Israel and Hezbollah renewed a fragile ceasefire in Lebanon after 24 hours of intense violence. This occurred as a US-Iran meeting to discuss a nuclear deal was cancelled, raising regional tensions and impacting global energy markets.
Gatchalian has been elected as the new Senate President, following a leadership dispute. He conceded to the new leader, promising to uncover the truth. A political professor noted the relief but warned of continued challenges to the country's democracy.
Victor Mata Villarreal, 45, died Friday after a stand-off with police in Midland, Texas. The attack left one person dead and at least nine injured. Villarreal was already sought by authorities for a prior shooting incident.
A suspect was killed in an officer-involved shooting by FBI personnel after a 12-hour standoff at a Chase Bank in downtown Bakersfield. The incident began with a bomb threat, and all hostages were freed unharmed.
The arrest of Senator Jinggoy Estrada on corruption charges has created an 11-11 tie in the Philippine Senate, potentially stalling legislation and complicating Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio's impeachment trial.
Turkish police used tear gas and rubber bullets to storm the offices of the main opposition CHP party, removing supporters and officials who had been inside for three days. The raid followed a court ruling nullifying the election of party chairperson Ozgur Ozel, who vowed to reclaim the headquarters.
A man in his 40s has been shot dead by police after an overnight stand-off in Bedford, following reports of vehicles being damaged and threats made to officers.
A man in his 40s was shot dead by police after an overnight stand-off in Bedford, UK, following reports of vehicle damage and threats. Specialist officers attempted engagement before the man presented a weapon, leading to fatal police action.
Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa evades ICC arrest warrant, symbolizing a Duterte camp under siege amidst impeachment battle and Senate control fight
Philippine authorities said on Monday they would not arrest for now a lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in ex-president Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war, capping a lengthy Senate stand-off. Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, who served as police chief and Duterte’s top enforcer during the bloody drug crackdown, will be treated as if in the custody of the Senate, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) director Melvin Matibag told reporters after the politician had taken...
India's indigenous glide weapon system, TARA, achieved a successful maiden flight, transforming unguided bombs into precision-guided munitions. Developed by DRDO and tested from an IAF Jaguar, TARA offers enhanced accuracy and stand-off capability at low cost. This development aligns with global trends, boosting India's affordable precision strike power and airpower.
Global attention is fixated on Japan’s strategic shift under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. From the strengthened US-Japan alliance to the tense stand-off with China, from advocating for constitutional reinterpretation to allowing weapons exports and deploying counterstrike capabilities – these moves have been dissected in capitals worldwide. But the real, and more decisive, story is unfolding on Japan’s home front. The domestic dynamic driving this change is often a footnote, yet it is the...
Amid the trade war with the United States, the last thing China needs is an economic confrontation with the European Union – Beijing’s major export destination. But with the EU seemingly determined to protect its market by introducing measures that many see as controversial, an economic stand-off appears inevitable. When European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen blamed China last June for showing an “unwillingness to live within the constraints of the rules-based international system”,...
After a joke by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel drew calls from the White House for ABC to fire the comedian, the US Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday ordered an early licence review of the network’s television stations. The stand-off between US President Donald Trump’s administration and the global entertainment conglomerate is the first crisis facing Walt Disney’s new CEO Josh D’Amaro. Last Thursday, Kimmel, whose late-night television programme airs on Disney’s ABC, did a send-up of...
The "broken" process behind listing medication on the PBS contributes to hundreds of thousands of Australians with diabetes missing out on subsidised lifesaving medication, according to the peak industry body.
The "broken" process behind listing medication on the PBS contributes to hundreds of thousands of Australians with diabetes missing out on subsidised lifesaving medication, according to the peak industry body.
Bitcoin is experiencing a divergence where derivatives traders remain bearish while spot ETF inflows and price resilience suggest a potential bottom. Despite this, macro headwinds and regulatory constraints continue to cap the potential for a broad bull market.
Trump claims he's under no pressure to reach an Iran nuclear deal, saying the new agreement will be 'FAR BETTER' than the 2015 JCPOA. He told Bloomberg News he's 'highly unlikely' to renew the two-week ceasefire, which expires Tuesday at 8pm ET.
The Strait of Hormuz closed again after Iran reversed its decision to reopen the vital waterway, with President Trump confirming the US Navy blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect. Oil prices jumped 5.6% to $87.20 for US crude and 5.3% to $95.16 for Brent, while Asian markets mostly rose and the S&P 500 hit a record high. A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran expires Wednesday, with the US having seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship.
