US imposes sanctions on Turkish bank, prompting legal threat
US sanctions Turkish bank over alleged IRGC ties, accusing it of facilitating millions in transactions for Iran.
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Families of missing Ecuadorian fishermen allege US involvement
Families of eight Ecuadorian fishermen who vanished after reporting US surveillance at sea are demanding answers.
‘Wonderfully Swiss, slightly mad’: This IT guy swims to work while cleaning Zürich’s waterways
Swimming to work reveals ‘a surprisingly rich little urban ecosystem’ beneath Zürich.
US military says it struck 3 Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks
The US military said on Saturday it had struck and destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog to see how the day's events unfolded.
Middle East live: US military says it struck 3 Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks
The US military said on Saturday it had struck and destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
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Middle East live: US military says it struck 3 Iranian crude oil carriers
The US military said on Saturday it had struck three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Middle East live: Explosions of unknown origin heard near Iran's Kharg Island
A correspondent for the semi-official Fars news agency on Saturday reported hearing explosions of unknown origin near Iran's Kharg Island in the Gulf, a key oil terminal. The state-affiliated Nournews said there were unconfirmed reports from local sources that an Iranian tanker had been targeted by a missile fired by US forces. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Middle East live: Israeli strikes on south and east Lebanon kill three people
Israeli strikes in southern and eastern Lebanon late on Friday killed at least three people and wounded 23 more despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese health ministry said. The ministry said in a statement that strikes hit five locations in the southern Tyre and Nabatieh regions and the Beqaa region in the east. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.
Why are petrol and diesel so expensive despite crude oil not reaching record highs?
Pump prices could remain high in Europe, adding to inflationary pressure. The immediate problem is not just the supply or price of crude oil, but limited refining capacity, disrupted trade flows and shortages of finished fuels, particularly diesel.
Beekeepers warn of Asian hornet threat and call for UK awareness campaign
Experts say invasive species are creating ‘pollinator deserts’ and could have serious impact on food securityBritish beekeepers have called for a national awareness campaign about the impact of Asian hornets as they warned the invasive species was creating “pollinator deserts” and threatening food security.Native to south-east Asia, the yellow-legged hornet is thought to have arrived in Europe in ...
Malta off the beaten track: Discover the quieter and more authentic side of this busy island nation
If you want to beat the crowds in Malta, then skip the capital Valletta and head to Gozo, Mdina or one of the charming fishing villages.
Japan, US to advance cooperation on US$550 billion trade deal
Japan and the United States have confirmed they will advance cooperation on investing in strategic sectors and honour the other terms of a trade deal they reached last year, even though President Donald Trump’s tariff policies have changed significantly over time. “We reaffirmed that last year’s agreement remains unchanged,” Japan’s Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa told reporters in Wash...
Hong Kong’s leader outlines 3 key new growth drivers ahead of first 5-year plan
Hong Kong’s leader has identified financial services, innovation and technology, and education as three key new growth drivers ahead of the unveiling of the city’s inaugural five-year development blueprint and annual policy address. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Saturday that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan would outline broad strategies, set clear development directions and align with...
Hong Kong’s leader outlines 3 key new growth drivers before first five-year plan
Hong Kong’s leader has identified financial services, innovation and technology, and education as three key new growth drivers ahead of the unveiling of the city’s inaugural five-year development blueprint and annual policy address. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Saturday that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan would outline broad strategies, set clear development directions and align with...
Typhoon Saudel: days of flooding trigger fatal landslide in central China
At least one person was killed and 11 are missing after they were buried by a landslide in central China as the region continued to battle severe flooding caused by Typhoon Saudel. The landslide hit Gaoping, a town in a mountainous area of Jiangxi province, at around 4am on Saturday, according to state broadcaster CCTV. It said rescue teams were rushing to the disaster site. The accident followed ...
‘Mini-dictatorship’: students slam far-right turn at Argentina-run residence in Paris
Weeks before President Javier Milei visits France, scrutiny has grown around an Argentina-run university residence in Paris supposed to promote peaceful coexistence but which activists say instead restricts lodger freedoms and hosts European far-right figures. Paris city officials have demanded the foreign ministry investigate Argentina House, one of dozens of homes run by foreign nations or Frenc...
‘Mini-dictatorship’: Students slam far-right turn at Argentina-run residence in Paris
Weeks before President Javier Milei visits France, scrutiny has grown around an Argentina-run university residence in Paris supposed to promote peaceful coexistence but which activists say instead restricts lodger freedoms and hosts European far-right figures. Paris city officials have demanded the foreign ministry investigate Argentina House, one of dozens of homes run by foreign nations or Frenc...
Trump eyes Pentagon leadership changes as frustration over Iran war grows: Report
In light of ongoing leadership transitions within the Army, several candidates have emerged as potential successors to the former US Army Secretary. President Trump has been appraised of various options amidst growing tensions from the Iran conflict, though White House and Pentagon sources have refuted rumors regarding a review of the Deputy Secretary of War role. Pressure mounts as frustration es...
US warns of rising illnesses in Cuba amid worsening water, power crisis; embassy issues health alert
The US Embassy in Havana has raised alarms about rising intestinal illnesses in Cuba, attributing them to the deteriorating water and electricity systems on the island. Ongoing restrictions on fuel shipments from the US have intensified these power outages and sanitation issues. Both locals and visitors are advised to exercise caution regarding food safety and refrigeration practices. UN experts c...
Devil Flower Species Found: Fungi-fed Thai plant stuns botanists; fewer than 50 exist
In a remarkable botanical find, scientists have discovered Thismia daemona, a unique flowering plant in Thailand's Thong Pha Phum National Park. This intriguing species, devoid of leaves and green structures, primarily derives its nourishment from subterranean fungi. Its eerie, horn-like form has earned it the moniker 'devil flower' among researchers, marking a significant discovery in the study o...
‘I could not save the rest’: Hero nurse remembers Pakistan’s nursery fire
The PIMS nurse who saved one newborn recalls the fire, the screams and the 14 babies she could not save.
UN approves new map showing Africa’s true size
The UN General Assembly has backed a resolution to change to maps that more accurately show the true size of Africa.
Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?
Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.
‘Every girl now wants to be a boxer’: excitement in Katie Taylor’s home town for her valedictory bout
Irish boxer lauded for her tenacity and inspiration before her last fight in front of 80,000 people at Croke ParkWhen Katie Taylor steps into the ring on Saturday night to defend her titles and once again enthral Ireland, there will be a bittersweet tinge. After a singular career that pioneered women’s boxing, the super-lightweight champion and Olympic gold medallist is bowing out. She is 40 and i...
Taiwan’s opposition parties split over mayoral race, threatening 2028 election alliance
A rupture between Taiwan’s two opposition parties over a mayoral race threatens to spill into November’s elections and erode the fragile trust underpinning their potential 2028 alliance. The main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and smaller Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) have both registered candidates for mayor of Zhubei, the biggest city in Hsinchu county, after weeks of negotiations failed to produce a...
Blasts at Bolivian military base kill at least 10, injure dozens
Authorities say seven people are still missing after deadly explosions at a facility storing pyrotechnic material.
Malaysia declares emergency in Sarawak as haze from Indonesia worsens
Country implements state of emergency in Sarawak's Serian district after air pollution reaches 'hazardous' levels.
Did Israel’s destruction of Gaza worsen its water crisis?
Scientists say Israel’s destruction of Gaza’s sewage system may have worsened the Mediterranean's algae bloom crisis.
Bangladesh measles outbreak nears 1,000 child deaths as hospital wards overflow
Bangladesh’s deadliest measles outbreak in decades is nearing the grim milestone of 1,000 child deaths, as a devastating epidemic sweeps through the country and crowded hospital wards fill with struggling babies. Cries of sick children and the hiss of oxygen machines fill the air at Dhaka’s Shishu Hospital, where Rima Akter keeps a vigil beside her nine-month-old son. “Just an hour ago, a child di...
US man duct-taped to seat after attacking passenger mid-flight, racial abuse
An American Airlines flight traveling from Dallas to Newark had to make an unexpected stop in Baltimore due to a disruptive passenger. The individual reportedly attacked another traveler and directed racial insults toward a flight attendant. Thanks to the quick actions of retired law enforcement officer Juan Mejia and a vigilant flight attendant, the passenger was subdued using zip ties and duct t...