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Trump ordered to answer questions under oath in BBC lawsuit
A US judge ordered President Trump to provide sworn testimony by December 11 in his defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama episode featuring edited portions of a Capitol speech.
Germany target of ‘intensive’ espionage, Merz says after suspected Russian spy arrest
Germany’s chancellor stated the nation faces intensive espionage after a Ukrainian suspect was arrested for allegedly gathering military intelligence for Russia, warning of persistent Russian intelligence activity.
Europe’s car makers are in crisis. Will the threat of war rescue them?
Europe’s struggling automotive industry is increasingly turning to military vehicle production as a potential lifeline, with major manufacturers like Ford, Renault, and Volkswagen pivoting toward defense contracts amid declining civilian car sales.
Why a Starbucks takeover of Chipotle would — and wouldn’t — make sense for both companies
Starbucks has reportedly explored acquiring Chipotle Mexican Grill, with analysts split on whether the megadeal would benefit both companies operationally and financially.
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Trump turns to a dual economic and military approach in latest attempt to squeeze Iran
The Trump administration has launched a dual strategy combining economic isolation with military pressure against Iran, though neither approach has convinced Iranian leadership to negotiate as regional tensions escalate.
Serbians targeted with spyware in country’s ‘largest documented wave of surveillance’
At least 14 Serbian civil society members were targeted with advanced spyware earlier this year in what digital rights groups called the largest documented surveillance wave in the country’s history.
Far-right Israeli minister outlines plan for removal of all Palestinians from Gaza
Israel’s far-right national security minister has outlined a plan for forced expulsion of all Palestinians from Gaza, proposing removal of 250,000 in the first year and the remaining population over six years.
Israelis shoot dead two Palestinian teenagers after settlers encircle village
Two Palestinian teenagers were fatally shot in a West Bank village encircled by settlers and troops, while Israeli forces demolished an entire Palestinian community in the South Hebron Hills.
Carla Jeffery: ‘Beautiful, vibrant’ Disney star dies at 33
Carla Jeffery, a US actress known for roles in Disney Channel’s Zombies films and Curb Your Enthusiasm, has died at age 33. No cause of death was disclosed.
‘We hear your voices’: inside the Church of England’s debate over Palestine
The Church of England’s governing body voted to formally hear a Palestinian Christian report characterizing Israel as a colonial power, marking a significant moment for Palestinian Christians amid concerns from Jewish leaders about interfaith relations.
Taxpayers could pay millions to abuse survivors if Christian Brothers goes bankrupt, court documents reveal
Australian court documents reveal the Christian Brothers, a Catholic order, faces insolvency with up to 930 redress claims worth $65 million, potentially requiring taxpayers to cover shortfalls.
UK’s largest Muslim event goes ahead with added security as hate crime rises
The UK’s largest Muslim convention, Jalsa Salana, proceeds this weekend with enhanced security amid rising anti-Muslim hate crimes. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community organizes the 60-year-old event expecting 50,000 attendees.
‘Free up the ganja’: Rastafarians in Kenya fight to decriminalise marijuana
A Kenyan court dismissed a petition to decriminalize marijuana for Rastafari spiritual use, prompting followers to vow legal appeals and continue advocating for religious rights.
Jerusalem’s most important Muslim religious site facing ‘imminent’ threat of Israeli takeover, says Jordan
Jordan convenes emergency Arab and Islamic foreign ministers meeting over what it characterizes as an imminent threat to al-Aqsa mosque and Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem from potential Israeli takeover.
‘A Bible-sized blind spot’: congressman sounds alarm on rising Christian nationalism
A U.S. congressman who publicly identifies as non-religious has written a book warning that Christian nationalism poses a significant threat to American democracy and institutions.
Vance privately addresses Republican Jewish Coalition during tension over Israel and antisemitism
Vice President JD Vance addressed the Republican Jewish Coalition in Las Vegas, assuaging some concerns about his commitment to Jewish Americans and Israel while declining to disavow controversial associations.