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US mass killings drop to 20-year low in 2025: Database
Experts say the dip is likely a return to more typical levels after an unusual spike in the preceding years.
US envoys headed to Moscow to discuss Ukraine peace plan with Putin
White House 'optimistic' about a deal, but Ukraine still wary that plan is based on Russian demands.
UN will cut 2026 budget by $577m by slashing workforce
The UN plans to cut nearly a fifth of its staff positions as unpaid member dues climb to $1.59 trillion.
Hong Kong leader orders independent investigation into fire that killed 151
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee says committee to be led by a judge and will identify the causes of deadly blaze.
Video: ‘Slaves, never!’ Venezuela’s Maduro holds rally amid US tensions
President Nicolas Maduro told supporters at a rally in Caracas he wants "peace with sovereignty", amid US tensions.
India’s sky-high fares crash dreams to make flying accessible to all
PM Modi said he wants those who can't afford shoes to be able to fly. But shrinking competition is killing that hope.
LIVE: Israeli forces continue demolition, destruction around Gaza City
Israeli forces carry out demolition and destruction on residential buildings behind the yellow line in central Gaza.
Canada joins key EU defence programme as PM Carney pivots away from US
Canada joins EU's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) rearmament initiative, giving access to $170bn in loans for defence.
Maduro rejects a ‘slave’s peace’ for Venezuela as US ramps up pressure
Thousands rally in Caracas in support of President Nicolas Maduro as concerns grow over potential US military action.
‘I decided I’d die’: Indonesia’s flood victims recount stories of survival
At least 631 people have died in floods in the Southeast Asian country, with the death toll expected to rise.