Clive Palmer has launched a Trump-inspired “Trumpet of Patriots” party, pledging to “drain the swamp” ahead of Australia’s federal election.

President Trump has pledged to impose 25% tariffs on autos, pharmaceuticals, and chips, aiming to boost US manufacturing and competitiveness. 

Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro has been formally charged with attempting a coup following his defeat in the 2022 presidential election.  The charges, brought by the country’s chief prosecutor, accuse

“You could have made a deal,” Trump said, blaming Ukraine for the conflict and implying a diplomatic solution was possible earlier.

US and Russia have held landmark talks in Riyadh, discussing efforts to end the Ukraine war without Kyiv’s direct participation.

Top D.C. federal prosecutor has resigned, citing Trump administration pressure to pursue unsupported criminal probe and asset freeze.

Israel will begin indirect talks with Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, according to Israeli Foreign Minister

Pope Francis remains hospitalised with a “complex” respiratory infection, missing Holy Year events as doctors adjust his treatment.

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has sought access to IRS taxpayer data, raising privacy concerns

Egypt has proposed a plan to rebuild Gaza, aiming to avoid displacing Palestinians, challenging Trump’s controversial proposal for depopulation

Argentine President Javier Milei is to be investigated for fraud after promoting a cryptocurrency whose value collapsed shortly after launch

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has contemplated Mayor Eric Adams’ removal following significant resignations in his administration

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved a reform to cut government bodies by up to 20%, for efficiency and cost savings.

Vietnam plans to allow Starlink full ownership, easing entry amid US tariff concerns and efforts to reduce its trade surplus.

India has assured Nepali students of their safety after protests erupted over a Nepali student’s suicide in Odisha.

A Delta Air Lines flight has crash-landed in Toronto, flipping upside-down and critically injuring eight passengers on Monday.

Torrential rains in the southeastern US has resulted in at least 10 deaths and significant flooding across multiple states

The Trump administration’s choice of Saudi Arabia for Ukraine talks has reflected the Kingdom’s significant diplomatic progress since 2018.

Meta has unveiled plans to create the world’s longest underwater cable, enhancing global connectivity and supporting AI initiatives. 

President Trump has appealed to the Supreme Court to fire the head of ethics agency protecting whistleblowers