What’s behind Iran’s new military appointments and what do they indicate?
Observers say the nominations empower the hardline old guard, prioritise loyalty over military innovation.
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Lebanon becomes first Arab nation to abolish death penalty
In a landmark change to Lebanon’s penal system, the country’s parliament on Tuesday approved legislation abolishing the death penalty, replacing it with life imprisonment with aggravated hard labour, the state-run National News Agency reported. The vote makes Lebanon the first Arab country to formally abolish the death penalty. Justice Minister Adel Nassar, who attended the parliamentary session, ...
Trump signals support for Infantino as FIFA crisis rumbles on
"If he is gone, it will never be as successful or profitable again," US President Donald Trump wrote of Infantino and the World Cup in a post on Truth Social.
15.7 million Australians may lack a binding nomination for their super
At least 169 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years
More than 480 people were injured in the quakes, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings.
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Toxic blue-green algae confirmed in Baltic Sea: avoid these waters
Swimmers beware: several public health offices are warning against bathing at certain Baltic Sea beaches because of blue-green algae. Skin contact may trigger allergies and stomach upsets.
Hunter Biden defends Tucker Carlson over Netanyahu comments
Hunter Biden defends Tucker Carlson over Netanyahu comments
Somali denied World Cup ‘proud’ to referee PSG vs Villa in UEFA Super Cup
Omar Artan was turned away on arrival at Miami International Airport before World Cup 2026 where he was to officiate.
U.S. and Iran close to "peace arrangement or a deal," Pakistan says
The U.S. and Iran are close to agreeing on "some sort of arrangement," Pakistan's defense minister told Bloomberg on Tuesday.
Civilian casualties climb as Russia and Ukraine exchange fresh strikes
Russia and Ukraine traded fresh strikes overnight, with Moscow targeting Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk. Ukraine retaliated with a drone attack on Russia’s Voronezh region. Falling debris set fire to a Wildberries warehouse. Ukraine’s military said it also struck a Russian oil refinery in Orsk. The exchange of strikes comes after a deadly weekend of attacks, with civilian casualties mountin...
Critical minerals production expands as global demand rises
More than 30 critical minerals have been identified across Uzbekistan, with 76 investment projects worth around €2.4 billion underway. New mining and processing facilities are targeting materials used in electric vehicles, semiconductors and renewable energy systems.
Gabala Music Festival: More than just music and art
The Gabala Music Festival is celebrating 15 years by bringing together music, art and people from different cultures. With Gabala Fest, the event is going beyond concerts to create a space where artists can connect, collaborate and share their work.
China is pitching its AI models to Europe, but is it enough to avoid 2-horse race with US?
As the United States and China consolidate their dominance in artificial intelligence, attention is turning to whether Europe can carve out a distinct third pole – a “G3” – or remain in Washington’s technological orbit. The race is rapidly evolving into a contest over international order. In June, Washington signed up 10 more partners for its Pax Silica framework – designed to secure supply chains...
Hard work or humour? Take the British values quiz
Poll finds consensus on what makes people proud to be British but deep divisions on issues such as immigrationYou may think it’s a commitment to buying a round, the ability to chat at length about the weather, or making a proper cup of tea. But when it comes down to what makes people proud to be British, there is a consensus across all ages, demographics and political groups – and tea, pints and t...
Hard work, community, fair play: Britons have ‘shared set of values’ despite divisions
Poll finds consensus on what makes people proud to be British but deep divisions on issues such as immigrationYou may think it’s a commitment to buying a round, the ability to chat at length about the weather, or making a proper cup of tea. But when it comes down to what makes people proud to be British, there is a consensus across all ages, demographics and political groups – and tea, pints and t...
What to know about the US primary election in Minnesota
Immigration is at the centre of another closely watched Democratic Senate race.
What to know about US primary election in Minnesota
Immigration is at the centre of another closely watched Democratic Senate race.
‘A lazy cop’: Maryland police officer allegedly faked traffic stops to avoid service calls
Baltimore officer Dequwan Houchins, 30, indicted for allegedly making false traffic stop reports for monthsA Baltimore, Maryland, police officer avoided service calls by claiming he was on traffic stops when he was in fact “sitting idle in his car”, according to an indictment filed by city prosecutors.Dequwan Houchins, 30, is accused of four counts of false entry in a public record and five counts...
Jellyfish force shutdown of 3 reactors at French nuclear power plant
A nuclear plant in northern France shut down three reactors after a swarm of jellyfish clogged pumps used to cool the units, energy group EDF said on Tuesday. Three reactors were taken offline on Monday and output at a fourth was cut by half, EDF said in a statement, leaving just one operating at full capacity. A sixth reactor was already offline for scheduled maintenance. “This situation has no i...
Hong Kong rolls out online consent forms for children’s school flu jabs
Parents can submit online consent forms from Monday for their children’s seasonal flu vaccinations under a school outreach programme, with Hong Kong authorities seeking to simplify procedures. The Centre for Health Protection said on Tuesday that a digital consent system would be introduced on the eHealth mobile application – the city’s electronic health record platform – for the coming school yea...
Philippines sailors say they will work despite wartime risks
Philippines sailors say they will work despite wartime risks
Late snow blankets parts of southern Africa as winter nears its end
Late-season snow hits South Africa and Lesotho as the Northern Hemisphere swelters in heat and wildfires.
Mahomes On Chiefs Ambassadors: QB welcomes returning stars as mentors; says it connects eras
Patrick Mahomes opened up about the emotional impact of seeing former Kansas City Chiefs teammates return to training camp through the team’s Ambassadors program. He recalled shared memories from demanding camps and praised the veterans for helping younger players understand the NFL grind. Mahomes especially highlighted Tyrann Mathieu’s leadership, preparation and football instincts, calling him o...
Hockey World Cup 2026: Full match schedule, groups, India vs Pakistan
Pools, format, match schedule, timings, India vs Pakistan history and more before 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.
Lebanon abolishes death penalty in landmark parliament vote
Lebanon's parliament has abolished the death penalty, becoming the first Arab country to replace it with life imprisonment and aggravated hard labor
Provence, Dordogne and Calabria named the best-value villa destinations in Europe
You could enjoy a stay at a similarly-rated villa in Provence for four times less than if you booked a holiday on the Amalfi Coast, according to this new index.
Authorities say 10 Nigerian police officers were killed in gunbattle with rebels in the north
A gunbattle between rebels and Nigerian security forces has left 10 police officers dead