Despite eight months in jail, a coup, and legal challenges, supporters of former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra doubt his political career is over, with some hoping for his retirement while acknowledging his continued influence.
UK plans to ban social media for under-16s face criticism from Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat, who argue it will push teens to less safe platforms. Keir Starmer announced the ban, aiming to protect children's mental health and safety, despite tech companies' concerns.
Parents in Australia share mixed views on the six-month-old social media ban for under-16s. While some find it a useful tool to reduce arguments and guide children away from online risks, others believe it's ineffective and difficult to enforce, leaving teens feeling excluded.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee deflected questions about extending his five-year term, emphasizing continuity in governance and expressing optimism about the city's economic future. He highlighted policy achievements during his tenure, including stock market trading during typhoons and variable tolling.
A Senate inquiry into the federal government's budget measures commences today in Canberra. A new Resolve poll indicates One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has surpassed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as the preferred prime minister.
South Korean Ambassador Ham Sang-wook stated that escalating geopolitical tensions and bloc politics are complicating multilateral diplomacy in Vienna, making the global environment surrounding North Korea's nuclear program more complex. He called for strengthened solidarity among like-minded nations to support multilateralism in addressing interconnected security challenges.
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot accused the BJP of practicing politics in the name of religion, undermining democratic institutions, and using central agencies against opponents. He urged regional parties to support Rahul Gandhi against PM Modi.
À moins de deux semaines du début de la Coupe du monde 2026, Rudi Völler a conseillé aux joueurs allemands de séparer sport et politique, rappelant le fiasco du Mondial 2022 où les sujets extra-sportifs ont nui à la performance de l'équipe.
Three US presidents born in 1946—Clinton, Bush, and Trump—are turning 80 and are seen as central figures in the decline of American political discourse, characterized by tribalism, coarseness, and a focus on moralizing over substance.
Head of a Taiwanese sea search-and-rescue group urges joint maritime emergency drills with China. The Taiwan Strait is a high-risk zone, and cooperation stopped in 2016.
The head of a Taiwanese sea search-and-rescue group urged Beijing and Taipei to resume cooperation on maritime emergencies. Joint drills ceased in 2016, impacting safety in the busy Taiwan Strait.
Nigel Farage announced plans to ban foreign nationals from social housing and deport those unable to find private accommodation, intensifying anti-immigration rhetoric ahead of the Makerfield byelection. This move comes amid polls showing Reform UK losing support to the more extremist Restore Britain.
Dana White, UFC CEO, has evolved into a significant political power broker and advisor to Donald Trump, leveraging the promotion's young, alternative-media-consuming demographic. The UFC's White House event highlights this convergence of sports, politics, and media.
UK cabinet ministers are searching for additional funds to increase defence spending following the resignation of former defence secretary John Healey. Culture secretary Lisa Nandy confirmed departments are in talks with the Treasury to find more money for defence, as the new defence secretary, Dan Jarvis, works on an alternative plan before the Nato summit.
India's satirical Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), born from online protest, has gained millions of followers but analysts doubt it can spark widespread youth unrest like in neighboring countries due to limited street mobilization.
US university programs focused on Southeast Asian languages, history, and politics are facing severe funding cuts, leading to center closures and program threats. Conversely, China is bolstering its area studies programs, highlighting a divergence in knowledge valuation between the two powers.
Un événement de MMA de l'UFC se tiendra à la Maison Blanche le 14 juin, avec 4000 invités et des écrans géants pour le public. Lancée par Donald Trump, cette soirée coïncide avec le 250e anniversaire de la déclaration d'indépendance et le 80e anniversaire du président, mêlant sport, divertissement, affaires et politique.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will resign from politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator's departure is a blow to the struggling Coalition, which faces low popularity and potential electoral defeat.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will quit federal politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator, serving as shadow home affairs minister, acknowledged the timing is difficult for the struggling Coalition.
The Texas Republican Party convention in Houston featured Governor Greg Abbott's address, discussions on abortion policy, and an unusual appearance by an elephant. While the World Cup is hosted nearby, most delegates viewed it as irrelevant, focusing instead on conservative agenda and party unity.
Shadow Home Affairs Minister Jonno Duniam announced his intention to leave parliament later this year after a decade in the Senate representing Tasmania. He cited a desire to spend more time with his family as the reason for his departure.
Australia faces a political disconnect on climate change, with rising denialism despite scientific evidence and affordable solutions. While renewable energy adoption surges, political discourse struggles to address the crisis's impacts and the government's commitments.
The Geopolitics World Cup has reached its quarter mark, revealing peculiar fan behavior, the rise of substitute scorers, and the potential of 'refcam' technology. The USA team shows promise, while the importance of squad depth is highlighted due to punishing heat. Discussions also touch on historical football moments and player legacies.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Mexico, the US, and Canada, has begun with criticism over US visa restrictions, border policies, and alleged complicity in global conflicts. The tournament faces accusations of hypocrisy due to FIFA's history of corruption and its president's actions, alongside concerns about human rights abuses and the high cost of the event.
