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Hamas reaffirms readiness for Gaza deal following Trump remarks

CAIRO: Hamas reiterated on Wednesday that it is ready for a comprehensive Gaza deal through which all Israeli hostages are released in exchange for the release of an agreed upon number of Palestinian prisoners. The group’s remarks came shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump called on Hamas to release all 20 hostages. Israeli Prime Minister… Continue reading

Yemen Houthis say UN immunities should not shield espionage activities

SANA: Yemen’s Houthi-run Foreign Ministry declared that United Nations officials’ legal immunities must not protect espionage activities. This statement follows the detention of at least 18 United Nations personnel in the capital city by Houthi forces. The United Nations confirmed on Sunday that Houthi rebels raided its premises in Sanaa and detained staff members. United… Continue reading

Yemen Houthis say UN immunities should not shield espionage activities

Ecuador judge orders pre-trial detention in candidate murder plot

QUITO: An Ecuadorian judge has ordered pre-trial detention for two men accused of masterminding the 2023 assassination of anti-corruption presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio. The same ruling also requires a former government minister and another suspect, both currently in the United States, to report periodically to an Ecuadorian consulate. Villavicencio was the most prominent victim of… Continue reading

Ecuador judge orders pre-trial detention in candidate murder plot

US and Mexico pledge closer security ties amid sovereignty concerns

MEXICO CITY: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that security cooperation with Mexico was closer than it had ever been, during a visit to the country as the Trump administration pursues a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration and drug cartels. The two countries vowed to work together against organized crime groups, several… Continue reading

US and Mexico pledge closer security ties amid sovereignty concerns

US judge rules Trump unlawfully cancelled Harvard research grants

BOSTON: A federal judge on Wednesday ruled that U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration unlawfully terminated about $2.2 billion in grants awarded to Harvard University and can no longer cut off research funding to the prestigious Ivy League school. The decision by U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston marked a major legal victory for Harvard… Continue reading

US judge rules Trump unlawfully cancelled Harvard research grants

Trump criticises China for WWII speech, praises parade

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that China’s “beautiful ceremony” marking the end of World War Two should have highlighted the role that the U.S. played in Japan’s defeat. “I thought it was a beautiful ceremony. I thought it was very, very impressive,“ Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, hours after he suggested… Continue reading

Argentina recovers Nazi-stolen painting after 80 years in major art find

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina officials on Wednesday announced they had recovered a painting stolen decades ago by the Nazis following days of international intrigue and raids to track down the work of art after it was spotted in a real estate photo. The portrait of Contessa Colleoni by Italian artist Giuseppe Ghislandi was displayed in a… Continue reading

Pfizer and Moderna defend Covid vaccine effectiveness after Trump remarks

PFIZER and Moderna on Wednesday defended their Covid-19 vaccines as having saved millions of lives worldwide, in separate responses to U.S. President Donald Trump’s demand that pharmaceutical companies should justify the success of their pandemic drugs. In a post on Truth Social, Trump asserted that he has seen “extraordinary” data from companies such as Pfizer,… Continue reading

Instagram launches dedicated iPad app with Reels focus to rival TikTok

INSTAGRAM launched a dedicated iPad application on Wednesday, placing its short-form video feature Reels at the center of the redesigned interface as parent company Meta intensifies competition with TikTok. The app addresses longstanding complaints about Instagram’s iPad experience, which previously required using a scaled-up iPhone version with blurry visuals and missing features. The new app,… Continue reading

15 dead in Lisbon’s Gloria funicular crash, 18 injured

LISBON: At least 15 people died and 18 were injured on Wednesday when Lisbon’s Gloria funicular railway car, which is popular with tourists and is one of the city’s symbols, derailed and crashed, an emergency medical service spokesperson told reporters. Authorities did not identify the victims or disclose their nationalities, but said some foreign nationals… Continue reading

Epstein victims urge US Congress to pass transparency bill for documents

WASHINGTON: Victims of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein demanded on Wednesday that the U.S. Congress pass legislation forcing the release of all unclassified records related to the disgraced financier held by President Donald Trump’s administration. “This is about ending secrecy wherever abuse of power takes root,“ said Anouska De Georgiou, a former model and actress… Continue reading

Maine mass shooting survivors sue US Army over negligence claims

CHICAGO: A group of more than 100 survivors and families of victims killed in the 2023 mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, sued the U.S. government over claims it failed to respond to repeated warning signs that the shooter, an Army reservist, could become violent. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday,… Continue reading

Indonesia fires officer over bystander death amid widespread protests

JAKARTA: Indonesian authorities seeking to quell nationwide anti-government protests on Wednesday fired a police officer involved in the death of a bystander during unrest in Jakarta last week. Led by students, workers and rights groups, protests since last week over police violence and state spending priorities have spread round the world’s third-largest democracy after a… Continue reading

Italian court delays Nord Stream suspect extradition hearing to September 9

ROME: An Italian appeals court reviewed Germany’s extradition request for a Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating attacks on three Nord Stream gas pipelines but postponed the hearing until September 9. The 49-year-old suspect identified only as Serhii K under German privacy laws was arrested last month near the Italian coastal town of Rimini on a… Continue reading

US defence chief vows more military strikes against cartels after Venezuela hit

WASHINGTON: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that military operations against cartels would continue, setting the stage for a sustained military campaign in Latin America even as basic questions about a deadly strike against a vessel from Venezuela remained unanswered. The U.S. military killed 11 people on Tuesday in a strike on a… Continue reading

US threatens tariffs on countries backing UN ship fuel emissions deal

LONDON: The United States has instructed countries to reject a United Nations marine fuel emissions-cutting agreement or face tariffs, visa restrictions, and port levies. American and European officials confirmed that the Trump administration aims to boost US economic influence by expanding its role in global shipping. Washington withdrew from UN International Maritime Organization talks in… Continue reading

Ketamine Queen pleads guilty in Matthew Perry’s drug death case

LOS ANGELES: The Los Angeles drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen” pleaded guilty on Wednesday to charges that she supplied the dose of the powerful prescription anesthetic that killed “Friends” star Matthew Perry. Jasveen Sangha, 42, who admitted operating her North Hollywood home as a “stash house” for illegal narcotics, pleaded guilty in U.S.… Continue reading

Florida to end all state vaccine mandates including for school children

FLORIDA plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for children to attend schools, the state’s surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, announced on Wednesday, likening the requirements to “slavery.” The announcement was quickly condemned by public health experts, who warned the move could trigger severe outbreaks among children, tourists and those with compromised immune systems. Ladapo,… Continue reading

Trump warns US may unwind trade deals if tariff case lost

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States might have to “unwind” trade deals it has clinched with the European Union, Japan and South Korea, among others, if it loses a Supreme Court case on the legality of tariffs. Trump, speaking to reporters at the start of a meeting with Polish President Karol… Continue reading

Czech PM warns rival Babiš would cooperate with extremists in election

PRAGUE: Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala warned supporters that his main election opponent Andrej Babiš would threaten the country’s democracy and European position by cooperating with extremist parties. Fiala’s SPOLU centre-right coalition faces a difficult battle against Babiš’s ANO party in the October 3-4 parliamentary election. Opinion polls show ANO leading with over 30% support,… Continue reading

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen amid ongoing Houthi attacks

JERUSALEM: The Israeli military confirmed on Wednesday that it successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen which triggered warning sirens across multiple Israeli regions. Houthi forces controlling most of Yemen have consistently targeted Israel and Red Sea shipping routes since Israel’s Gaza war began in October 2023, significantly disrupting global trade patterns. Most of the… Continue reading

Trump considers sending US troops to New Orleans to fight crime

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he may send federal troops to Louisiana to combat crime, following similar actions in Washington. Trump, speaking to reporters at the start of a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, said his administration was determining whether to send troops to Chicago or “a place like New Orleans.”… Continue reading

Trump plans to speak with Putin in coming days about Ukraine war

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the coming days regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump stated he intends to discuss potential measures to halt the conflict during their upcoming conversation. The president revealed these plans after his highly publicised meeting with Putin in Alaska last… Continue reading

Zelenskiy urges allies for more pressure on Russia amid new air strikes

KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for increased international pressure on Moscow during his visit to European allies seeking security guarantees for Kyiv. Russia launched a massive air attack using more than 500 drones and dozens of missiles that struck energy and transport infrastructure at 14 locations across Ukraine. At least nine people were… Continue reading

Trump to discuss trade with Polish President Nawrocki at White House

WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump confirmed he will discuss trade and other bilateral matters with Polish President Karol Nawrocki during their White House meeting. Trump welcomed his Polish counterpart, a fellow conservative nationalist, for his second Oval Office visit and first since assuming office in early August. The American president praised Nawrocki’s performance, stating… Continue reading

Guyana’s PPP leads partial election tally with new WIN party second

GEORGETOWN: Guyana’s ruling People’s Progressive Party has secured 123,923 votes in partial general election results, winning five out of ten districts according to election commission figures. Official tallies for four additional districts remain pending, but these numbers indicate positive momentum for President Irfaan Ali’s re-election bid. The partial results revealed a significant political shift with… Continue reading

Trump meets Poland’s Nawrocki at White House to discuss Ukraine war

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump told Polish President Karol Nawrocki that the U.S. will “help Poland protect itself” as he met on Wednesday with the conservative nationalist he had backed in Polish elections, where they are also expected to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine and energy security. Sat alongside Nawrocki in the Oval Office, Trump… Continue reading

Nigel Farage criticises UK government on free speech in US hearing

LONDON/WASHINGTON: Nigel Farage, leader of the populist Reform UK party, took aim at what he called Britain’s “awful authoritarian situation” on Wednesday, urging Washington to persuade the government to put an end to what he described as a clampdown on free speech. Giving evidence to the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee, Farage stepped… Continue reading

Trump considers sending US troops to New Orleans to fight crime

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump announced he is considering sending federal troops to Louisiana to address rising crime rates. Speaking to reporters before a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, Trump confirmed his administration is evaluating whether to deploy forces to Chicago or New Orleans. “We’re going to be going to, maybe Louisiana, and you have… Continue reading

Trump defends US strike on Venezuelan boat allegedly carrying drugs

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump defended a United States military strike on a Venezuelan boat he alleged was transporting illegal narcotics. Trump confirmed the operation during a press briefing in the Oval Office alongside visiting Polish President Karol Nawrocki on Wednesday. He stated the targeted vessel carried massive quantities of drugs but offered limited operational specifics.… Continue reading

Putin offers Ukraine talks in Moscow or warns of military force

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has presented Ukraine with a stark choice between negotiated peace talks in Moscow or continued military confrontation. Putin stated he would prefer to resolve the conflict through diplomatic means if common sense prevails among Ukrainian leadership. He specifically suggested that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy should come to Moscow if he… Continue reading

UN nuclear chief urges Iran to agree on inspections deal soon

VIENNA: The United Nations nuclear watchdog chief is pressing Iran to reach an agreement on resuming inspections of its nuclear facilities as early as this week. International Atomic Energy Agency director general Rafael Grossi stated that talks with Tehran cannot continue indefinitely and require a prompt resolution. Iran has suspended cooperation with the IAEA since… Continue reading

Singapore orders Meta to crack down on government impersonator scams

SINGAPORE: Singapore authorities will issue a formal order requiring Meta to implement measures against scammers impersonating government officials on its Facebook platform. Minister of State for Home Affairs Goh Pei Ming announced the directive during an anti-scam conference, warning of potential fines reaching S$1 million if the tech giant fails to comply effectively. Government official… Continue reading

Russian drone attack cuts power for 30,000 in Ukraine’s Chernigiv

KYIV: Russian forces launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine using over 500 drones and missiles primarily targeting western regions. The attack resulted in significant power outages and damage to civilian infrastructure across multiple locations. Air defence systems actively engaged Russian drones over Kyiv during the barrage as explosions echoed throughout the capital. This offensive… Continue reading

Greek wildlife suffers climate change impact with rising animal casualties

ATHENS: A severely burned tortoise struggles in an Athens animal clinic despite heavy painkillers, becoming another victim of climate change devastating Greece’s wildlife. Veterinarian Grigorios Markakis described how volunteers found the tortoise depressed and gasping from smoke inhalation when they brought it to the clinic. He explained that even with current improvement, the prognosis remains… Continue reading

China displays advanced military hardware in Beijing parade marking WWII victory

BEIJING: China unveiled its latest military advancements including underwater drones, intercontinental ballistic missiles, and laser weapons during a major parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of its World War II victory over Japan. President Xi Jinping declared China “unstoppable” in a speech preceding the display of military hardware that rolled through Tiananmen Square before cheering crowds… Continue reading

Russia seeks international recognition for occupied Ukraine territories

MOSCOW: Russia continues to demand international recognition of Ukrainian territories occupied by its forces as part of any peace agreement. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that lasting peace requires formal acceptance of what Moscow calls new territorial realities under international law. Ukraine maintains it will never accept Russian control over any of its land and… Continue reading

Gunmen kill six civilians in Pakistan’s volatile Kurram border region

PESHAWAR: Gunmen opened fire on a vehicle in Pakistan’s volatile northwestern border region on Wednesday, killing six civilians according to local authorities. The attack occurred in Kurram district along the Afghanistan border, where sectarian violence has recently flared between Sunni and Shia communities. Local administrative official Amir Nawaz Khan confirmed that armed men targeted a… Continue reading

Xi Jinping declares China unstoppable at World War II parade

BEIJING: President Xi Jinping declared China “unstoppable” while flanked by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a major military parade in the Chinese capital. The three leaders stood together on a red carpet by Tiananmen Square during an event marking 80 years since the end of World War II,… Continue reading

Putin praises North Korean troops in Russia during Beijing meeting

BEIJING: Russian President Vladimir Putin personally thanked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for deploying special forces to help liberate the Kursk region from Ukrainian soldiers. Putin praised their countries’ deepening “trust and friendship” during their meeting in Beijing, acknowledging that sending troops was Kim’s personal initiative. North Korea has emerged as one of Russia’s… Continue reading

China records hottest summer in 2025 with 22.31C average temperature

BEIJING: China endured its hottest summer on record in 2025 according to official meteorological data released this week. The China Meteorological Administration confirmed the national average temperature reached 22.31C from June to August, surpassing previous records dating back to 1961. Heatwaves persistently scorched southern regions while Beijing experienced temperatures nearing 40C during June. Authorities issued… Continue reading

Thailand’s acting government moves to dissolve parliament amid crisis

BANGKOK: Thailand’s acting prime minister has moved to dissolve parliament after the largest opposition group backed a rival candidate to lead the country. The potentially legally fraught decision could see the kingdom hold fresh elections before year’s end, just two years after the last polls in May 2023. A power vacuum has consumed Thailand’s top… Continue reading

Kim Jong Un’s daughter makes international debut on Beijing trip

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has travelled to Beijing with his daughter and possible heir Kim Ju Ae to attend a major military parade. This marks the first known international appearance for the teenager who has previously attended multiple North Korean weapons tests with her father. Analysts view this development as a clear… Continue reading

UN condemns Israeli drone attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon

BEIRUT: The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has condemned an Israeli drone attack that dropped four grenades near its peacekeepers. UNIFIL described Wednesday’s incident as one of the most serious attacks on its personnel since last November’s ceasefire agreement. Israeli drones targeted areas close to peacekeepers who were clearing roadblocks near a UN position… Continue reading

Three killed in rare stabbing at Seoul pizza restaurant

SEOUL: A man stabbed three people to death at a pizza restaurant in Seoul on Wednesday in a rare violent attack in the normally safe South Korean capital. Police confirmed the attack in Seoul’s Gwanak district was carried out by the restaurant’s owner following a dispute with contractors. Authorities responded around 11:00 am local time… Continue reading

China records hottest summer in 2025 with 22.31C average temperature

BEIJING: China has officially recorded its hottest summer on record during 2025 according to the national meteorological authority. The China Meteorological Administration announced that large parts of the country experienced intense heat from June through August this year. National average temperatures reached 22.31 degrees Celsius during this period, marking the hottest summer in China’s recorded… Continue reading