Two Houthi missiles target Yemen’s Aden International Airport
Explosions near Aden International Airport after Yemen’s Saudi-backed gov't said two missiles were fired by the Houthis.
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Messi bids farewell to Argentina fans in emotional international finale
Lionel Messi said farewell to Argentina fans Tuesday in an emotional final international appearance, scoring in a 3-0 win over Benin at Buenos Aires' Monumental Stadium as 85,000 supporters celebrated the end of a career that brought the country its long-awaited 2022 World Cup triumph.
Democrats now favored in key midterm races that could give them control of US Senate, new projections find – as it happened
This live blog is now closed.Sign up for Breaking News US emailTwo media giants, Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery, have completed their $110bn merger, creating a new entertainment powerhouse, Skydance.The deal, fiercely contested by several state attorneys general over potential antitrust concerns, formally closed on Tuesday. Continue reading...
Zambia will sign $3.6 billion health plan with US that won't require sharing of patient data
Zambia plans to sign a revised health agreement with the United States that excludes controversial clauses about sharing patient data and specimens
‘Not exactly his favorite senator’: Susan Collins distances herself from Trump in Maine debate
Republican challenged by Democrat Troy Jackson in critical Senate race says she opposes Iran war and Canada tariffsSusan Collins, the Republican senator for Maine, pointedly distanced herself from Donald Trump in a televised debate with Democratic challenger Troy Jackson on Tuesday, as she sought to present an image of independence in a state that has voted against Trump three times.Proclaiming he...
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Malaysia’s Myanmar bet? Repatriations pave way for diplomacy
Malaysia’s repatriation of Myanmar nationals ahead of a visit to Kuala Lumpur by the war-torn country’s leader appears to mirror efforts by other Asean countries seeking to mend ties with Naypyidaw. Several members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have stepped up engagement with Myanmar at the bilateral level recently, raising questions about whether a gradual normalisation between th...
Hong Kong’s AI city brain must understand how people really speak
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s vision of an “AI city brain” is bold and timely. An integrated system linking data across transport, public works, environmental monitoring and emergency response could help Hong Kong manage risks more proactively and coordinate services more effectively. The initiative is highly commendable. It also raises a critical question: can a city brain truly understand a...
Pakistan provides fuel aid to 9 million low-income people as Middle East war drives up prices
Pakistan’s government is providing fuel subsidies to over 9 million low-income people as the U.S.-Iran war drives up energy prices
Syrian embassy returns seized passport after 43 years
Syria's embassy in Berlin has returned the passport of a citizen that the former Assad government seized 43 years ago.
Hunter Valley community group wins landmark high court climate change case over Mount Pleasant coalmine
Ruling on Mount Pleasant coalmine shows ‘we cannot continue to dig up coal … and pretend the consequences have nothing to do with us’, group saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Hunter Valley community group has won Australia’s first high court case to consider climate change, in a ruling advocates say sets a binding national precedent for fossil fuel projects in New So...
Comedian Dave Hughes to stop speaking at Liberal party events over political donation concerns
Entertainer alleges complaint made about ‘in-kind’ donations over Victorian fundraisers, where he has been railing against LaborGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastDave Hughes says he will no longer be taking the stage at Victorian Liberal events, claiming the party decided having him on the bill could run afoul of the state’s political donation laws.The comedian, better kno...
Messi scores in emotional farewell game for Argentina
Lionel Messi was on the scoresheet as he played his final game for Argentina on an emotional evening in Buenos Aires.
Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los Angeles
Both Democrats and Republicans have expressed outrage at Trump's remarks that cities could be sacrificed in Iran war.
'Against all odds': Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike awake after failed execution
Christa Pike, a death row inmate in Tennessee, is recovering at a hospital following a failed execution attempt. Her lawyers reported that she is awake and speaking after being unconscious for several days. Doctors say the extent of her recovery remains uncertain, and she might face a long rehabilitation process. Legal questions arise about whether Tennessee can execute her again after the failed ...
Haiti postpones elections indefinitely amid gang violence
Haiti has indefinitely postponed elections scheduled for December and February, the electoral council said Tuesday, citing technical and operational requirements as gang violence continues to disrupt preparations. The delay leaves Haitians without a democratic process as authorities struggle to register voters and secure areas needed for the poll.
Haiti postpones elections indefinitely as gang violence hampers preparations
Haiti has indefinitely postponed elections scheduled for December and February, the electoral council said Tuesday, citing technical and operational requirements as gang violence continues to disrupt preparations. The delay leaves Haitians without a vote as authorities struggle to register voters and secure areas needed for the poll.
US military in Japan’s Okinawa imposes night curfew after marine’s arrest over murder
The US military in Okinawa will impose a curfew from midnight to 5am for a month starting Friday following the arrest of a marine on suspicion of robbing and murdering a local woman, its regional coordinator said on Tuesday. All US military personnel on Okinawa will also observe a 48-hour operational pause from noon on Wednesday, during which there will be “no off-base liberty, including a complet...
China’s DeepZang AI aims to transform Tibetan language tech, promote ethnic unity
Creators of China’s first Tibetan-language AI model have pledged to speed up upgrades aimed at promoting ethnic integration. Approaches to advancing the large language model, DeepZang, were discussed at a seminar on Monday that brought together representatives from research institutes, universities and enterprises, according to state-run portal Chinanews.com. It said the event held in Hohhot, in C...
African park once called a “silent graveyard” now has 37 rhinos and seven calves
Zinave National Park in Mozambique experienced severe wildlife loss during a 16-year civil war, which impacted biodiversity. Rewilding efforts initiated in 2016 have since introduced several species, including rhinos and lions. The introduction of 250 elephants has helped restore the park's ecosystem and enhance habitats for various species. Conservation programs and anti-poaching strategies have ...
What’s behind Israel’s growing shift to the right?
Three years after the October 7 attacks, the politics of Israeli society has shifted further right.
David Ellison denies he has ‘politicized’ Skydance despite close Trump links
Ellison admits ‘good relationship’ with administration in remarks to reporters about newly merged media companyDavid Ellison, the chief executive of the newly formed media conglomerate Skydance, denied that he has “politicized” the company despite the close connection he has forged with Donald Trump’s White House over the 20 months of his administration.“We have a good relationship with this admin...
Yemeni forces launch offensive to retake Houthi-held al-Waziiya in Taiz
The mountainous district is key to control of Mocha, the Red Sea port the Houthis seized last month.
Pornhub returns to Australia after banning access due to age verification rules
Australian adults again able to access the world’s most popular porn site after parent company introduces age checking via Apple devicesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian adults will be able to access Pornhub once again after the site brought in age-checking on Apple devices in response to legal requirements that initially saw the site block users.In March, Aylo,...
Sudan’s al-Burhan rejects talks, vows to retake all territory from RSF
At least 10 civilians were killed in West Kordofan and 5,500 displaced in Blue Nile as clashes widened on Tuesday.
Ludwig Shares MrBeast Request: streamer says YouTuber sought honest video feedback; jokes off paid promo
Ludwig Ahgren revealed that MrBeast contacted him after several months without speaking, sending a link to his latest video and asking for his thoughts. Ludwig said he agreed to watch it and promised to share his “unadulterated thoughts.” He also joked about whether he should get paid for the promotion. Separately, Ludwig struggled with the difficult Geometry Dash level “GRIEF” during a recent str...
Hunter Valley community group wins landmark high court climate change case
Ruling on Mount Pleasant coalmine shows ‘we cannot continue to dig up coal … and pretend the consequences have nothing to do with us’, group saysA Hunter Valley community group has won Australia’s first high court case to consider climate change, in a ruling advocates say sets a binding national precedent for fossil fuel projects in New South Wales.In a landmark judgment, the nation’s highest cour...
South Sudan’s aid crisis deepens as food stocks run low
More than one million people could lose life-saving aid by October as funding shrinks and arrivals from Sudan continue.
French mayor tear-gassed after shielding protesters from police
Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko was tear-gassed after shielding student protesters from riot police.
Land sales offer only temporary relief for West Kowloon arts hub, experts warn
Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District is betting on property development to ease its financial pressures amid a widening operating deficit, but experts have warned that land sales will only provide temporary relief and cannot replace a sustainable long-term funding model for the arts hub. The warning comes as the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority prepares to tender a prime residential ...
Jaguar targets young Americans with Type 01 EV – but it’s too long for UK parking spaces
Latest model is launching in New York to target rich US buyers – and is more than 5.2 metres long and 2 metres wideIt has no rear window, will not fit into a UK parking space and – starting at £130,000 – ($172,000) is aimed squarely at rich tech industry buyers driving the wide open roads of America.Jaguar’s electric car, the Type 01, was launched in New York on Tuesday night and marks the culmina...