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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s outspoken and populist communication style is facing increasing criticism, with some citizens and analysts questioning whether his public remarks are affecting trust in his…
United States President Donald Trump has announced that he cancelled a planned military attack on Iran, saying the decision was made to give diplomacy a chance and allow time for negotiations aimed at reaching a deal.…
Some concerts end when the final song is performed and the lights go off. Others continue living in the memories of those who attended, through the songs they keep singing, the moments they keep discussing, and the…
Terrorist groups operating in the Sahel region are increasingly expanding their operations into urban areas, with groups such as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) and the Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP)…
Liberian authorities have seized nearly 4,000 kilograms of cocaine worth an estimated $317 million in one of the country’s largest-ever drug interceptions, highlighting the growing challenge of international drug…
Australia and Singapore are reinforcing their strong bilateral relationship, with leaders focusing on deeper cooperation in defence, foreign affairs, trade and regional security. Australian Prime Minister Anthony…
Massive wildfires sweeping across parts of France and Spain have forced more than 330,000 people to evacuate their homes, as authorities warn that soaring temperatures and strong winds could worsen the crisis in the…
The empowerment of young people has emerged as one of the key priorities highlighted during the latest Political Bureau meeting of the FPR–Inkotanyi Party, with a renewed focus on building a skilled, innovative and…
Cameroon’s ruling party, the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM), has held a rare meeting of senior officials amid growing criticism over President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence from the country. The…
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will strike Iranian bridges or power plants if Iran attacks any ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil shipping…
The United Kingdom has lost an estimated $3.9 billion (£2.9 billion) due to a decline in international student enrolment, according to a new report by London Economics, conducted in partnership with the Higher…
At least 10 people have been killed after a Russian missile strike hit a merchant ship off the coast of Odesa, Ukraine, marking the deadliest attack on a cargo vessel in the Black Sea since the escalation of such…
Prince Harry made a surprise appearance on the red carpet at TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports event in New York City, just days after his private reunion with his father, King Charles III, in the United…
Australia continues to prove that success in motorcycle racing is not only about population size or economic power, but also about talent, commitment and determination. Despite having a population of around 28 million…
Iran has launched new attacks against U.S. facilities in the Gulf, escalating tensions after six consecutive nights of American strikes on Iranian military targets. The latest exchange of attacks marks a further…
U.S. President Donald Trump has accused China of interfering in the 2020 presidential election, reigniting his long-running claims about election security despite previous assessments by the U.S. intelligence community…
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba , has called for faster implementation of reforms within the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), emphasizing the need for better planning,…
Australia is taking further steps to increase women’s participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), with young Australians enrolled in the Khuda Women in STEM program set to contribute to…
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has ordered its officers to largely suspend vehicle stops following two fatal shootings involving its agents in Maine and Texas within the past week, according…
Qatar has laid to rest its former leader, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir who transformed the small Gulf nation into a global economic and political power. Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995…
Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates have expanded their joint digital skills program, the 5 Million Ethiopian Coders Initiative, to reach seven million participants after the project surpassed its original target…
Australia’s Labor Party is preparing for major policy debates at its national conference later this month, with artificial intelligence (AI), gambling reforms and the Middle East conflict expected to be among the key…
Australia has confirmed a new detection of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus in a wild non-migratory seabird, increasing concerns about the potential spread of the disease among wildlife. The Australian…
Norway's impressive rise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the result of decades of strategic planning, investment in infrastructure and a nationwide commitment to youth development, rather than the brilliance of one…