Ukraine Signals Readiness for Talks as Putin Reportedly Considers Pause in Invasion
Ukraine is ready to negotiate with Russia post-ceasefire, Zelenskiy says, as Putin reportedly considers halting invasion at current front lines.
US to Face Steepest Economic Hit Among Advanced Economies, IMF Says
IMF says the US will be hardest hit among advanced economies in 2025 due to trade policy instability and growth concerns.
US Stocks Rebound after Steep Sell-Off Fuelled by Trump’s Attack On Powell
US Stocks rebounded on Tuesday after suffering steep losses on Monday following Trump’s attack on Fed Chair Powell
Pope Francis’s Funeral To Be Held On Saturday As World Leaders Prepare To Pay Final Respects
Pope Francis’s funeral will be held on Saturday as global leaders and mourners prepare to honour his life and legacy.
Thai PM Says US Tariff Talks Delayed For Key Issues Review
Thailand has delayed US tariff talks as key trade issues undergo review, aiming to protect agriculture and adjust export terms.
Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over $2.2 Billion Funding Freeze Amid Diversity Dispute
Harvard has legally challenged Trump’s funding freeze, accusing Trump administration of overreach in battle over diversity and academic independence
Ex US Senator Menendez’ Wife Found Guilty in Bribery Scheme Involving Gold, Cash, and Foreign Influence
Wife of ex-Senator Robert Menendez has been convicted for aiding bribery scheme involving lavish gifts and political favours
US FTC Sues Uber Over Alleged Deceptive Subscription and Cancellation Practices
US consumer watchdog has accused Uber of charging users without consent and making cancellations difficult
Pope Francis Died Following Stroke and Cardiac Arrest, Vatican Confirms
The Vatican has said Pope Francis died of stroke and cardiac arrest, and he had slipped into a coma before his death
China Detains Ex-Senior Anti-Graft Official Over Suspected Bribery
China has detained former top anti-corruption official Li Gang over alleged bribery in ongoing crackdown on government misconduct.
New Zealand First Introduces Controversial Bill To Define Gender by Biology
ENew Zealand First has proposed a bill to define gender by biology, sparking national debate over transgender legal recognition.
Delta Flight Catches Fire on Runway in Orlando, Passengers Evacuated via Emergency Slides
Delta Air passengers were evacuated in Orlando after an Airbus A330 engine erupted in flames moments before take-off.
Klaus Schwab Steps Down As Chair Of World Economic Forum After Over 50 Years
Klaus Schwab has stepped down as the WEF Chair after over 50 years, marking a major leadership shift.
China Imposes Sanctions On US Lawmakers And Officials Over Hong Kong Dispute
China has sanctioned US officials and NGO heads in retaliation for Washington’s actions on Hong Kong-related issues.
Philippines, US Kick Off Joint Combat Drills In Major ‘Full Battle Test’ Exercise
US and Philippine forces have begun large-scale combat drills to boost defence readiness amid South China Sea tensions
US Air Strikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa Port Kill at Least 80, Spark Outrage
US air strikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa oil port kill at least 80 people, sparking national outrage.
Jeffrey Sachs Brands Trump’s Trade Policies ‘Childish and Dangerous,’ Warns of $10 Trillion Loss in Global Wealth
Renowned US Economist Sachs has condemned Trump’s tariffs, warning of $10 trillion global wealth loss and authoritarian risk.
New York Attorney General Letitia James Accused of Bank Fraud In Mortgage Investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James is facing accusations of bank fraud after her mortgage documents were questioned by Trump administration officials.
El Salvador’s President Bukele Proposes Prisoner Swap With Venezuela Over US-Deported Gang Members
El Salvador’s President Bukele proposes swapping 252 deported Venezuelans for political prisoners, urging Maduro to agree to a “humanitarian deal” on X.
UK Prison Officers Demand Tasers After Terror Convict Attacks Guards With Hot Oil, Makeshift Weapons
UK Prison officers demand tasers after convicted terrorist Hashem Abedi attacks guards with hot oil and makeshift weapons at HMP Frankland.
