Senate confirms Mullin as Homeland chief, replacing Noem, as concerns grow over Trump immigration crackdown and shifting enforcement strategy

Colombian Air Force plane crashes after takeoff, killing 66 people as authorities investigate cause of deadly incident.

Australia and EU finalise landmark trade pact, slash tariffs and deepen mineral cooperation to reduce reliance on China supply chains

Japan signals readiness to act across markets as oil price surge fuels speculation, impacting yen stability and economic outlook.

White House says Iran talks remain uncertain as oil prices rise above $100 again, amid escalating tensions and conflicting statements.

Hong Kong expands security law, allowing police to demand passwords, sparking concerns over privacy rights, due process and civil liberties.

Four Jewish ambulances torched in London attack, as police launch counter-terrorism investigation into incident.

The White House has installed a Christopher Columbus statue on its grounds.

Trump delays strikes after US-Iran talks, as pressure mounts to reopen Strait of Hormuz and avert wider conflict

Hezbollah and Israel tensions have escalated after Israel approved expanded attacks, raising fears of a ground invasion in Lebanon.

Starmer and Trump have discussed the need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the Middle East conflict continues.

‘Godfather of AI’ Hinton warns profit-driven AI development ignores long-term risks, raising fears of misuse, loss of control, and existential consequences.

Four Jewish community ambulances destroyed in Golders Green fire as police classify incident as antisemitic hate crime.

Cuba says it will mobilise for any US aggression, dismissing invasion fears while denying regime change discussions with Washington.

UN report says last 10 years were hottest ever, warning Earth nearing 1.5 degrees warming threshold limit.

Air Canada Express jet hits ground vehicle on landing in New York, prompting emergency shutdown and flight diversions.

Meningitis cases in Kent revised down to 29 following updated assessments and outbreak data review by health officials.

At least 180 wounded in Iranian missile strikes on Dimona and Arad, escalating conflict around sensitive nuclear facilities in Israel

South Korea appoints BIS economist Shin Hyun-song as central bank governor, signaling focus on global financial expertise and monetary stability.

Six killed, one missing after Qatari military helicopter crash, as authorities cite technical malfunction, with ongoing search operations underway.