China's stance towards the West has evolved from a nascent rejection in 1996 to possessing significant strategic leverage, evident in its forceful countermeasures against Western claims and sanctions, and a shift in Western leaders visiting Beijing.
Inflation expectations among Russians fell to 12.4% in June, the lowest since July 2024, according to an inFOM poll for the Bank of Russia. Observed inflation also decreased, with expectations among households with and without savings showing a downward trend.
Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced the seizure of planning and construction powers for the Ibrahimi Mosque site in Hebron from Palestinian authorities, revoking parts of the 1997 Hebron Agreement. Observers deem the move 'dangerous,' potentially intensifying Israeli occupation in the West Bank.
Turkish writer Ece Temelkuran discusses her new book, "Nation of Strangers," exploring the political power of "home" and the concept of "unhomed" individuals. She shares her personal experience of exile from Turkey due to political threats, her decision to write in English, and her views on the rise of fascism and the left's failure to address emotional responses in politics.
Thousands in Cabo Verde celebrated a World Cup draw against Spain, a moment President Jose Maria Neves called defining for the nation. China's role in building the country's sports infrastructure, including the Estadio Nacional, was also highlighted as crucial to these achievements.
Antarctica's west coast is experiencing a severe deficit of winter sea ice in the Bellingshausen Sea, with an area the size of France missing. This alarming trend raises concerns for penguins, marine life, and global sea levels, and may have intensified a recent heatwave on the continent.
An Israeli real estate event in London, despite prior denials, advertised land in settlements in East Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank. Pamphlets showed projects in Ma’ale Adumim, Givat Ze’ev, and other locations. The event faced calls for cancellation from MPs and civil society groups.
Two children, aged one and five, have died after being struck by a car in a pram in Sydney's south-west. Witnesses attempted to rescue the children, with some tipping the car over to free one child. The driver, a 56-year-old man, was arrested.
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov stated that the "collective West" is manipulating international law for its own interests, destabilizing the global security architecture and undermining strategic stability. He noted this at the "National Security. Belarus - 2026" exhibition in Minsk.
A two-year-old girl has died following a four-vehicle collision on Dynon Road in West Melbourne. Several other individuals sustained injuries, with one driver in critical condition. Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Chinas Regierung verfolgt stoisch ihren Plan einer neuen Weltordnung, in der die Volksrepublik eine zentrale Rolle spielen soll. Ein neues Strategiepapier fasst Pekings bekannte Argumente zusammen. Das westliche Versagen, insbesondere der USA und der EU, stärkt Chinas Image als verlässlicher Akteur, besonders im globalen Süden.
An American media professional, Zachary Lundquist (Huang Hao), advised China to adapt to Western algorithms instead of fighting them to improve its narrative on Tibet. Speaking at the Second Xizang International Communication Conference in Lhasa, he noted that algorithms learn associations over time, creating information cocoons.
Two children under five, seated in a pram, were struck and killed by a car in Sydney's south-west on Wednesday. A 33-year-old woman known to the children was treated for minor injuries, while the 56-year-old male driver was arrested for mandatory testing. Investigations are ongoing.
Oil prices are falling as markets anticipate stability following a potential US-Iran framework agreement. Brent crude futures dropped nearly 1% on Wednesday, extending previous declines, with analysts citing sentiment-driven trading and the prospective reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Pauline Hanson revisited her long-standing anti-multiculturalism stance, now targeting 'radical Islam' and non-English speakers. She also attacked climate change policies, proposed defunding public broadcasters, and discussed abortion limits, while facing criticism over her 'champion of workers' image.
Two children under five died after a car struck them while they were in a pram in Cabramatta, Sydney. Their mother sustained minor injuries. The 56-year-old driver was arrested and is undergoing mandatory testing.
Two children, aged one and five, have died after being struck by a car in Cabramatta, Sydney. A woman known to the children was treated for minor injuries, and the 56-year-old male driver was arrested for mandatory testing. Investigations are ongoing.
På plattformar som Tiktok sprids "thirst edits" av seriemördaren Art från "Terrifier", där groteska scener förvandlas till erotiskt laddat fanmaterial. Fenomenet belyser hur monstruöst och erotiskt i kulturen allt oftare glider samman, en trend som har rötter i konsthistoria och psykoanalys.
Veteran Hong Kong filmmaker Raymond Wong Pak-ming starts 5-month prison term for insider trading, awaiting High Court appeal, after making unlawful gains through shares of Transmit Entertainment.
Al and Ramona Nicolau travel 530 miles from Aberdeen to Lowestoft, Suffolk, four times a year for their autistic son Alex to get his hair cut at Blade Inclusive Salon. The salon, owned by Caroline Parnis, specializes in haircuts for neurodivergent clients, offering a sensory room that has made a significant difference for Alex and other clients who previously had traumatic experiences.
Al and Ramona Nicolau travel 530 miles from Aberdeen to Lowestoft, Suffolk, four times a year for their autistic son Alex to get his hair cut at Blade Inclusive Salon. The salon, owned by Caroline Parnis, specializes in haircuts for neurodivergent clients, offering a sensory room and a trusting environment that has transformed Alex's experience from dread to enjoyment.
Western Australia's auditor-general has warned that child and teen mental health reforms risk failure due to a lack of leadership and a credible plan from the Mental Health Commission. Promised in 2022 after a teen's suicide, only one of 32 recommendations has been completed.
Der Boxkampf zwischen Henry Maske und Graciano Rocchigiani 1995 wurde zum Symbol für die gespaltene deutsche Identität nach dem Mauerfall. Rocchigiani provozierte mit "Hau dem Ossie auf die Schnauze", Maske reagierte zurückhaltend. Der Kampf in Dortmund entwickelte politische Brisanz, da er die Spannungen zwischen Ost und West widerspiegelte.
Nordrhein-Westfalen erwartet eine Hitzewelle mit Temperaturen bis 33 Grad und steigender Gewittergefahr. Der DWD prognostiziert für Donnerstag und Freitag schwülheiße Bedingungen mit möglichen Unwettern.
