Category: Global News
“Polarised” politics to blame for US govt shutdown
White House columnist at The Hill, explains how political polarisation in the US has meant more frequent govt shutdowns.
Munich’s world-famous Oktoberfest suspended in Germany after ‘bomb threat’
Police are investigating whether an explosion in northern Munich is linked to the popular beer festival.
Madagascar protesters return to streets as government dissolves
Youth-led protests over water and electricity continue in Madagascar, despite government concessions.
How Pakistan misread the Taliban and lost peace on the frontier
As Kabul resists action against the Pakistan Taliban, Islamabad is left to weigh military strikes and expulsions.
The Taliban rejects reports of nationwide internet ban in Afghanistan
The hardline rulers have previously announced local blackouts as part of attempts to combat 'immoral activities'.
Trump’s Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ promises Tony Blair yet another payday
UK’s top war criminal-turned-consultant is set to front Trump’s Gaza plan, where colonialism is sold as investment.
Starvation is a war crime. So why is it so rarely prosecuted?
From Bengal to Gaza, hunger is often used as a weapon of war but almost never punished.
Greece labour law protests bring public transport to a halt
Unions are protesting against government plans to allow extended working hours, including shifts of up to 13 hours.
Video: Suspects in Argentina triple femicide arrested in Peru
Police in Peru say they have arrested the main suspects in the murders of two women and a girl.
Videos capture 6.9 magnitude earthquake as it hits the Philippines
A powerful earthquake has struck Cebu in the central Philippines, collapsing homes and businesses.