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Pope Leo XIV ‘deeply saddened’ by Gaza, calls for aid and a ceasefire

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 13:03
In his first Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV has appealed to world powers for ‘no more war.'

Iran says nuclear enrichment ‘non-negotiable’ before US talks in Oman

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 12:30
Foreign minister says civilian enrichment cannot be subjected to any deal as Tehran and Washington set to hold talks.

Trump offers to work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir ‘solution’

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 12:29
US president offers to mediate between nuclear-armed neighbours days after his administration helps broker a ceasefire.

Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia’s Mogadishu, killing seven

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 12:01
Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.

Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk says she will continue to pursue her case

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 10:43
Student freed from US detention after writing Gaza opinion piece says she has 'faith in American system of justice'.

Bangladesh bans activities of Awami League, the party of ousted PM Hasina

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 10:17
The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters and establish national unity.

Week in Pictures: From India-Pakistan fighting to V-E Day anniversary

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:58
A roundup of some of last week’s events.

Resistance and extractivism: Inside Carrara, Italy’s home of white marble

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:41
In a place where natural beauty and industrial extraction collide, people are fighting for a town threatened by decline.

The race for rare earths

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:39
The struggle to obtain rare earth elements is fast becoming a national security issue.

Edwards, Timberwolves overcome Warriors in Game 3 to take 2-1 series lead

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:27
Anthony Edwards leads a late rally as the Minnesota Timberwolves surge past Golden State Warriors to win Game 3.

Freed Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk thanks supporters after her release

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:16
Turkish PhD student Rumeysa Ozturk has been released six weeks after she was held in an immigration detention centre.

India and Pakistan are “keen to avoid further escalation”

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:16
“Both India and Pakistan would not have wanted this to escalate."

‘Difficult ceasefire’: Guns silent, but will the India-Pakistan truce hold?

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 09:13
While residents along India's border areas remain on the edge, experts say the fragile peace does not promise much.

Albania votes in general elections as PM Edi Rama seeks a fourth term

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 08:49
A weary electorate votes in parliamentary elections after campaign dominated by EU hopes and political corruption.

At least 21 die in Sri Lanka after bus carrying pilgrims veers off cliff

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 08:48
The accident takes place near the town of Kotmale, about 140km (86 miles) east of Colombo.

UFC 315: Della Maddalena defeats Muhammad in welterweight title fight

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 08:29
Jack Della Maddalena upsets Belal Muhammad by unanimous decision to win welterweight title at UFC 315 in Montreal.

Putin proposes direct Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul on May 15

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/11/2025 - 04:15
Offer comes after European leaders called for an unconditional 30-day truce to start on Monday.

Israel capitalises as Gaza fatigue sets in

Around The Globe - Sat, 05/10/2025 - 21:16
Israel eyes full Gaza occupation. Plus, justice plays out as primetime radio drama in Ghana.

Will the truce between India and Pakistan resolve differences over Kashmir?

Around The Globe - Sat, 05/10/2025 - 21:03
A ceasefire is agreed after four days of their most fierce military conflict in this century.

Israeli protesters in Tel Aviv demand an end to war on Gaza

Around The Globe - Sat, 05/10/2025 - 19:29
Thousands gather demanding an end to the war and the release of Israeli captives in Gaza.

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