Russia ‘forces’ closure of investigative newspaper Novaya Gazeta
Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta has announced it will shut down, citing pressure from the authorities.
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Activists urge Eisenkot to form new Israeli gov’t with Arab parties
Israeli activists rally outside opposition leader Eisenkot’s home, urging him to join forces with Arab parties after ele
How can Israel break its election deadlock?
No clear winner has emerged from Israel’s election, raising speculation over which party could form the next government.
Aid convoy enters besieged Ukrainian town Oleshky
An aid convoy has entered the Russian-held town of Oleshky, in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region, after weeks of efforts to organise a relief operation for residents.
US weighs new Iran strikes as Vance reaches out: Is war or a deal closer?
Over the past week, Washington and Tehran have sent mixed signals about whether their eight-month war is heading back to full-scale strikes or towards a peace deal.
On the US border in Texas, Trump deportation drive galvanises midterm vote
Rio Grande Valley, Texas – Leaning over plates of tamales, pan dulce, and sugar skulls, community organisers and local residents in the border city of Brownsville remembered the dead.
Dakar Rally 2027 to be held in Portugal, Morocco as Saudi hosting revoked
The 2027 edition of the Dakar Rally will be held in Morocco following a prologue and first stage in Portugal, organisers Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) said, five days after announcing the event would not be held in Saudi Arabia due to security concerns.
What can a global strike of dockworkers achieve for Gaza?
Dock and port workers have long had a tradition of solidarity with the oppressed, upheld by strong labour unions and workers’ rights.
AFCON returns to 2-year cycle after CAF reverses quadrennial decision
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held every two years, not four as was planned, governing body the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced after reversing an earlier decision.
Bhutan glacial lake outburst triggers flash floods
A glacial lake outburst in northern Bhutan has triggered flash flooding.
Saudi Arabia reports interception of Houthi drone targeting Mecca
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has reported that it intercepted a drone launched by the Houthis towards Saudi Arabia’s Mecca region.
Sharp-shooting Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 in WNBA Finals
The WNBA had numerous reasons to expand the Finals from five games ahead of the 2025 season.
Russian oil refinery struck as Ukraine renews drone attacks
Russian authorities say they intercepted more than 1,000 Ukrainian drones over multiple regions overnight.
Oil flows are up as Iran war turmoil eases. Why do prices keep rising?
Oil flows out of the Gulf have increased substantially, easing the huge supply disruption caused by the United States/Israel war on Iran.
Kenya’s 2029 World Athletics bid: A win for Africa under scrutiny
Nairobi, Kenya – For more than four decades, the World Athletics Championships have been held across continents but never in Africa.
‘My life is buried here’: Iranian man whose 12 family members were killed
Hamed Mirzaei lost 12 members of his family in an attack on a residential building in Tehran. Among those killed was his wife, 26-year-old Mohadeseh. The young couple had been planning to start a family.
NBA: Cameron Boozer tallies first triple-double, Grizzlies remain unbeaten
Rookie Cameron Boozer recorded 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists for his first career triple-double, and reserve Isaiah Stewart also scored 18 as the Memphis Grizzlies remained unbeaten with a solid 124-103 road victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Sudan investigation maps commanders linked to wartime rape
On the day the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) entered el-Fasher in October 2025, a video posted on TikTok showed one of the paramilitary group’s commanders addressing fighters. She appeared to be encouraging fighters to rape women in Sudan’s Northern State, hundreds of kilometres fro...