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Turkey’s LGBTQ+ crackdown expands as authorities target activists, venues...
Turkey’s LGBTQ+ crackdown has expanded across 15 provinces, with activists, rights groups, venues and protesters targeted in...
Europe stakes its claim in orbit: Inside the Paris...
Paris Space Summit 2026: Europe unveils €20B deals, IRIS² satellite contracts, and Macron’s push for crewed spaceflight...
UK air traffic control failure cancels more than 2,000...
UK air traffic control failure cancels over 2,000 flights, strands 330,000 passengers and triggers an investigation into...
Portsmouth protest follows unprecedented Channel migrant landing
Portsmouth protests erupted after 140 migrants arrived by boat, triggering clashes with UK police and government condemnation...
King Charles draws a line: Harry and Meghan return...
King Charles III confirms Harry and Meghan remain non‑working royals after UK return, as palace letter sets...
Australia gives social media users an algorithm “off switch”...
Australia’s draft “digital duty of care” bill lets users opt out of social media algorithms, imposes A$109m...
Five dead as Amazon cargo jet overruns Miami runway,...
Five people were killed and five others injured when an Amazon Air cargo plane overran a runway...
Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial ends in mistrial after 11–1...
Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after 11–1 jury deadlock; DA to decide on retrial as...
Gloria Steinem, feminist icon and co‑founder of Ms. magazine,...
Steinem’s death closes a chapter in American feminism, but the organizations she helped build and the norms...
Macron, King Charles and Burnham Invoke Shared History at...
Macron, King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham spotlight Britain-France ties during the Bayeux Tapestry’s...
A conviction three decades in the making: Keffe D...
The unanimous decision, reached after less than three hours of deliberation, caps an 11-day trial and marks...
NASA launches Roman space telescope as Trump orders new...
Roman is expected to discover thousands of new exoplanets and shed light on how dark energy has...
King Harald V of Norway dies at 89; son...
The reign of King Harald V of Norway spanned major historical eras, from a childhood in wartime...
Yayoi Kusama, the “Polka Dot Queen,” dies at 97
Yayoi Kusama, the “Polka Dot Queen,” died 14 Aug 2026 in Tokyo at 97. Her studio announced...
Catastrophic glacial flood sweeps Nepal–Tibet border, killing over...
A glacial collapse in the Himalayas triggered catastrophic flash floods on the Nepal–Tibet border, killing at least...
Meta agrees to up to $18B settlement, sweeping teen...
Over the next decade, Meta must enforce a suite of default protections for teen accounts on Facebook...
Dolly Parton, ‘Queen of Country,’ dies at 80 after...
Parton died peacefully on August 25, 2026, at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by...
Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba ferry disaster becomes country’s deadliest transport...
At least 97 including childre have died after an overloaded government-operated ferry capsized on Lake Kariba.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle plan shock return to...
There will be no alterations to Harry and Meghan's roles within the royal family—they will remain private...
At least 73 dead as 7.7 quake devastates Flores,...
The disaster has displaced nearly 60,000 residents, destroyed or damaged more than 19,000 homes, and crippled critical...
Europe plunged into twilight: The 2026 total solar eclipse
This was the first total solar eclipse visible from mainland Western Europe since 1999, and the first...
Thailand suspends gun permits after two deadly shootings near...
Thailand ordered an immediate suspension of all new firearm permits and launched a sweeping review of gun...
Colombia earthquake leaves dozens dead as rescue teams search...
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring more than 570,...
Trump signs new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship and...
The orders come just over one month after the Supreme Court's June 30 ruling in Trump v....
South Korea mobilises as historic heatwave claims at least...
Record temperatures, overwhelmed hospitals and cancelled public events have prompted President Lee Jae Myung to declare the...
Broad Peak avalanche kills Nirmal Purja and nine international...
The disaster has sent shockwaves through the global climbing community with the loss of "a generation of...
Ceuta border crisis deepens as Spain reports 49,000 crossings...
Spanish officials said a sudden influx of roughly 49,000 people entered its North African enclave of Ceuta...
Japan earthquake toll rises as rescuers race through heat...
Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu is facing a mounting disaster after a powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture.
France and Spain face historic wildfire crisis as heat...
Wildfires driven by extreme heat and drought are ripping across France and Spain, prompting leaders to declare...
Largest US cyclospora outbreak on record grows past 11,500...
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the outbreak was under control, even as public health officials...
India’s ‘Cockroach’ student protests force education minister out
The CJP demonstrations have become one of the most visible youth uprisings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s...
SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won ordered to pay $640million...
South Korean media has long called the case the "divorce of the century" involving one of the...
Canada wildfires spiral into continental crisis as climate extremes...
The blazes have already scorched more than 3million hectares, triggering mass evacuations and rising geopolitical tensions with...
Spain crowned world champions after extra-time breakthrough
Spain ended a 16-year wait for a second World Cup triumph with a narrow but commanding win...
Tate Brothers arrested in Miami on expanded UK rape...
The arrest follows following an extradition request from the UK’s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) over newly filed...
How Erling Haaland turned Norway’s first World Cup in...
Haaland’s 2026 World Cup offers a rare case study: how elite performance, personality, and internet dynamics can...
Super Typhoon Bavi barrels toward China after devastating Pacific...
Bavi stands out not just for its strength, but for how long it has remained a major...
IOC eases Russian suspension, but key Olympic restrictions remain
The decision clears a potential route for Russian athletes to return to international competition and qualify for...
JUST&T Married: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at...
Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were married on July 3, 2026, at...
Ebola cases climb past 1,400 as global health agencies...
The UN warns the epidemic could cost Africa as much as $3.6billion, with Ramaphosa pressing for $1.5billion...
EU biometric EES triggers summer travel chaos, industry demands...
Continued delays are forcing airlines to depart with empty seats, overwhelming regional airports and risking long‑term damage...
Europe gripped by record heatwave as “Omega Block” traps...
A record-breaking heatwave driven by a rare and persistent “Omega block” weather pattern has locked Europe under...
Twin Earthquakes devastate Northern Venezuela, leaving hundreds dead and...
Two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela in rapid succession, triggering widespread destruction across Caracas and surrounding areas.
King Charles III makes historic tax disclosure
King Charles III has voluntarily disclosed his personal taxes — the first time a British monarch has...
Son of Norway’s crown princess sentenced to four years...
The case has become one of the most damaging scandals to hit the Norwegian royal family in...
UK moves to ban Social Media for under-16s in...
The UK has announced one of the world’s most sweeping restrictions on youth access to social media.
TrumpRx adds 600 generics and home delivery, bringing Cuban’s...
TrumpRx adds more than 600 generic drugs, integrates major pharmacy and discount partners and expands reach to...
Shakira acquitted of tax fraud, wins €55million tax refund
Shakira's eight-year tax fraud nightmare has finally ended with a definitive acquittal in her most contested case....
Former FC Barcelona star Gerard Piqué fined €200,000 for...
Gerard Piqué is entangled in several high-profile legal, corporate, and sports management controversies in Spain.
‘It Ends With Us’ legal saga ends with confidential...
The legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni spanned nearly two years before concluding with a...
Artemis II: Humanity’s Farthest Leap Since Apollo
The four-person crew completed a historic lunar flyby and set a new human distance record from Earth.
It Ends With Us lawsuit: Blake Lively’s sexual harassment...
The decision was a notable setback for Lively, though the central retaliation claims will still go to...
How significant are the ‘No Kings 3.0’ protests?
The "No Kings" movement has evolved through three primary national mobilisations since President Trump's second term started.
Oscars 2026: Historic wins, politics and industry shifts
The 98th Academy Awards saw political thriller One Battle After Another emerge as the big winner of...
Chalamet sparks performing arts backlash after dismissing ballet and...
Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked a backlash that unfolded over several weeks, culminating in...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested — and released under investigation
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was the culmination of years of controversy surrounding his roles and personal...
Death of French far-right activist Quentin Deranque sparks protests
Deranque’s death sparked nationwide political reactions ahead of the municipal elections and prompted a minute of silence...
Big Bunny headlines 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show
The 2026 Super Bowl halftime show was one of the most polarizing in NFL history, largely due...
Nipah virus cases in India and Bangladesh trigger regional...
In Jan 2026, health authorities in India and Bangladesh recorded their first fatal cases of the deadly...
2026 Nigeria Kwara Massacre
In early Feb 2026, extremist terrorist militants stormed the villages of Woro and Nuku in Kwara State, Nigeria,...
The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
The ongoing search has drawn widespread national and social media attention due to the unusual circumstances of...
US federal agents’ shooting of Alex Pretti
On Jan 24, 2026, ICU nurse Alex Jeffrey Pretti was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis...
Inside the explosive IEWU unsealed court documents
The Jan 2026 unsealing of court documents exposed the internal mechanics of Hollywood power, celebrity friendships, and...
Cultural Flashpoint: The Beckhams’ Family Feud
In Jan 2026, a public and highly publicized rift emerged between Brooklyn Peltz Beckham and his famous...
Guatemala imposes 30-day state of siege
In Jan 2026, Guatemala imposed a nationwide state of siege declared by President Bernardo Arévalo to combat a violent surge in...
“ICE Out For Good” protests sweep US after two...
In Jan 2026, two shootings involving federal immigration agents in the United States sparked a wave of...
Crans-Montana fire raises questions ahead of 2038 Olympic bid
On January 1, 2026, a catastrophic fire at the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana killed 40 people and...
Deadly Bondi Beach shooting shakes Australia’s Jewish community
On December 14, 2025, a major terrorist mass shooting occurred at Bondi Beach in Sydney during the "Chanukah by the...
US broadens access to cannabis in landmark drug policy...
The Trump administration is broadening access to cannabis that represents the most significant change in US drug...
2025 TIME Person of the Year: Architects of AI
TIME Magazine named "The Architects of AI" as its 2025 Person of the Year, recognizing the tech...
Australia bans social media for 2.6m minors
Australia has enacted a world-first law banning children under 16 from designated social media platforms, effective Dec...
COP30 delivers climate finance gains, but fossil fuel divide...
COP30 held in Nov 2025 in Brazil concluded with mixed results, characterized by a landmark deal on...
President Trump moves to release Epstein files
In 2025, President Trump introduced the Epstein Files Transparency Act requiring the DOJ to release all unclassified documents.
Tom Cruise wins first Oscar at 63
The award was an Honorary Academy Award presented at the 16th Governors Awards in Los Angeles recognizing his "extraordinary distinction in...
Assassination of Mayor Carlos Manzo sparks Gen Z-led protests...
Known as an outspoken crusader against organized crime, his murder sparked a massive wave of national unrest...
Britain’s Prince Andrew loses royal titles
Prince Andrew lost his royal titles following controversies and legal issues related to his association with Jeffrey...
Thai Queen Sirikit dies at 93
Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother of Thailand and mother of current King Maha Vajiralongkorn, passed away peacefully...
Myanmar’s military destroys cyber scam compound linked to Chinese...
In mid-Oct 2025, the Myanmar military raided KK Park, a notorious scam compound located in Myawaddy and...
2025 Louvre Heist: 8 items under 8 minutes
This 2025 heist is considered one of the boldest in the museum’s history due to the daylight...
María Corina Machado awarded Nobel Peace Prize
The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to María Corina Machado, the prominent Venezuelan opposition leader.
Diddy sentenced to 4 years in prison
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty in July 2025 on two counts of transportation for prostitution under...
Primatologist Dr Jane Goodall dies at 91
Dr Jane Goodall, the pioneering British primatologist and conservationist, died aged 91 on 1 October 2025 while...
Trump imposes $100k fee for H-1B visa petitions in...
On Sep 19, 2025, President Donald Trump introduced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa petitions.
Jimmy Kimmel suspended for Charlie Kirk remarks
Jimmy Kimmel was briefly suspended following a monologue criticising Donald Trump and his supporters' reactions to...
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk, the American conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated on Sep 10, 2025,...
2025 Indonesian nation-wide demonstrations
In Aug and Sep 2025, Jakarta and several other major Indonesian cities were rocked by the most violent civil...
2025 Anti-gentrification Protests in Mexico
Mexico City has seen a significant wave of anti-gentrification protests, targeting the influx of "digital nomads" and...
Sydney Sweeney’s 2025 American Eagle campaign controversy
The 2025 American Eagle (AE) campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney became a major cultural and financial flashpoint, blending high-performing retail...
French President Macron and wife sues Candace Owen
In July 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron filed a high-profile defamation lawsuit...
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert cancelled
On July 18, 2025, CBS announced it would end The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and retire...
Kiss Cam, Doxxing and Death Threats: The dark side...
Coldplay's kiss cam at Gillette Stadium went viral, inadvertently portraying CEO Andy Byron & HR chief Kristin...
Deadly Texas floods reveal 115million-year-old dinosaur footprints
In early July 2025, Central Texas, specifically the Hill Country region, experienced one of the deadliest flash...
Air India Flight 171 crash kills 260 in deadliest...
Air India Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, on Jun 12, 2025. It remains one...
Trump issues travel ban for 12 countries
In early June 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation reinstating and expanding travel restrictions for 12...
Pope Leo XIV, Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost, becomes first...
Pope Leo XIV (Robert Francis Prevost), born in Chicago in 1955, is the first pope born in...
Pope Francis dies at 88 after declining health, ending...
Pope Francis died at age 88 on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Vatican’s Casa Santa...
Trump freezes $2.2billion in funding for Harvard
In 2025, the Trump administration engaged in a significant standoff with Harvard University, primarily revolving around the...
Blue Origin launched first all-female crew
Blue Origin's its first-ever all-female crew took flight in Apr and was criticised for "performative feminism".
Powerful Myanmar quake kills thousands, topples buildings across the...
The powerful quake triggered catastrophic damage across Myanmar and sent powerful tremors through Thailand and much of...
Mid-March 2025 North American Blizzard
In mid-March 2025, North America was struck by Winter Storm Nyla which combined blizzard conditions in the north with...