Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for ending the stalemate with the US as talks with Oman progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though new hardline conditions complicate potential deals.
The US has pledged $1bn to Colombia hours after right-wing populist Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president, promising an all-out war on drug cartels and closer ties with the Trump administration.
London Mayor warns of catastrophic climate impacts across Europe and the UK amid record heatwaves, condemning a rising tide of climate denial, political delay, and misinformation.
Fifa has strongly criticised an ongoing effort to undermine the organisation and president Gianni Infantino following reports regarding a severance payment, amid broader pressure from European football associations.
Volkswagen's top shareholder, Porsche SE, demands urgent restructuring and cost cuts at the German carmaker to counter fierce competition from Chinese automotive brands and falling profits.
The growing popularity of camera-equipped smartglasses has triggered a backlash in Australia over non-consensual filming, harassment, and privacy risks, even as visually impaired users praise them as life-changing.
The US pledged £1bn in assistance to Colombia following the inauguration of right-wing president Abelardo de la Espriella, who promised an all-out war on narco-terrorism and a strong military alliance with Washington.
Reform UK chair Lee Anderson has called for a parliamentary investigation into Defense Secretary Wes Streeting over $50,000 in donations linked indirectly to former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried.
EU Executive VP Henna Virkkunen urges social media giants to monitor platforms more closely for misinformation after false online claims fueled a deadly border crisis in Ceuta.
Former AFLPA chief Joel Bowden has criticised the AFL, Geelong and the AFLPA over a secret concussion waiver signed by an undisclosed Cats player, calling for a Senate committee hearing to investigate the matter.
Hong Kong's four-decade-old dollar peg faces review calls as an industry association urges shifting to the yuan or a basket of major currencies and gold.
Former India fast bowler Karsan Ghavri has urged selectors to recall Mohammed Shami and Bhuvneshwar Kumar following Jasprit Bumrah's knee injury ruling him out of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.
Donald Trump criticized oil companies for making 'too much money' from the Iran war, prompting environmentalists and advocates to urge him to support a windfall profits tax.
Beijing is intensifying its rhetoric against Tokyo's changing defense posture, labeling it 'new militarism' and using WWII history to rally regional sympathy, while Japan rejects the claims and highlights China's military build-up.
The Confederation of African Football’s Executive Committee unanimously backed beleaguered FIFA president Gianni Infantino for re-election, defying European, North American, and Asian counterparts amid a global revolt over a botched World Cup commercial sell-off plan.
Norway has called on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign after his aborted attempt to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, contrasting with support from Mexico and Argentina.
Calls are mounting for an independent inquiry into the Army Foundation College in Harrogate after four young women alleged they were raped and sexually harassed while training as 17-year-old recruits.
Belgian powerlifting champion Sonita Muluh speaks out about feeling unsafe after a spotter at the 2026 World Powerlifting Championships in Lithuania admitted to intentionally interfering with her record lift and expressing racist views.
France introduces a strict new law banning unsolicited commercial sales calls without prior consent, replacing previous opt-out systems with heavy fines of up to 375,000 euros for companies.
Donald Trump stated that new talks between Washington and Tehran are Iran's last chance to avoid US strikes, while Tehran denied direct talks are currently occurring.
Calls are mounting for an independent inquiry into the Army Foundation College in Harrogate after four women told the BBC they faced rape and sexual abuse while training there as teenagers.
SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens calls for internal reflection on the circumstances leading to a murder-suicide involving Helena Wright and her children, while cautioning against assumptions about handling the case differently.
President Trump has shifted his approach to the Federal Reserve, now frequently communicating with Chairman Kevin Warsh, unlike his contentious relationship with predecessor Jerome Powell. While this engagement may seem beneficial, it poses risks to the Fed's independence, crucial for protecting against political pressure that could lead to reckless economic decisions.
Amanda Knox defends her Edinburgh Festival Fringe comedy show 'Cartwheel' against cancellation calls from Meredith Kercher's sister, who fears it will trivialise violence against women.
