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Property tycoon sues UK water giant for £1m after fire wrecks conservation project, claiming firm failed to stop flames spreading
Has Sri Lanka recovered from its economic collapse? Three years after the crisis
Sri Lanka, once a symbol of economic collapse, has achieved remarkable stabilisation. Fuel shortages and soaring inflation have receded, with economic growth returning and tourism booming. While international lenders praise the IMF-backed reforms, significant challenges like high public debt and low investment persist, indicating recovery is still incomplete and transformation is the next crucial ...
Quote of the day by Plotinus: "The purification of the soul is simply to allow it to be alone; it is pure when…"
China condemns new Taiwan intelligence tip website, vows ‘resolute countermeasures’
Beijing has reacted sharply to Taiwan's latest intelligence initiative designed for Chinese nationals, warning of 'strong counteractions' and charging Taipei with provoking further strains across the Strait. The website, introduced by Taiwan's National Security Bureau, is intended as a secure means of communication, reflecting increasing frustration among the Chinese populace due to economic hards...
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'Rape gangs': UK MP demands deportation of Pakistani men linked to grooming gangs
A UK MP has revealed harrowing testimonies from grooming gang abuse survivors, alleging race and religion were used to justify their mistreatment. He plans to use parliamentary privilege to name perpetrators and enablers, while pursuing private prosecutions due to low faith in the justice system.
Taiwan detects 6 Chinese naval vessels operating around its territory
Taiwan's defence ministry reported six Chinese navy vessels encircling the island early Wednesday, a day after a similar sighting. Taipei is bolstering its defences, planning to significantly expand its anti-ship missile stockpile by 2029. This comes as Taiwan's first domestically built submarine begins new sea trials, underscoring its commitment to national security amidst ongoing regional tensio...
No nukes, Hormuz access and more: JD Vance outlines 3 pillars of US-Iran deal
US Vice President JD Vance revealed a three-point peace framework with Iran: no nuclear weapons, open Strait of Hormuz, and strict conditions for economic benefits. Tehran must cease supporting militant groups and abandon its nuclear program to receive aid. Washington emphasizes actions over promises, stating the US benefits regardless of Iran's response.
US military strikes another suspected drug-trafficking boat in eastern Pacific, 1 killed
US forces have killed one suspected drug trafficker in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific, part of a broader anti-narcotics campaign. This incident marks at least 208 deaths since the Trump administration's operations began. Critics question the effectiveness and legality, citing land-based trafficking routes and limited evidence of 'narcoterrorist' claims, with a Pentagon review underway.
From robbery to chase to four bullets: How Pakistan police's 'mistaken assessment' killed a 9-year-old Australian girl
A family visit to Pakistan turned tragic when nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed was killed in a police shooting. Confronted by robbers, the family's attempt to flee was met with gunfire from Punjab Police's crime control unit. Hania died from bullet wounds, while her father and brother were also injured.
