Myanmar Junta's Proxy Party Wins Sham Election
Myanmar's military-backed Union and Solidarity Party secures a sweeping majority in a tightly controlled general election denounced by human rights groups and Western nations as neither free nor fair.
Category : Global
British Girl Missing After Moroccan Beach Incident
A seven-year-old British girl from Blackburn is missing after being swept out to sea in Casablanca, Morocco, prompting a desperate search involving family and UK authorities.
Family to Hold Ceremony After Dingo Tragedy in Australia
The family of Piper James, a Canadian backpacker found dead on K'gari, will travel to Queensland for a traditional smoking ceremony with Indigenous elders to honour her memory.
Africa's Youthful Future: Leadership Investment Key
With Africa's population projected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, strategic investment in youth leadership and infrastructure is crucial for global competitiveness.
Iranian Protesters Describe Unprecedented Crackdown and Hope
Six Iranians share harrowing accounts of recent protests, describing a brutal government crackdown that left thousands dead while revealing a rare sense of collective defiance across generations.
Iranian Protesters Detail Bloody Crackdown and Defiant Hope
Six Iranians share harrowing accounts of recent protests, describing unprecedented state violence that killed thousands while clinging to fragile hope for change amidst economic despair.
Trump: Putin Agrees to Week-Long Kyiv Ceasefire in Cold
Donald Trump claims Vladimir Putin agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv for a week during extreme cold, as Ukraine faces -30C temperatures and energy shortages ahead of new peace talks.
Couple Caned 140 Times Under Aceh's Sharia Law
A man and woman in Indonesia's Aceh province were publicly caned 140 times each for sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol, one of the severest punishments since sharia law was adopted.
Giant Portrait of Gaza Girl Hind Rajab Unveiled in Barcelona
Protesters in Barcelona unfurled a massive 55-metre portrait of five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, killed in the Gaza war, demanding freedom for Gaza's children.
Trump Reopens Venezuela Airspace for US Flights
President Trump has ordered immediate reopening of commercial airspace over Venezuela, allowing direct US flights as oil companies assess operations in the post-Maduro era.
Gaza Gangs Cause Chaos with Israeli Weapons in Power Vacuum
Criminal gangs in Gaza are exploiting a power vacuum, using Israeli-supplied weapons to target Hamas operatives and civilians, leading to widespread violence and assassinations.
Israel Accepts Gaza Death Toll of 71,000, Says Report
The Israeli military has reportedly accepted figures from Gaza's health ministry, indicating over 70,000 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023, a shift from previous dismissals.
Israeli-Armed Gangs Target Hamas and Civilians in Gaza
A new report reveals armed gangs equipped with Israeli weapons are causing havoc in Gaza, killing Hamas members and Palestinians amid a power vacuum.
Zelensky Warns of 'Massive Strike' After Russian Drone Attack
A deadly Russian drone attack in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region killed three people overnight, as President Zelensky warns of an impending large-scale Russian barrage. The attack comes amid peace talk invitations, prisoner exchanges, and efforts to block R
Israel Accepts Gaza Death Toll of 71,000 Palestinians
The Israeli military has for the first time accepted Gaza health ministry figures showing over 71,000 Palestinians killed in the conflict, marking a significant shift in official stance.
UK Girl Swept to Sea in Morocco as Search Continues
A seven-year-old British girl from Blackburn has been swept out to sea by a large wave while on holiday in Casablanca, Morocco, with her desperate family continuing the search.
Iran Protests Shift from Women's Rights to Monarchist Sentiment
Recent anti-government protests in Iran show a significant shift from the 2022 'woman, life, freedom' movement, with younger demonstrators now rallying around Reza Pahlavi, son of the former Shah.
Miliband: Climate Aid Cuts Are Fueling Wars Worldwide
Former foreign secretary David Miliband argues that declining aid for climate adaptation is exacerbating conflicts in fragile nations, urging rich countries to increase grant-based support.
Taliban's Gender Repression Worsens Amid Failed Appeasement
As the Taliban enforces extreme edicts erasing women from public life, global diplomatic engagement has failed to secure concessions on rights, with UN warnings of crimes against humanity.
Russia's Ukraine War Losses Hit 1.2 Million
A new study reveals Russian forces have suffered 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine, the heaviest losses for a major power since WWII, as Zelensky warns of a new massive attack.
Russian Drone Attack Kills 3 in Ukraine as Peace Talks Loom
A Russian drone assault in Zaporizhzhia claims three lives, with President Zelenskyy warning of further large-scale attacks as US-led peace negotiations approach this weekend.
China Executes 11 in Myanmar Scam Syndicate Crackdown
Chinese authorities have executed 11 members of a Myanmar-based family crime syndicate responsible for killing 14 citizens and running billion-dollar scam operations.
Iranian Surgeon Faces Death Charge for Treating Protesters
Alireza Golchini, a surgeon who studied in London, has been arrested in Iran and charged with 'waging war against God' for treating injured protesters. Human rights groups warn of a campaign against healthcare workers.
Trump's Iran Ultimatum: Nuclear Deal or Airstrikes
Donald Trump's escalating threats to Iran over its nuclear programme cap a month of volatile US policy shifts, from protest support to military posturing.
Colombian Politicians Among 13 Killed in Jet Crash
A Satena airline flight in Colombia has crashed with no survivors, killing all 13 on board including politicians. The plane exploded between Cúcuta and Ocaña.
Trump Aid Cuts Blamed for Deaths; Albanese Pushes Gun Buyback
A year after Trump slashed USAID funding, Australian charities report preventable deaths. Albanese pushes gun buyback despite state opposition, while US-Iran tensions rise.
Iran Warns of Unprecedented Response to Trump's Military Threats
Iran has issued a chilling response to Donald Trump's threats and deployment of a 'massive armada' to the Middle East, stating it is open to dialogue but will defend itself if provoked.
Father Awaits Rafah Reopening After Two-Year Gaza Separation
Raed Belal, stranded in Egypt for two years, hopes to reunite with his family in Gaza as Israel prepares to reopen the Rafah crossing with limited daily entries.
US Ukraine Condition & South Korea Ex-First Lady Jailed
A roundup of major global news: US outlines condition for Ukraine security guarantees, South Korea's former first lady receives jail sentence, Iran protest crackdown details emerge, airports implement health checks for Nipah virus, and dingo culling spark
Trump's USAID Cuts Devastate Pacific Aid, Charities Scramble
A year after Donald Trump slashed USAID funding, Australian charities report devastating impacts in the Pacific. Education, health, and nutrition programs have been cut, leading to preventable deaths and regional instability.
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