Taiwanese officials warn China could exploit US focus on Middle East, raising fresh concerns over regional stability.

Philippines declares energy emergency as Iran war disrupts oil supplies, triggering shortages, price spikes, and nationwide unrest

Donald Trump votes by mail in Florida election as Democrat wins state district covering his Mar-a-Lago residence

Iran military rejects US’ diplomacy claims as troop deployment reports emerge and Strait of Hormuz shipping access continues.

South Korea takes custody of alleged drug kingpin accused of orchestrating large-scale narcotics network from Philippine prison

Trump moves to relax summer gasoline restrictions to cut fuel prices as Iran war drives global energy costs upward.

Iran permits passage for non-hostile ships through vital Hormuz route as tensions persist and global oil prices retreat slightly.

OpenAI closes Sora video generator app and exits Disney content deal to prioritise robotics and advanced agentic technologies.

US considers rapid deployment of 82nd Airborne brigade to Middle East as tensions escalate over Kharg Island and oil routes.

US advances diplomatic push to end four-week conflict, proposing plan addressing Iran nuclear ambitions and ballistic missile programme.

Illegal immigrant arrested and charged in Chicago student’s killing, intensifying debate over US border and immigration policy.

Slovenia has become the first EU nation to impose fuel rationing as rising energy costs and supply disruptions intensify.

No tsunami risk after a powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tonga, officials confirm.

China dials back on planned fuel price increase after conflict driven energy surge triggers shortages and wider economic concerns across Asia.

US agrees $1bn refund deal with TotalEnergies to abandon offshore wind leases, intensifying fossil fuel push and sparking backlash.

Police are investigating a suspected Iran-linked arson attack that destroyed four Jewish ambulances in London

President Marcos raises alarm over potential flight disruptions as airlines struggle with fuel access and surging costs from Middle East tensions.

The US has banned new foreign-made internet routers, citing fears they could be exploited for espionage and infrastructure attacks.

Iran launches fresh missile strikes on Israel, denies Trump’s negotiation claims, raising tensions and shaking global oil markets again.

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