Trump has signed an executive order to block states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence regulations, sparking backlash

The US has intensified pressure on Venezuela, seizing a tanker and imposing fresh sanctions on ships and President Maduro’s associates.

Kentucky Republican Representative, Thomas Massie, has introduced a measure to remove the US from the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.

The new scheme offers rapid US residency for applicants paying at least $1 million, drawing criticism for favouring the wealthy.

Operation Thunder 2025 uncovered 30,000 live animals, 5.8 tonnes of bushmeat and major plant and timber seizures worldwide.

US B52 bombers join Japanese fighters over Sea of Japan after China Russia drills escalate tensions around Japan and South Korea.

M23 rebels push into Uvira as DRC-Rwanda peace deal unravels, forcing mass displacement and prompting renewed diplomatic tensions.

US seizes a sanctioned tanker off Venezuela, prompting sharp condemnation from Caracas and Tehran as oil prices edge higher.

Fitch forecasts Sub-Saharan Africa GDP to rise to 4.2% in 2026, while AGOA expiry pressures exporters.

A Beechcraft 55 aircraft made an emergency landing on I-95, hitting a car and injuring an elderly driver.

Two US F/A-18 jets fly near Venezuela in international airspace as lawmakers question Trump administration’s regional operations.

Paramount reveals Tencent dropped $1 billion financing for Warner Bros takeover amid concerns over CFIUS scrutiny and national security.

Immigration agents use pepper spray as Somali community protests Trump crackdown and city leaders reject federal enforcement support.

Australia begins enforcing a global first social media ban for under-16s, sparking mixed teen reactions and major safety concerns.

Japan scrambles fighter jets as Russian and Chinese bombers conduct joint patrol near its territory, escalating regional security tensions.

Zelenskiy says Ukraine can hold elections within three months if the US and allies guarantee full security.

Eileen Higgins becomes Miami’s first Democratic mayor since 1997, defeating Trump-backed Emilio Gonzalez in a nationally watched runoff.

EU leaders move toward approving a plan to fund Ukraine’s defence using frozen Russian assets, despite ongoing legal concerns.

Australia’s historic law deactivates social media accounts for under-16s with platforms now facing up to $33 million fines. 

A powerful 7.5 earthquake strikes northern Japan, injuring dozens, cutting power, halting trains and triggering mass evacuations.