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Rwandan-backed M23 rebels declare ceasefire in DRC

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 08:20
The M23 armed group said it will pause its advance across DR Congo for humanitarian reasons.

‘Criminalised for politics’: Rohingya caught in Delhi election crossfire

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 08:15
AAP and challenger BJP 'outdo' each other in attacking mainly Muslim refugees to consolidate votes in February 5 polls.

Ex-education minister facing Cardiff Uni lay off

Education - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 08:10
Leighton Andrews speaks of his anger after the institution announced plans to slash hundreds of jobs.

China retaliates with tariffs on US goods after Trump’s move

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 07:22
China will impose tariffs of 15 percent on imports of coal and LNG from the US in retaliation for 10 percent levy.

OpenAI chief Altman inks deal with S Korea’s Kakao after DeepSeek upset

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 06:54
Partnership will allow South Korean tech firm to use ChatGPT for its artificial intelligence services.

Trump to withdraw US from UN Rights Council, extend UNRWA funds ban: Report

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 05:49
The US president is expected to sign the orders cutting ties with the UN agencies as Netanyahu visits the White House.

Elon Musk tightens grip on gov’t, sparking ‘coup’ accusations

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 05:20
Tech billionaire has upended the federal bureaucracy in the two weeks since US President Donald Trump took office.

Advocates warn Trump’s threat to deport pro-Palestine students harms all

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 04:52
Critics say Trump's attempt to combat anti-Semitism on campus \ promotes fear and repression among immigrants.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,076

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 04:48
Here are the key developments on the 1,076th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Petro vs Trump: The diplomatic standoff that could shape Colombia’s future

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 02:41
The clash between Gustavo Petro and Donald Trump over deportations could have major political and economic consequences.

‘We will not stand idly’: Rights groups file suit against Trump asylum ban

Around The Globe - Tue, 02/04/2025 - 01:03
The move is the latest challenge to Trump's hardline immigration policies, arguing that barring asylum violates US law.

Gaza authorities plead for tents, accuse Israel of obstructing aid

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 23:58
Government Media Office says securing temporary shelters is the 'most pressing' humanitarian need in Gaza.

Echoing Trump, Ecuador announces 27-percent tariffs on Mexican goods

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 23:39
President Daniel Noboa also ordered a greater military presence at local ports due to 'destabilisation' by armed groups.

Trump delays Canada tariffs, but anger and calls to rethink US ties persist

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 23:32
Canada faces calls to reduce its 'dependence' on the US amid threats by President Donald Trump to impose stiff tariffs.

Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform Party leads in UK poll for first time

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 22:34
If a general election were held tomorrow, 25 percent of British voters would choose Reform, YouGov poll suggests.

Trump orders creation of sovereign wealth fund, says it could buy TikTok

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 21:29
Investors were surprised by the news because the US runs a deficit and doesn't have the finances needed for such a fund.

US Secretary of State Rubio says he has become ‘acting director’ of USAID

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 21:06
The Trump administration has sought to rein in US assistance abroad, with his advisers warning USAID could be closed.

What’s behind surge in Israeli attacks on Palestinian homes in West Bank?

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 21:03
Israeli PM Netanyahu reiterates pledge to 'redraw' the Middle East as he arrives in the US for talks with Trump.

Israeli military truck rams vendor’s cart in Tulkarem

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 20:21
Video shows an Israeli military truck ramming into a Palestinian vendor’s cart in Tulkarem, occupied West Bank.

NATO chief says European defence without US ‘will not work’

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/03/2025 - 20:17
Mark Rutte says trade tensions under Trump will not affect NATO's deterrence, stressing unity in military alliance.

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