Israel’s parliament moves toward dissolution, raising the possibility of early elections as political uncertainty grows

The US ​is pursuing a second criminal investigation into ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

Thailand plans to scrap its 60-day visa-free policy for UK citizens and several other foreign nationals.

World Bank says carbon pricing revenues surpassed $107 billion in 2025 as emissions trading systems expand globally.

UK inflation fell to 2.8% in April as energy costs eased, though future price rises are expected soon.

China confirms purchase of 200 Boeing aircraft, marking first major order since 2017 amid renewed US aviation cooperation.

Alibaba launched a faster AI chip, strengthening China’s domestic semiconductor ambitions amid continuing U.S. restrictions on Nvidia exports.

Samsung workers plan massive strike after bonus negotiations failed, raising fears over chip supplies and South Korea’s economy.

China is said to have secretly trained Russian troops in battlefield skills, including drones, before deployment to Ukraine, sources say.

Rescue divers recover two Italian bodies from Maldives cave as teams continue search operation for two others.

 US creates $1.8bn compensation fund after Trump’s IRS lawsuit settlement, drawing criticism over taxpayer-funded “weaponisation” claims.

Desperate Afghan families face starvation as worsening poverty drives parents to sell children to pay for food and medicine.

Two teenage suspects open fire at San Diego mosque, killing three before dying from self-inflicted gunshot wounds.

Gaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 41 vessels in the Mediterranean, with 10 vessels still sailing toward the enclave.

Nine-year-old describes hiding during California mosque attack as gunfire erupted, leaving the community in shock.

US doctor contracts Ebola in DR Congo as health officials evacuate exposed Americans amid worsening outbreak fears.

Starbucks Korea sacks chief executive after controversial Tank Day campaign sparks outrage over references to Gwangju massacre.

Samsung shares surged Monday as South Korean officials scrambled to avert a massive strike threatening semiconductor production nationwide.

Vatican says Pope Leo’s inaugural encyclical will examine AI, labour rights, warfare and protection of human dignity. 

Trump suspends planned attack on Iran after Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE leaders urge negotiations.