Category: Global News
IMF approves third review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9bn bailout, but warns of risks
Global lender says it will release about $333m to crisis-hit nation as signs of economic recovery emerge.
Facing the fear of water: Refugees learn to swim in Lesbos
Many refugees who end up on the Greek island are traumatised by water. A swimming programme helps them embrace the sea.
Trump picks billionaire investor Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary
Hedge fund manager will be responsible for implementing president-elect's pledges to cut taxes and raise tariffs.
Are underwater pipelines, cables being sabotaged in the Baltic Sea? Why?
A series of unexplained events causing damage to pipelines and cables has occurred over two years.
Israeli missiles strike residential building in central Beirut
At least four people have been killed in the attack on the Basta neighbourhood, according to the Health Ministry.
‘Genocide-free’ cola makes a splash in the United Kingdom
Cola Gaza offers its drinkers an ‘apartheid-free’ alternative as they boycott big-name brands.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,003
These were the key developments on the 1,003rd day of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Soldier students: Job training gives hope to Myanmar’s military defectors
Defectors from Myanmar's military and police are learning skills that could put them on a new path after years of war.
Gatwick Airport south terminal evacuated over security concerns
Gatwick Airport’s south terminal was evacuated after a suspicious item was found in a piece of luggage.
‘A new perch’: Trump loyalist Matt Gaetz confirms US Congress departure
In an interview, the scandal-plagued Gaetz reaffirmed his commitment to being a member of Trump's 'America First army'.