’ loom in wildfire battle
AFP, Madrid
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM World
India’s Gen Z dents Modi’s aura ahead of key state polls
Reuters, New Delhi
27 July 2026, 00:00 AM World

Thailand bombs casino hub on border: Cambodia

Cambodia said Thailand’s military yesterday bombed the casino town of Poipet, a major crossing between the two nations, as foreign powers pressured them to halt reignited border clashes.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Gaza ops at risk from Israeli impediments

The United Nations and aid groups warned on Wednesday that humanitarian operations in the Palestinian territories, particularly Gaza, were at risk of collapse if Israel does not lift impediments that include a “vague, arbitrary, and highly politicized” registration process.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Don’t make ‘fatal mistake’ in Venezuela

Russia yesterday called on Donald Trump’s administration not to make a “fatal mistake” in the Venezuela crisis, calling for restraint and saying it was in “constant contact” with its ally Caracas.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Displacement camp: Over 1,000 killed in April attack by Sudan’s RSF

More than 1,000 civilians were killed during three days of attacks by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the Zamzam displacement camp in April, the UN said yesterday, demanding a war crimes investigation.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

CNN’s future unclear as Trump applies pressure

CNN is heading into an uncertain future with its parent company Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) destined for a takeover -- and US President Donald Trump hoping the change will allow him to influence the iconic news network’s programming.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Delhi bans tandoors in its fight against air pollution

The humble tandoor, used to prepare rotis and roasted delights, has become the latest target of Delhi’s pollution fight. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) issued directions banning tandoors that use coal and firewood across all hotels, restaurants and open eateries in the city.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Israel launches series of strikes on Lebanon

Israel launched several strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon yesterday, Lebanese state media reported, as the Israeli military said “it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure including a military compound”.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Nepal’s ousted PM Oli re-elected as party leader

Members of ousted Nepali prime minister KP Sharma Oli’s political party voted for him to retain leadership of the organisation yesterday, meaning he will oversee its preparations for national elections next year.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Previously, Taiwan president announced $40 billion supplementary defence budget
18 December 2025, 13:42 PM

French court jails doctor for life for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12

Patients went into cardiac arrest in suspicious circumstances
18 December 2025, 09:16 AM

Wealthy nations curb labour migration as demand surges

Borders have been tightened despite economies facing urgent labour shortages
18 December 2025, 07:02 AM

Cambodia says Thai military bombs Poipet casino hub on border

Thailand has not commented on the strike as of early Thursday afternoon
18 December 2025, 06:57 AM

Takeaways from Trump's year-end address to the nation

Trump blames Biden for economic and policy issues
18 December 2025, 05:27 AM

Imran’s sons planning to visit Pakistan in January, say ex-premier being held in ‘death cell’

The duo also shared that they were looking to do more advocacy and visit Brussels or Geneva in January to speak to politicians and officials about Imran’s situation
18 December 2025, 04:03 AM

At least 12 killed in Nigeria mining site attack, group says

Tuesday's attack came just days after four children were killed in a nearby village
18 December 2025, 03:46 AM

Israel approves natural gas deal with Egypt, Netanyahu says

Israel signed the export agreement in August with Chevron and its partners, NewMed NWMDp.TA and Ratio
18 December 2025, 03:42 AM

US forces strike 'narco-trafficking' vessel in Pacific, 4 killed

The latest strike brings the death toll up to 99 since the United States began in September striking alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean
18 December 2025, 03:26 AM

Trump promises US 'economic boom' in 2026

'Our country is back, stronger than ever before, Trump said in his speech from the White House
18 December 2025, 03:06 AM

US adds seven countries to full travel ban list

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday expanded a list of countries subject to a full travel ban, prohibiting citizens from an additional seven countries, including Syria, from entering the United States.
17 December 2025, 18:26 PM

More than 100 buildings collapse in Gaza storms

Palestinian Civil Defence spokesperson Mahmoud Basal said yesterday at least 17 residential buildings have completely and 90 partially collapsed since the heavy rains and high winds lashed the enclave.
17 December 2025, 18:24 PM