Category: Global News
Real Madrid close on Barcelona as Mbappe and Vinicius net against Alaves
Real Madrid beat relegation-threatened Alaves 2-1 in La Liga to close the gap to leaders Barcelona to six points.
Myanmar’s military government rebuffed on peace talks offer
Min Aung Hlaing elected by parliament as president earlier this month after election derided as a sham.
Trump announces Iran ceasefire extension but says blockade remains
US president says attacks will be held off until Iranian leaders 'come up with a unified proposal' to end war.
Germany, Italy block bid to suspend EU-Israel trade agreement
Germany and Italy have blocked the European Union from suspending the bloc’s association agreement with Israel.
Trump’s US Fed nominee Warsh vows independence, says he’s no ‘sock puppet’
Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing shines spotlight on doubts over his independence as Trump pushes again for rate cuts.
Two CIA agents reportedly killed in car crash in Mexican state of Chihuahua
The presence of US officials in a law enforcement convoy raises questions about respect for Mexico's sovereignty.
Israeli rabbi who bulldozed Gaza honoured as torchbearer
Avraham Zarbiv, known for gleefully documenting his bulldozing of Gaza, was honoured on Israel’s “Independence Day”.
Pro-Palestine legal aid requests stay high in 2025 amid US campus pressure
Legal aid group says the rate of requests shows pro-Palestine advocacy persists despite Trump administration's tactics.
Nearly 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025: IOM
More than four in every 10 deaths and disappearances occurred on sea routes to Europe, UN agency says.
US issues more Iran sanctions on eve of possible talks in Pakistan
The Trump administration targets 14 individuals and entities over alleged links to Iran's arms industry.