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Who is Claudia Sheinbaum, the frontrunner in Mexico’s presidential race?

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:59
Long tied to outgoing President Lopez Obrador, Sheinbaum has emerged as a dominant political force in June's election.

Brazil withdraws ambassador to Israel after Gaza war criticism

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:55
The move by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva comes after months of tensions caused by Israel’s assault on Gaza.

Now or Never

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:30
As the planet tips towards a point of no return, we look at how youth across the world are demanding climate action now.

New volcanic eruption near Iceland’s town of Grindavik

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:30
The eruption was the fifth to occur on Reykjanes peninsula since December.

Usyk set for Fury heavyweight boxing rematch in December

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:27
The rematch between undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is set for Saudi Arabia in December.

The recognition of Palestine is undermined by support for harmful policies

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 17:05
Ireland, Norway and Spain's recognition of Palestinian statehood does not mean they defend Palestine's best interest.

Open letter by Gaza academics and university administrators to the world

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 16:54
We call on our supporters to help us resist the Israeli campaign of scholasticide and rebuild our universities.

Jury begins deliberations in Trump criminal hush-money trial

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 16:48
Trump has been charged with 34 felony courts of falsifying business records to pay adult-film actress Stormy Daniels.

Sweden announces $1.23bn military aid for Ukraine as Blinken visits Moldova

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 15:36
Stockholm makes pledge as Washington and Brussels push to raise support in the third year of Russia-Ukraine war.

Australia relying on experience to win ICC T20 World Cup 2024

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 15:23
Can the Australian squad's familiarity and experience of soaking up pressure help Marsh's men win the T20 World Cup?

Photos: South Africans vote in a pivotal election

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 14:55
For the first time in 30 years, South Africa’s governing party the African National Congress faces election worries.

Nikki Haley writes ‘Finish Them!’ on Israeli bomb bound for Gaza

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 14:25
'Finish Them!’ was the message former US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley wrote on Israeli missiles intended for Gaza.

Colombia lawmakers pass bullfighting ban

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 14:20
Blood sport a ‘symbol of identity’ for many, but was losing spectators in recent years amid animal welfare concerns.

Are we witnessing Nakba 2.0 in Gaza?

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 14:00
With record numbers of Palestinians displaced again in Gaza, a growing movement online is asking: Is this Nakba 2.0?

What is ‘All eyes on Rafah’? Decoding a viral social trend on Israel’s war

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 13:45
An AI-generated image with the text 'All eyes on Rafah' has been re-shared more than 40 million times.

Is Israel acting like the ICC is ‘only for Africa and thugs like Putin’?

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 13:29
Two recent legal judgements from international courts could potentially undermine support for Israel.

Frontrunner Labour bars race row MP from UK election run

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:45
Diane Abbott says Labour will not allow her to run in July election despite party reinstatement.

Video: Maternity hospital in Rafah damaged in Israeli attack

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:07
Israeli strikes have damaged a maternity hospital in Rafah and caused injuries to those nearby.

Hundreds of Georgian NGOs pledge to defy ‘foreign influence’ law

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:05
The NGOs say they're ready to pay penalties under 'the Russian law ... which nobody will obey'.

The race for clean energy is gathering speed but who will win?

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:00
The technology to build green economies is mainly produced in China. The US and EU are trying to catch up.

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