Category: Global News
Could a leadership change undo Israel’s international isolation?
Opposition leaders hope to end Israel's isolation, even as they retain policies towards Palestinians that led to it.
Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott
Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
Sardar Azmoun left out as Iran announce World Cup 2026 squad
Veteran striker Azmoun was not named in the 30-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 by June 1.
Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling
Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal
Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
Algeria’s USM Alger beat Egypt’s Zamalek to win CAF Cup
Algeria's USM Alger beat Egypt's Zamalek to win CAF Cup.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency
DR Congo accounts for all except two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.
FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup
FIFA offers solutions for each of Iran's concerns before games in US, Iran's football chief says.
‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead
‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead, found off Danish coast.
Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano fight: Rousey wins with a 17-second submission
Rousey won the fight with her signature armbar lock, forcing Carano to submit just 17 seconds into the bout.