Hong Kong court hands stiff jail sentences to Tiananmen vigil activists
Convictions came under draconian national security law imposed on Hong Kong in 2020 following huge protests.
UEFA wants FIFA subsidiaries’ blocked from Infantino discovery fight in US
UEFA urges US court to deny FIFA subsidiaries' bid to join Gianni Infantino discovery fight as president battle rumbles.
From hours at security to bulletproof cockpits: How 9/11 changed air travel
One of the biggest changes to US aviation travel was the Aviation and Transportation Security Act (TSA).
BRICS summit: Is the bloc truly challenging a Western-dominated world?
Some experts say BRICS need not replace the West to succeed - only make Western dominance harder to exercise.
Settlers, soldiers, and Israeli impunity in the West Bank
Armed settlers in military uniforms are seizing land and attacking Palestinian communities with near-total impunity.
‘Not dolls to play with’: Afghan medical students face Pakistan expulsion
Students say they were legally admitted and funded to study in Pakistan, but now face being sent home mid-degree.
Is the US more anti-Muslim now than after 9/11?
Twenty-five years after 9/11, negative perceptions of Islam persist even as Muslim political representation grows.
Hundreds flee as fire destroys migrant shelters in Ceuta
Hundreds of people fled a massive fire that destroyed dozens of migrant shelters in Ceuta, Spain.
How 9/11 conspiracy theories moved into mainstream American politics
Social media and distrust of government has helped disinformation reach increasingly large audiences.
‘Everything changed’: The human cost of 25 years of US wars
Successive wars launched after 9/11 have killed at least 4.5 million people and displaced more than 38 million others.
NAZA, the Israeli film revealing new layers of the Gaza genocide
A 25-minute standing ovation at the Biennale has put NAZA, an Israeli-made film confronting Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
Fenerbahce coach Kartal’s resignation refused as bottles thrown in Roma tie
Fenerbahce president refuses Ismail Kartal's resignation after fans threw bottles at coach in Roma Champions League tie.
Sabalenka beats Pegula to set up Rybakina epic in US Open final
Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to reach US Open final with Elena Rybakina, who toppled her as World No 1.
Anthropic claims Claude AI used for missile projects, global espionage
AI was used to develop missile guidance software in Yemen and to power cyber operations, a report alleges.
BRICS red carpet sparks anger in India’s capital
New Delhi is rolling out the red carpet for BRICS, but blocked roads, evictions and restrictions have caused anger.
Trump jokes Republicans can ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms
US President Donald Trump has jokingly asked Republican voters to ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms, ‘like Democrats’.
Republican midterm convention wraps up in Dallas, Texas: Key takeaways
Protesters gather on final night as US Republicans seek to rally base ahead of consequential legislative elections.
Taiwan vice president makes rare Europe visit for conference on democracy
European Parliament's Pina Picierno says Hsiao's visit 'was kept secret until her arrival to protect her participation'.
Young republicans break with Trump over Iran war
A clear generational divide between younger and older republicans is forming at the RNC Midterm Convention.
Putin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine wars
Russian, Iranian leaders due to hold talks with India's Modi at summit dominated by wars in Middle East and Ukraine.
Brazil’s Supreme Court shuts down early as political chaos mounts
Members of the high court have exchanged accusations after one justice was accused of involvement in a bank scandal.
Unveiling of Charlie Kirk statue sparks chaos in Times Square
The unveiling of a statue honouring Charlie Kirk in Times Square has sparked clashes between supporters and protesters.
Maduro’s wife seeks home detention as heart condition worsens in US custody
Her lawyers say Flores needs cardiac treatment and recovery facilities a detention centre cannot provide.
Why is Uber pulling out of some African markets?
Uber’s exits from Nigeria and Uganda highlight the growing challenges of making ride-hailing work in Africa.
Iran claims to have captured a US ‘sail drone’ near Hormuz Strait
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says its navy struck a US-operated surface drone at the entrance of the Strait of Hormuz.
Will Trump pay all US adults $5,000? Some Trump supporters are sceptical
Observers on both sides of the political divide express concern about Trump's pledge to pay 'dividend' for midterm wins.
Israeli film on Gaza receives 25-minute ovation at Venice premiere
Venice Film Festival honours NAZA, an expose on Israel's use of AI systems in Gaza.
Iran war live: IRGC attacks US unmanned vessel in Hormuz; two ships hit
IRGC says it attacked a US unmanned vessel in Hormuz, while UKMTO says projectiles hit two ships off Oman.
UN envoy warns Security Council Yemen’s war has entered ‘dangerous phase’
Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg demands urgent steps to protect civilians and trade routes amid Houthi escalation.
A year after Charlie Kirk’s death, are young voters turning on Trump?
Turning Point USA has expanded its campus presence, even as Trump’s support among young men has fallen.