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EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen says it's a new era for European security, one of rising hybrid threats. Meanwhile, the Spanish government is in disarray after a leaked report has revealed Morocco's involvement in the Ceuta crisis, and EU affairs ministers discuss the EU budget in Dublin.
Case is latest in string of post-Brexit deportations from country, which has been criticised for high refusal rate for British people to remainThe wife of a British man detained by police in Stockholm on Tuesday ahead of a threatened deportation has pleaded with Andy Burnham to get involved in the Brexit catastrophe unfolding for many British citizens in Sweden.Charles, who does not want to be ful...
Fighting escalated in the Middle East over the weekend after US airstrikes on Sunday targeted Iranian rocket launchers on the island of Larak. The exchange of fire was instigated by the US in retaliation against Iran’s new capabilities for firing mines from rockets into the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s use of rocket launchers to deploy sea mines into the strategic waterway would be unprecedented, but ...
A Hong Kong court on Thursday rejected the appeal brought by a 94-year-old Roman Catholic cardinal and four others over their convictions for failing to register a now-defunct fund that aimed to help people arrested in the anti-government protests in 2019
Some tourists previously reported missing in Nepal have made contact with authorities, officials said Wednesday
Russians have experienced a summer of turmoil because of the war in Ukraine
Carlos Queiroz quit the job after leading Ghana to the World Cup Round of 32 but has returned for an interim period.
Hong Kong’s conservation authorities are considering genetic testing as a supplementary tool for identifying breeds, an official has said after enforcement action against suspected fighting dogs sparked public concern. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) also said on Thursday that owners could keep existing fighting dogs, provided they complied with statutory requirements...
After losing $800,000 in an online romance scam following his wife's passing, Simon struggled with debts and taxes related to the stolen money. Authorities linked the funds to a scam operation in Myanmar. Alarmingly, Americans lost $15.9 billion to fraud in 2025, marking a steep rise, with victims often falling prey to further scams by recovery scammers.
Researchers have made an exciting discovery of a long-lost 1885 green mamba specimen from São Tomé Island, previously thought to be missing. Found within a Polish museum's collection, this specimen enables scientists to revisit its taxonomic classification. With physical traits closely matching the western green mamba, this rediscovery ignites curiosity about the survival status of this snake on i...
Retired Catholic leader Joseph Zen Ze-kiun and four other activists have lost an appeal against their convictions for failing to register their legal defence fund for those involved in the 2019 anti-government protests in Hong Kong. The Court of Appeal on Thursday upheld a magistrate’s findings that the now-defunct 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund fell within the definition of a society under the Soci...
Retired Catholic leader Joseph Zen Ze-kiun and four other activists have lost an appeal against their convictions for failing to register their legal defence fund for those involved in the 2019 anti-government protests in Hong Kong. The Court of Appeal on Thursday upheld a magistrate’s findings that the now-defunct 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund fell within the definition of a society under the Soci...
There’s the Premier League and then there’s everyone else. The 20 Premier League sides spent more than €4 billion this summer in the transfer market, setting a new record. Manchester City broke the record for the most spent by a single club in one summer, with more than €500 million spent on new signings.
The Spanish city of Ceuta on the northern African coast normally celebrates its official holiday on Sept. 2
Torrential rain triggered severe flooding across parts of eastern China, rushing down streets and sweeping away vehicles
Her murder shocked the world and put Malta, the European Union's smallest member state, in the spotlight over its apparent rule-of-law failings.
With military haircuts and moustaches, the US sailors stood out against the flip-flops of the usual Pattaya crowd, writes the BBC's Jonathan Head.
With military haircuts and moustaches, the US sailors stood out against the flip-flops of the usual Pattaya crowd, writes the BBC's Jonathan Head.
Teenagers with inconsistent sleep schedules on weekdays and weekends may be more likely to experience anxiety, according to a new study.
The potential introduction of AI agents in India for autonomous UPI payments marks a significant advancement in transaction technology. Users would enjoy the convenience of hands-free purchases while having the ability to establish preset instructions and budget limitations. Proposed safety measures, including identity checks and spending restrictions are currently under consideration, reflecting ...
Angus Taylor and Matt Canavan claim drastic cut to price of cigarettes and moves to legalise vapes will combat illicit tobacco tradeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLeading public health experts, the Australian Medical Association and Labor have rejected Angus Taylor’s plan to cut tobacco excise by 80%, labelling the m...
Angus Taylor and Matt Canavan claim drastic cut to price of cigarettes and moves to legalise vapes will combat illicit tobacco tradeLeading public health experts, the Australian Medical Association and Labor have rejected Angus Taylor’s plan to cut tobacco excise by 80%, labelling the move to curb soaring illegal cigarette sales as a backward step on tobacco control.Taylor and Nationals leader Mat...
A Hong Kong court has granted three women bail after they were charged with fighting in the children’s play area of a shopping centre and barred them from returning to the venue. Leung Lai-ha, 68, her 34-year-old daughter Ng Ka-wun and Xu Yang, 34, made their first appearance at Kwun Tong Court on Thursday to face charges after their altercation on August 26 at the atrium of APM shopping centre in...
A Hong Kong court has granted three women bail after they were charged with fighting in the children’s play area of a shopping centre and barred them from returning to the venue. Leung Lai-ha, 68, her 34-year-old daughter Ng Ka-wun and Xu Yang, 34, made their first appearance at Kwun Tong Court on Thursday to face charges after their altercation on August 26 at the atrium of APM shopping centre in...
Beijing said it conducted a routine patrol in waters east of Taiwan on Thursday, the latest in weeks of ramped-up activity by coastguard and other vessels that has alarmed the island. China Coast Guard spokesman Jiang Lue said a formation led by the Putuoshan vessel carried out a “law enforcement” patrol “in accordance with the law”. He said the formation had strengthened control over the waters s...
Beijing said it conducted a routine patrol in waters east of Taiwan on Thursday, the latest in weeks of ramped-up activity by coastguard and other vessels that has alarmed the island. China Coast Guard spokesman Jiang Lue said a formation led by the Putuoshan vessel carried out a “law enforcement” patrol “in accordance with the law”. He said the formation had strengthened control over the waters s...
Once seen as an old-fashioned way to travel, coach holidays are enjoying a revival. From luxury tours to DIY city-hopping, here are five European routes worth taking.
Thunderstorm also causes severe flooding and forces flight cancellations at Pearson airport.
Local communities in Gilgit-Baltistan are turning to the Indigenous practice of glacier grafting as water shortages take hold.
Wayve robotaxis added to Uber app and will have human in front ready to take over if needed – but only 15 cars licensedLondoners are now able to hire self-driving taxis for the first time, after rides in Wayve’s autonomous vehicles were added to the Uber app on Thursday.The chances of landing a robotaxi on request immediately are slim, with only 15 vehicles so far licensed. That contrasts with the...
