Trending World News
London voters go to polls for Holborn and St Pancras by-election
Londoners voted in a by-election for the Holborn and St Pancras seat, with the Green Party challenging Labour’s control of the traditionally safe district held continuously since 1983.
Syria calls for independent probe into sinking of ship in Black Sea
Syria has called for an independent investigation into a cargo ship’s sinking in the Black Sea, with 10 crew members, including nine Syrians, remaining missing after search operations ended.
Two Latvian men arrested inside UK military base after breach
Two Latvian men were arrested at a UK military base housing US and NATO intelligence operations after a perimeter fence breach, with authorities investigating their motives.
Colombian embassy to open in Jerusalem, Israeli FM says
Colombia announced plans to open an embassy in Jerusalem, joining a growing list of countries establishing diplomatic missions in the contested city rather than Tel Aviv.
Israel opens first-ever pavilion at Morocco defence show
Israel opened its first-ever national pavilion at Morocco’s defence exhibition this week, marking official participation since the Abraham Accords were signed in 2020.
‘War lives in me’: Gaza playwright wins prestigious award in London
Gaza playwright Ali Abu Yassin has won the prestigious 2026 Writer of Courage award from English PEN in London, continuing his artistic work despite ongoing conflict.
New York court hears arguments in ongoing 9/11 families’ lawsuit against Saudi Arabia
New York’s Court of Appeals heard arguments in an ongoing lawsuit by 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia, with judges considering whether the case should proceed to trial or return to district court.
Democrats sue US President Trump over taxpayer-funded ad campaign
The Democratic National Committee and a watchdog group sued President Trump over television ads funded with taxpayer money they allege were used for political purposes ahead of midterm elections.
US bars Fiji-based man over corruption tied to China
The US State Department designated a Fiji-based man for corruption involving Chinese actors, barring him and his family from entry to the United States.
New York court hears arguments in ongoing 9/11 families’ lawsuit against Saudi Arabia
New York’s Court of Appeals heard arguments in an ongoing lawsuit by 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia, with judges considering whether the case should proceed to trial or return to district court.
Democrats sue US President Trump over taxpayer-funded ad campaign
The Democratic National Committee and a watchdog group sued President Trump over television ads funded with taxpayer money they allege were used for political purposes ahead of midterm elections.
US bars Fiji-based man over corruption tied to China
The US State Department designated a Fiji-based man for corruption involving Chinese actors, barring him and his family from entry to the United States.
Indonesia accused of ‘gross negligence’ in wildfires lawsuit as haze tests region
Indonesia faces a class action lawsuit accusing the government of “gross negligence” in handling wildfires that created toxic haze across Southeast Asia, causing school closures and respiratory illnesses.
South Korea threatens legal action if fuel shipments to Russia found to have broken law
South Korea announced it would pursue legal action if fuel shipments to Russia violated domestic law, following reports detailing over 176,000 tonnes of diesel loaded at South Korean ports onto tankers bound for Russia.
Protesters in Colombia rally against ties with Israel
Hundreds of protesters rallied in Colombia’s capital against the new government’s decision to restore diplomatic and economic relations with Israel, criticizing the ongoing situation in Gaza.
Why single Ebola death in Kenya has prompted fears of wider African spread
Kenya reported its first death from the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, prompting concerns about disease spread across East Africa and the adequacy of screening measures at borders and airports.
Yemen’s government needs tribes to defeat the Houthis. Will they join?
Yemen’s government has launched a military offensive against the Houthis and is seeking tribal support from areas under Houthi control to advance deeper into contested territories.
India defends satellite internet approval process after Elon Musk jab
India’s Ministry of Communications defended its satellite internet approval process as fair and non-discriminatory, refuting Elon Musk’s claims that oligarchs are blocking Starlink’s entry into the country.
How Gaza war sped up India’s shift towards Israel under Modi
India has significantly deepened its ties with Israel under Prime Minister Modi, with the Gaza war accelerating the relationship despite India’s historical support for Palestine and international criticism of Israeli actions.
How did Christa Pike survive two lethal injections – and what happens now?
Convicted murderer Christa Pike survived two lethal injection attempts in Tennessee on September 30, waking up in hospital and speaking days later in what legal experts say is an unprecedented case.
What is pneumonic plague and how does it spread?
The World Health Organization requested additional information from Russia regarding a laboratory worker’s death at a Siberian plague research facility, prompting questions about pneumonic plague transmission and severity.
FEATURED
World Articles
Sheikh Youssef Al Shelash: Spreading Saudi Arabian Brands Overseas
Yousef Al Shelash’s name has become synonymous with haute design and the ultimate in luxury living. As the chairman and founder of Dar Al Arkan, he has partnered with some of the most sought-after brands in the fashion industry, including Missoni and Versace Under...
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
The Perebyinis family The photograph has become a worldwide symbol of Russia’s brutality toward Ukrainian civilians. Four people lay near an intersection in Irpin, a Kyiv suburb, on Sunday. All were dead or soon would be, from the force of Russian mortars. There had...
Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...