At least 60 dead after gold mine collapses in Sudan
The Al-Zaraa mine is near El-Nahud in Sudan’s West Kordofan region. The mine began to collapse on Tuesday after tunnels were dug very close together
World News Hub
Live headlines from trusted global sources. Click any story to open it on the original website.
Top headlines
Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for serving dessert topped with ants
Prosecutors sought jail term for chief executive of Evett after insects not approved for consumption were on menuA South Korean court has fined the operator of one of Seoul’s most celebrated restaurants and its chief executive for serving a dessert topped with ants, an insect not approved for consumption under local food safety law.The operator of Evett, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in the afflu...
At least 12 dead and dozens missing after building collapse in Gaza City
A deadly building collapse has killed at least 12 people in Gaza City on 16 September, according to Shifa Hospital, after a multi-storey building housing displaced families came down.
Von der Leyen's heatwave plan comes as Europe runs out of time to adapt
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a European Heatwave Plan to anticipate intense heatwaves expected to return next summer. A new Climate Insurance Alliance was also unveiled as the EU struggles to close the financing gap needed to address climate adaptation and mitigation.
Tajikistan looks to a new chapter after 35 years of independence
As Tajikistan marks 35 years of independence, the country looks towards a future shaped by peacebuilding, water security, technology and sustainable development.
More headlines
NBC helicopter crashes in LA, killing at least three
NBC helicopter crashes in LA, killing at least three
Bitcoin drops after US Senate blocks landmark crypto bill
Bitcoin has fallen almost 4% over the past 24 hours to below $76,000 after the US Senate blocked the CLARITY Act late on Tuesday, derailing more than a year of bipartisan negotiations and leaving the crypto industry without the federal rulebook it has spent years pursuing.
New report reveals prevalence of physical and sexual violence in US
Study finds more than half of US adults have experienced physical violence and nearly half sexual violenceIn their lifetime, more than half of US adults have experienced physical violence – and nearly half have experienced sexual violence, according to a startling new national study.The study, led by researchers from Tulane University’s Newcomb Institute and the University of California, San Diego...
Iranian security forces coordinated killing, torture and sexual abuse of protesters, says Amnesty
Leaked documents and testimony reveal extent of regime’s crackdown in 2022 and how it paved the way for more brutal killings of protesters this yearIranian security forces “coordinated” the killing, torture and sexual abuse of hundreds of people who took part in the women-led nationwide protests in September 2022, according to leaked state documents and interviews.Tens of thousands of people, incl...
Company behind failed Surrey oilfield project sells site at massive loss
New owners apply for permission to extract oil in Horse Hill despite landmark ruling from supreme court in 2024After years of trying to dig for oil in Surrey, the company behind the drilling project that was turned down in a landmark supreme court ruling has sold off the site for a fraction of the money it spent on it, and rebranded as a clean energy company.Meanwhile, the new owners, who picked u...
Sweden’s long election night ends without answers – but caution on China seems certain
Sweden found itself in political uncertainty this week, as its parliamentary election on Sunday turned out to be extremely tight. With 95 per cent of the votes counted, the opposition left-wing bloc holds a three-seat lead over the governing right-wing bloc, with final results expected on Thursday. I’ve been to multiple election night parties across Europe as a journalist. The one on Sunday night ...
10 dead, dozens missing after war-damaged apartment block collapses in Gaza
A devastating incident occurred overnight in Gaza City, where a six-storey apartment building crumbled, leaving at least ten Palestinians, including young children, dead. The aftermath has led to fears that numerous individuals may still be trapped beneath the debris. Rescue teams are actively searching for survivors and recovering bodies, amid reports that the building had been weakened by earlie...
Los Angeles: News helicopter crashes, killing three
An NBC News helicopter covering a deadly bus collision crashed in Los Angeles on Tuesday, killing three people and sending two others to hospital. Aerial footage showed the wreckage engulfed in flames near a storage facility, with firefighters extinguishing fires that spread to vehicles and storage containers.
Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings
The US president has pushed the issue to the forefront of American politics - even at the risk of losing supporters.
‘It’s how Jean does business’: fugitive developer left Jeremy Greenwood ‘high and dry’, Icac hears
Greenwood denies that invoices for almost $1m sent in a single day in September 2021 were ‘bogus accounts’ to cover up political donationsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Liberal factional figure has been left “high and dry” by fugitive property developer, Jean Nassif, but did not chase him for payments because “it’s...
Illinois cornfield transformed into a prairie with 134 species of plants
A 15-year prairie restoration project in Illinois shows significant plant establishment. Seventy percent of planted species were recorded, and many native plants also appeared. Active management, including prescribed burns and weed control, shaped the prairie's development. Different habitats supported varying species success rates over the years. This restoration highlights the resilience and...
European Union opens door for Canada to become first associate member
Commission president says partnership will create ‘common prosperity’ based on shared democratic valuesEurope live – latest updatesThe European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, told the Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for his country to become the EU’s first associate member.The overture comes as Trump’s tariffs and repeated talk of mak...
Von der Leyen opens door for Canada to become EU’s first associate member
Commission president says partnership will create ‘common prosperity’ based on shared democratic valuesEurope live – latest updatesThe European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, told the Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for his country to become the EU’s first associate member.The overture comes as Trump’s tariffs and repeated talk of mak...
Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
The Houthis deny targeting the Islamic holy city after the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen accuses them of a "disgraceful act".
Ancient British farming craft returns as 2,500 farmers revive 1,300km of hedgerows for wildlife, floods
Farmers are witnessing a renaissance in ancient hedge laying techniques, breathing new life into this traditional practice. By leveraging government grants, these farmers are restoring mature hedgerows, which not only aid in flooding prevention but also significantly enhance biodiversity. This revived method serves as a crucial ally in capturing atmospheric carbon, thereby benefiting both the envi...
Hong Kong must prepare for the impact of heat-related work stoppages
At the beginning of August, when temperatures in Hong Kong hit highs not seen for at least 140 years, the Labour Department’s Heat Stress at Work Warning system remained at the amber level, the lowest of three tiers. The controversy that followed raised a broader question: are our heat warnings adequately protecting people who work outdoors? The Labour Department has since announced changes that w...
Since 2020, New Orleans project has turned bottles into sand; 12M pounds of glass diverted
In a groundbreaking initiative in New Orleans, discarded glass bottles are being turned into sand for coastal restoration. Known as Glass Half Full, this program has successfully redirected millions of pounds of glass from local landfills. Current research is examining the positive impact of this recycled glass sand on the growth and durability of wetland vegetation, providing a creative solution ...
Teen cancer survivor’s LEGO drive donates 573 mini-figures and raises $2,575 for his hospital
Cancer survivor Alexander Ackles-Dold reminisces about the compassion he received during his childhood hospital stays. In a heartfelt initiative, he spearheads a LEGO donation drive for the pediatric oncology clinic in Southlake. The project has amassed hundreds of LEGO figures and raised considerable funds, striving to offer young patients an engaging escape during their treatments. The Ackles-Do...
Canada could become first ‘associate member’ of the EU, von der Leyen suggests – Europe live
European Commission president says the EU wants to ‘move the partnership with Canada to the highest level possible’Von der Leyen says “kickstarting Europe’s economy is our number one priority,” as Europe needs to tap into its huge market, world class industries and services.She says its single market remains too fragmented and needs to reform further, with the aim of completing it by the end of ne...
The 50 Best Hotels 2026: Rosewood Hong Kong named No.1 as 21 European hotels included in ranking
The top rated property on the continent is Lake Como’s Passalacqua, coming in fifth overall on The 50 Best Hotels 2026 list.
Kosovo's former president jailed for 25 years over war crimes
Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci has been jailed for 25 years after being found criminally responsible for war crimes following a trial in The Hague.
They spent $300,000. Now they’re asked to give up 44 acres
Tyler Chambers embarked on an ambitious journey to construct his dream home in Washington. Investing nearly $300,000 into regulatory requirements and necessary studies, he was soon met with neighbor complaints that triggered additional demands. These included extensive environmental assessments and a permanent conservation deed restriction on two-thirds of his land. Undeterred by the financial and...
Five killed in Russian drone strike on bus in southern Ukraine
The United Nations says civilian deaths in Ukraine are running at their highest level since the first months of the war.
Five killed in Russian drone strike on Ukrainian bus
The United Nations says civilian deaths in Ukraine are running at their highest level since the first months of the war.