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No new pope after papal conclave’s first round of voting
Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signalling that the papal conclave did not select a new pope.
US central bank: Trump tariffs causing ‘great deal of uncertainty’
US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that Donald Trump’s tariffs are creating “a great deal of uncertainty.”
Syria’s al-Sharaa confirms indirect talks with Israel amid soaring tensions
Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa says Syria holding indirect talks with Israel 'through mediators'.
Macron welcomes Syria’s al-Sharaa in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa to Paris.
US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, warns of higher unemployment
The central bank will hold steady amid economic uncertainty driven by tariffs.
Ford to raise prices on three cars produced in Mexico: Report
The increased price tag is a result of US President Donald Trump’s imposed tariffs on auto imports.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation
Friedrich Merz says a reset in relations is vital to help Europe overcome its security and economic 'challenges'.
‘Ant Gang’ smugglers sentenced in Kenya wildlife trafficking case
Two Belgian teens caught with 5,000 rare ants in Kenya were sentenced to 12 months in prison or a fine of $7,700.
Sistine Chapel doors closed as Vatican conclave begins
The papal conclave has begun as a Vatican offical declared ‘extra omnes’, signaling non-voters to exit the chapel.
Two-thirds of global warming caused by world’s richest 10%, study finds
Study authors argue progressive taxes on wealth and carbon-intensive investments could provide a solution.
‘I wish I could say that the worst is over’: Former Pakistani FM Bhutto
“I wish I could say that the worst is over," former Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari told Al Jazeera.
‘It’s not Europe bad, America good’: JD Vance returns to Munich meeting
In his third appearance with the Munich Security Conference, the US vice president sought to strike a conciliatory tone.
25 years of Putin: what can we expect next?
How has Russia’s leader maintained his longevity – and how has it shaped the world?
Why was a Gaza ‘Freedom Flotilla’ ship attacked?
Drones struck a Freedom Flotilla ship carrying aid bound for Gaza. Organisers believe Israel was behind the attack.
Palestinians turn plastic into diesel amid fuel shortage in Gaza
Amid Gaza’s worsening fuel crisis under the Israeli blockade, Palestinians are converting plastic into diesel.
Libyan authorities reject report they will take in US deportees
The Trump administration has sought agreements allowing it to send immigrants to third countries for detention.
Mali’s military government suspends political parties’ activities
Decree signed by General Goita suspends activities 'until further notice', citing 'reasons of public order'.
Between borders and bombs, I lost my mum: A daughter’s tribute from Gaza
As Israel continues to bomb Gaza, Maram Humaid writes about never getting the chance to say goodbye to her mother.
Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test cricket
The India captain's announcement brings an end to the career of one of his country's best Test match batsmen.
Germany to reject undocumented migrants at border: Report
Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt plans to send up to 3,000 additional officers to Germany's borders, Bild reports.