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Parents threaten court action over school places

Education - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:53
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”

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:47
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:27
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:18
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 10:54
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 10:10
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 10:06
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 09:36
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 09:12
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 08:32
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 08:28
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 08:11
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 08:01
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?

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 06:59
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?

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 06:56
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 06:31
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 05:17
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

Around The Globe - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 04:23
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

Education - Thu, 04/10/2025 - 01:06
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

Around The Globe - Wed, 04/09/2025 - 23:00
Barcelona set sights on Champions League progress with 4-0 home win in quarterfinal first leg against Borussia Dortmund.

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