International tourism grew by 4% to 1.52 billion arrivals in 2025, driven by strong demand and recovering destinations worldwide.

Prince Harry urges respect for NATO troops’ Afghanistan sacrifices as Trump’s remarks trigger outrage among UK veterans, leaders and families.

Bill Gates says artificial intelligence can significantly improve efficiency and quality of healthcare in African clinics.

Trump has sued JPMorgan for $5bn, claiming his accounts were closed for political reasons, causing financial and reputational harm.

ICE detains a five-year-old and his father in Minnesota, as officials dispute claims the child was deliberately targeted.

A federal judge in the US ruled consumers can pursue claims that Google used exclusive deals to illegally entrench its search monopoly.

Ukraine, Russia and the US prepare for rare trilateral talks after Kremlin describes Moscow meeting with Trump envoys as useful.

Trump withdraws Canada’s invitation to his new Board of Peace, deepening tensions after remarks by Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Elon Musk says humanoid robots will outnumber humans and drive an era of unprecedented global abundance.

Elon Musk says artificial intelligence could surpass collective human intelligence by 2031, transforming civilisation and global productivity.

Zelensky urges Europe to confiscate Russian oil, build united armed forces, and act decisively against aggression.

EU leaders say trust with US is shaken as leaders debate long-term strategy after Trump drops tariff and force threats.

Medical examiner says drugs in system caused fatal heartbeat issue in 29 year old American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky.

NATO says allies must increase Arctic presence as Trump drops tariff threats and rules out using force over Greenland.

US envoy Steve Witkoff says Ukraine peace talks made progress, leaving negotiations focused on resolving one final issue.

Spain says a joint European army would deter coercion, arguing collective defence more efficient than 27 national forces.

US Envoy Steve Witkoff confirms planned Moscow meeting with Vladimir Putin as US pushes renewed diplomacy to end Ukraine war.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia and key Gulf states agree to join Trump-led board aimed at overseeing Gaza peace efforts.

Michael O’Leary dismisses Elon Musk’s suggestion of buying Ryanair amid public spat over Starlink aircraft Wi Fi systems.

Trump says he has dropped plans to impose tariffs on European allies after what he described as productive Greenland talks.