Japan WWII Military Title Revival Sparks Debate
Japan's ruling coalition plans to restore pre-1945 military ranks, triggering debate about the nation's postwar pacifist identity and regional tensions.
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First Gaza Patients Evacuated via Rafah Crossing
The World Health Organisation confirms five patients have been medically evacuated from Gaza to Egypt via the Rafah crossing, marking a tentative step forward under the fragile ceasefire agreement.
Russia's Biggest 2026 Air Attack on Ukraine: 71 Missiles, 450 Drones
Russian forces launched a massive overnight air assault on Ukraine, firing 71 missiles and 450 drones in what officials describe as the largest attack of 2026, targeting energy infrastructure.
Kyiv Mother's Winter Struggle: Warmth and Food Amid Outages
In Kyiv, a mother battles harsh winter conditions as Russian strikes cause widespread power and heating failures, forcing families to rely on volunteers for basic needs.
Zulu King's Migrant Remarks Ignite Outrage in South Africa
South Africa's Zulu king has provoked widespread condemnation after demanding migrants leave the country, using derogatory language and referencing recent violent school clashes in Durban.
Israel Admits Gaza Death Toll Accuracy After Years of Denial
Following Israel's military admission that Gaza's health ministry death toll figures are accurate, critics warn against shifting goalposts to civilian-militant ratios.
Uganda Court Drops First Aggravated Homosexuality Case
A Ugandan court has discontinued the case against the first man charged under the country's harsh Anti-Homosexuality Act, which carries the death penalty for aggravated offences.
Pro-Palestine March Targets Israeli President in Australia
A Palestine Action Group organised a march in Australia to protest the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog, highlighting ongoing tensions over the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Aid Cuts Could Cause 22 Million Preventable Deaths by 2030
New research in The Lancet Global Health projects devastating mortality impacts if donor countries like the UK and US continue slashing foreign aid budgets, with millions of child deaths forecast.
Afternoon Update: Australian News Developments Tuesday
A summary of the latest news from Australia, covering political, economic, and social developments as of Tuesday afternoon, with insights into ongoing stories.
Gates Foundation Defends Health Funding as Aid Cuts Bite
The Gates Foundation reaffirms its commitment to global health priorities despite foreign aid reductions, focusing on maternal/child mortality and infectious diseases while betting on AI innovation.
Guardian's Iraq War Reporting: Witness to Chaos
In 2003, Guardian journalists, from embeds to unilaterals, chronicled the Iraq War's brutal onset, capturing the descent from initial exuberance into deadly turmoil and human tragedy.
Iran Funerals Defy Regime with Music and Dance
Iranians are holding celebratory funerals for protest victims, featuring pop music and dancing as acts of defiance against the Islamic regime's strict cultural norms.
Podcast: Will China Replace US as Global Superpower?
A new Guardian podcast examines the shifting geopolitical landscape, analysing whether China can overtake the United States as the world's dominant superpower in the coming decades.
Kyiv Hit by Russian Missile Attack as War Escalates
The Ukrainian capital Kyiv has come under a significant Russian missile assault, marking a severe escalation in the ongoing conflict. This briefing details the attack's impact and the broader military context.
Millennial and Gen Z Hubs Dominated by Liberal Cities
Analysis of 2024 Census data identifies American counties with the highest concentrations of millennials and Gen Z, revealing a strong correlation with progressive, Democrat-led urban areas.
Morning Mail: Tuesday's Australian News and Global Updates
A comprehensive roundup of Tuesday's top stories, covering Australian politics, environmental issues, and international developments, with insights into key events shaping the day.
Hasidic Jews Celebrate Tu BiShvat 'New Year of Trees' in Israel
Ultra-Orthodox Jews from the Sanz Hasidic dynasty observed Tu BiShvat, known as the 'New Year of the Trees,' in Netanya, Israel, with festive rituals.
US Presidential Succession Plan Explained
With Donald Trump as the oldest elected US president, we examine the constitutional succession rules if a president dies in office, including the role of Vice President JD Vance.
South Sudan Fighting Blocks Aid, Thousands at Risk in Jonglei
Humanitarian agencies warn that restricted access in South Sudan's Jonglei state leaves thousands without medical care and food, with violence displacing over 230,000 people and threatening the fragile peace agreement.
China Slams Dalai Lama's Grammy Win as Political Manipulation
China has dismissed the Dalai Lama's Grammy win as political manipulation, warning against anti-China moves. Meanwhile, EU-Iran tensions rise, Gaza's Rafah crossing reopens, Italy faces landslide destruction, and a Nigerian Voice star dies from a snake bi
Rohingya Genocide Trial Tests International Law's Future
The International Court of Justice's historic Gambia v Myanmar case examines genocide allegations against the Rohingya minority, with profound implications for international justice and legal accountability worldwide.
Why February Has 28 Days: Roman Calendar History
Discover how ancient Roman superstitions, lunar cycles, and calendar reforms led to February becoming the shortest month in our modern Gregorian calendar.
Chumbawamba Song Used by Spanish Far-Right Vox
The British anarchist band Chumbawamba's 1997 hit 'Tubthumping' has been controversially adopted by Spain's far-right Vox party at rallies, sparking backlash over the song's anti-establishment message.
Inuit Leaders Oppose Trump's Greenland Ambitions
Indigenous Inuit communities in Greenland are voicing strong opposition to former US President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the territory, citing sovereignty and environmental concerns.
Monday's Global Photos: Vigils, Fires, and Protests
A visual journey through Monday's most compelling moments worldwide, including a candlelit vigil in Minneapolis, forest fires in Argentina, and an oil spill protest in London.
Iranian Protester Released on Bail After Execution Threat
Erfan Soltani, an Iranian man arrested during anti-government protests, has been released on bail after his death sentence was downgraded, following international concern over his case.
Iranian Women Raped, Mutilated for Protesting Regime
German-Iranian journalist Michel Abdollahi reports horrific abuses against women in Iran, including rape and mutilation, as punishment for protesting the regime.
Pakistan Kills 177 Baloch Militants in Major Security Operation
Pakistani security forces have eliminated 177 Baloch Liberation Army militants in a 48-hour counter-offensive following coordinated insurgent attacks that killed 33 people in Balochistan province.
Rafah Crossing Reopens for Injured Gazans in Ceasefire Deal
Israel has reopened Gaza's Rafah crossing for limited movement, allowing 50 injured patients and relatives to leave, as over 20,000 await medical treatment under a US-brokered ceasefire.
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