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Parents threaten court action over school places
Some families are angry their children have only been offered school places on the mainland.
Trump’s “destructive” tariffs will make the US a “rogue nation”
Stephen Olson talks about the huge increase in tariffs Trump has placed on China.
Sudan’s RSF accused of ‘sickening’ sexual violence on women, girls: Report
Amnesty International documents 36 cases of women and girls as young as 15 subjected to many forms of sexual violence.
Ralph Wilde on the ICJ & why Israeli occupation must end
Ralph Wilde talks about the 2024 ruling by the ICJ that deems Israel’s occupation of the Palestinian territories illegal
China complains of ‘irresponsible remarks’ about its role in Ukraine war
Statement comes after Zelenskyy’s claims that Beijing is aware of Chinese recruits in Russia’s military.
China’s 84 percent retaliatory tariff on US goods takes effect
China pledges to 'follow through to the end' if the US insists on a trade war, but calls for dialogue based on respect.
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee Jae-myung enters presidential race
The frontrunner in opinion polls promises to resuscitate economy after political turmoil if he wins the June 3 vote.
Bombed-out Gaza university becomes shelter for displaced Palestinians
The Islamic University of Gaza turns into a shelter for hundreds of displaced families amid war and destruction.
Israeli forces arrest well-known Palestinian journalist in Nablus
Video shows more than a dozen Israeli soldiers arresting well-known Palestinian journalist Samer Khuwaira at his home
Video: Macron says France likely to recognise a Palestinian state
During a visit to Egypt, President Emmanuel Macron said France will move towards recognising a Palestinian state.
US academic free on bail in Thailand before trial over royal insult
Paul Chambers awaits trial on charges under Thailand's lese-majeste laws, which can lead to up to 15 years in prison.
Death toll hits 184 after nightclub roof collapse in Dominican Republic
Hope fades for survivors as search and rescue operation turns to recovery after nightclub tragedy in Santo Domingo.
Mapping which countries recognise Palestine in 2025
The State of Palestine is recognised as a sovereign nation by 147 countries, representing 75 percent of UN members.
India’s language war: Why is Hindi sparking a north-south divide?
A decades-old spat over alleged Hindi imposition in the southern state of Tamil Nadu has erupted again. Here's why.
‘Clear message’: Can Binance founder help Pakistan become a crypto power?
New crypto council marks shift in Pakistan’s digital finance policy but sceptics question if the country is ready.
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami win Champions Cup series against LAFC
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami pull off three-goal rally to top Los Angeles FC and make CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal.
Luka Doncic scores 45 as Lakers win against Mavericks
Emotional return for Luka Doncic and Mavericks fans in his first game at Dallas since being traded to the Lakers.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,141
These are the key events on day 1,141 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Leave school phone bans to head teachers, children's commissioner says
Dame Rachel de Souza says most schools restrict phone use and children are racking up screen time at home.
Barcelona hit Dortmund for four in Champions League quarterfinal
Barcelona set sights on Champions League progress with 4-0 home win in quarterfinal first leg against Borussia Dortmund.