Pete Hegseth defends ongoing war in Iran and requests $88bn more to pay for it during Senate committee testimony – live
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Pete Hegseth defends ongoing war in Iran and requests $88bn more to pay for it during Senate committee testimony – live

Protesters removed at start of testimony as defense secretary claims billions of additional funding are needed ‘sustain vital operations without disruption’Sign up for US Breaking News emailUS gas prices have continued to rise since the conflict with Iran resumed this month. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), a gallon of fuel is now just over $4 – almost a dollar more tha...

Crawfish soup on Mars? US fears over China’s scientific ambitions raised in Senate hearing
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Crawfish soup on Mars? US fears over China’s scientific ambitions raised in Senate hearing

A Chinese researcher’s vision of serving spicy crawfish soup to astronauts on Mars became an unlikely symbol of Washington’s growing anxiety over China’s scientific ambitions at a US Senate hearing on Tuesday. Drew Endy, associate professor at Stanford University and director of bio-strategy and leadership at the Hoover Institution, said that last autumn he met a 20-year-old Chinese researcher fro...

Crawfish soup on Mars? Fears over China’s scientific ambitions raised in Senate hearing
SCMP •

Crawfish soup on Mars? Fears over China’s scientific ambitions raised in Senate hearing

A Chinese researcher’s vision of serving spicy crawfish soup to astronauts on Mars became an unlikely symbol of Washington’s growing anxiety over China’s scientific ambitions at a US Senate hearing on Tuesday. Drew Endy, associate professor at Stanford University and director of bio-strategy and leadership at the Hoover Institution, said that last autumn he met a 20-year-old Chinese researcher fro...

Senegal makes U-turn to back ex-president Sall for UN chief

Senegal makes U-turn to back ex-president Sall for UN chief

France 24 •

In tonight's edition, a deadly ambush in northern Mali leaves at least 50 soldiers dead. Also, Nigeria is facing a new challenge in its fight against jihadist insurgents as foreign fighters join armed groups. And Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is backing former president Macky Sall's bid to become UN Secretary-General.

Senegal u-turns to back ex-president Sall to lead UN

Senegal u-turns to back ex-president Sall to lead UN

France 24 •

In tonight's edition, a deadly ambush in northern Mali leaves at least 50 soldiers dead. Also, Nigeria is facing a new challenge in its own war against jihadists as foreign fighters are joining insurgent groups. And Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is now backing former president Macky Sall's bid for UN Secretary-General.

Ukraine's Zelensky fires military chief after protests and names a replacement

Ukraine's Zelensky fires military chief after protests and names a replacement

France 24 •

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday fired Gen. Oleksandr Syrsky as commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s armed forces, following days of mass protests in Kyiv and other cities nationwide demanding his removal. Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief, according to a statement on social media.

ケンタッキー きょうから全店舗で通常営業を再開

NHK World •

ファストフードチェーンの「ケンタッキーフライドチキン」は、冷凍食品大手の「ニチレイ」で発生したシステム障害の影響で、一部の店舗で営業時間を短縮するなどの対応をとっていましたが、22日からすべての店舗で通常営業を再開したと発表しました。

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel featuring BTS becomes most-viewed in first 24 hours with 300 million views

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel featuring BTS becomes most-viewed in first 24 hours with 300 million views

Times of India •

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel of meeting BTS at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final achieved a record. The viral video garnered an impressive 300 million views within its initial twenty-four hours. This encounter brought together a major streamer and a popular K-pop group, creating significant buzz. Fans worldwide rapidly shared the clip, contributing to its immense popularity and viral spread.

ニチレイ ハッカー集団が犯行声明 「ランサムウエア」攻撃か

NHK World •

システム障害が発生し、出荷などの業務に影響が出た冷凍食品大手「ニチレイ」へのサイバー攻撃について、ハッカー集団が21日夜、犯行声明を出したことがセキュリティー会社への取材で分かりました。このハッカー集団は、身代金要求型のコンピューターウイルス「ランサムウエア」を使ったサイバー攻撃で知られているということです。

Zelensky sacks Ukraine army chief Oleksandr Syrsky

Zelensky sacks Ukraine army chief Oleksandr Syrsky

France 24 •

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday dismissed Ukraine's military leader Oleksandr Syrskyi following public pressure and named Major ​General ‌Mykhailo ⁠Drapaty as new commander-in-chief.

Andy Burnham urges cabinet to examine ‘all possible ways’ to tackle cost of living crisis

Andy Burnham urges cabinet to examine ‘all possible ways’ to tackle cost of living crisis

The Guardian •

As new prime minister briefs cabinet on ‘cost of living government’, critics ask where money will come fromAndy Burnham is under mounting pressure to explain how he will pay for his policy pledges as he implored his new cabinet to examine “all possible ways” to tackle the cost of living crisis.On his first full day in power, the prime minister faced questions about how he would fund the removal of...

Andy Burnham implores cabinet to examine ‘all possible ways’ to tackle cost of living crisis

Andy Burnham implores cabinet to examine ‘all possible ways’ to tackle cost of living crisis

The Guardian •

As new prime minister briefs cabinet on ‘cost of living government’, critics ask where money will come fromAndy Burnham is under mounting pressure to explain how he will pay for his policy pledges as he implored his new cabinet to examine “all possible ways” to tackle the cost of living crisis.On his first full day in power, the prime minister faced questions about how he would fund the removal of...

From defence uplift to national care service, Andy Burnham faces question of funding

From defence uplift to national care service, Andy Burnham faces question of funding

The Guardian •

As new prime minister briefs cabinet on ‘cost of living government’, critics ask where money will come fromUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham is under mounting pressure to explain how he will pay for his policy pledges as he implored his new cabinet to examine “all possible ways” to tackle the cost of living crisis.On his first full day in power, the prime minister faced questions about...