Category: Global News
Putin admits Ukraine attacks hitting Russian economy, society
Ukraine has increasingly targeted Russian refineries, depots and pipelines, as well as fuel supplies in Crimea.
US Congressman says Trump won’t send loads of money to Iran
US House Republican Ryan Zinke says President Donald Trump wants a deal with Iran, but will not provide funding.
Clashes break out at DRC rally against presidential term-limit change
Police dispersed the crowds with tear gas as opposition and pro-government activists clashed.
At least one killed and nine hospitalised in Texas shooting
Authorities in Midland, Texas, say that suspected attacker confirmed dead after shooting and standoff with police.
Musk becomes first trillionaire as SpaceX debuts on Nasdaq
Musk becomes first trillionaire as SpaceX debuts on Nasdaq
Amnesty calls for Israel boycott over aggression in the occupied West Bank
Amnesty International’s Agnes Callamard says the ethnic cleansing and annexation of the occupied West Bank is state-led.
Fire rips through the world’s biggest refugee camp in Bangladesh
A large fire broke out in the Kutupalong refugee camp in Bangladesh, the world’s biggest displacement centre.
Sam Bankman-Fried loses appeal to overturn fraud convictions and prison
If the former crypto billionaire loses all remaining avenues, he would be eligible for release in 2044.
US judge refuses to block UFC fight at White House event
Federal judge rules UFC fight at White House on Trump’s birthday can proceed despite legal challenges.
Venezuela hits out at Trinidad and Tobago in oil spill spat
Caracas warns of environmental and economic damage amid heightened tension with its neighbour.