Public service media employees in Czechia are striking for 24 hours over controversial government plans to change funding for Czech Television and Czech Radio. Critics fear the reforms, which would shift funding from license fees to state budget allocation, threaten editorial independence and could lead to job losses and programming cuts.
Ramiro Valdés, l'un des derniers vétérans de la révolution cubaine de 1959, est décédé à 94 ans. Il fut une figure clé du régime, notamment comme fondateur des services de renseignement et ancien ministre de l'Intérieur.
Colombians are voting in a presidential runoff election that could dramatically alter the country's approach to its armed conflict. The far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, who favors military confrontation, is leading polls against Iván Cepeda, the architect of President Petro's "total peace" plan.
Colombians vote Sunday in a presidential runoff that could dramatically shift the country's approach to its armed conflict. Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella, vowing military confrontation, faces leftwing senator Iván Cepeda, who supports "total peace" negotiations.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni strongly rejected claims by former US President Donald Trump that she "begged" him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his remarks "completely made up." The dispute has led to the cancellation of Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani's visit to Miami.
Australia has donated surveillance, delivery, and inspection drones to the Philippine Coast Guard, including fixed-wing and underwater vehicles. The donation aims to support the modernization of the Philippine coastguard and its maritime domain awareness efforts.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, a dominant 6-0 win against Qatar, but the match ended in controversy with a post-whistle scuffle between players and staff. The incident was sparked by a reckless tackle that injured a Canadian player, leading to a red card for the Qatari player.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory, a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar, but the match ended in controversy with a scuffle between players and staff. Tensions flared after a reckless tackle injured Canada's Ismael Kone, leading to two Qatar red cards.
Canada secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup win, a dominant 6-0 victory over Qatar, but the match ended in a heated scuffle between players and staff. The controversy stemmed from a reckless tackle that injured a Canadian player, leading to two Qatar red cards.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that European leaders' true aim is not to negotiate with Russia but to preserve Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky's regime as a base for ongoing confrontation. Lavrov's article, originally intended for Politico-Europe, was canceled by the outlet's editorial team.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned that a direct confrontation between NATO and Russia could lead to nuclear strikes and catastrophic consequences. His article, initially slated for publication in Politico-Europe, was canceled by the outlet's editorial team.
Rightwing MEPs chanted "send them back" after a vote to increase EU deportations. This sparked counter-chants of "shame on you" from other lawmakers, highlighting deep divisions in the European Parliament. Rights groups and UN experts have criticized the measures as cruel and discriminatory.
Dix-neuf ans après sa défaite à la présidentielle, Ségolène Royal accuse François Bayrou d'avoir refusé de la soutenir en 2007 car elle était une femme. Bayrou dément fermement ces "mensonges éhontés", affirmant qu'il ne la soutenait pas car il la jugeait "mauvaise présidente".
A criminal case has been registered against Satish Kumar, an international passenger, for allegedly misbehaving with a cabin crew member and another passenger on a Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad. The incident involved an apology, a physical altercation, and an obscene gesture.
EU leaders are converging on a more assertive approach to China, citing unfair trade practices and a growing deficit. While dialogue continues, the EU is considering tools like import quotas and an overcapacity instrument, though a full trade war is unlikely due to economic fragility.
India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutale commented on the post-match altercation between 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka A players after India's Super Over loss. Bahutale called the incident unfortunate, suggested it was provoked, and stressed the need for education on conduct for both teams.
A US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after take-off from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, killing all eight crew members. An investigation into the cause is underway, with initial indications suggesting the crash was not survivable.
A US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after take-off from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, killing all eight crew members. The cause of the accident is under investigation, with experts suggesting a possible flight-control problem.
Political analyst Sylwia Monika Gorska states ASEAN is unlikely to form a united front on South China Sea disputes due to its principles of consensus, sovereignty, and non-interference. She noted the Asean Maritime Leaders’ Declaration offers Manila an alternative path.
The T20 Mumbai League 2026 final saw a heated exchange near the dugout after a player's dismissal, briefly overshadowing MSC Maratha Royals' eight-run victory over ARCS Andheri.
The June 13, 2025, war marked a historic turning point, shifting the Iran-Israel conflict from covert operations to direct military confrontation. Decades of rivalry, fueled by Iran's nuclear program and regional instability, culminated in this open conflict, with the IAEA's role and the events of October 2023 serving as key triggers. The war tested state resilience and revealed outdated regional assumptions, setting the stage for a potentially harsher and more unpredictable future.
Tim Ream became the oldest USMNT player at a World Cup and the first to benefit from the 'mistaken identity' rule change, where a yellow card was overturned and issued to an opponent for simulation.
A decade after the Permanent Court of Arbitration's ruling on the South China Sea, the dispute remains unresolved. Despite Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr's assertion of peaceful dispute resolution, the ruling has become a point of contention, with maritime incidents and military deployments continuing. China's economic pragmatism has solidified its position as ASEAN's largest trading partner.
Russian Ambassador to London Andrey Kelin stated that the UK has chosen a path of confrontation with Russia and is consistently escalating it, sacrificing mutual interests and cooperation. He expressed hope for common sense to prevail among British ruling circles.
