Politics

Oil prices surge as US-Iran strikes intensify in Strait of Hormuz

Global energy markets experience high volatility as military confrontations between Washington and Tehran threaten the stability of the Strait of Hormuz.

Indian temple collapses into Ganges as riverbank erodes

A spiritual landmark in West Bengal vanishes into the Ganges following the failure of protective embankments due to severe riverbank erosion.

Israel’s removal of Gaza rubble risk to war crimes evidence: UN

The United Nations warns that Israeli debris removal operations in Gaza could compromise critical forensic evidence necessary for war crimes investigations.

Yemen fighting escalates as forces battle for Bab al-Mandeb Strait

Strategic military escalations intensify in Yemen as government-aligned forces launch counter-offensives to secure the critical Bab al-Mandeb maritime corridor.

Alcaraz breezes into last eight at US Open

The Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz secures his place in the US Open quarterfinals after a dominant performance against American Tommy Paul.

At least 10 killed in central Mexico fireworks blast during festival

A devastating explosion during a traditional festival in central Mexico has left at least ten people dead and dozens more injured.

US envoys Witkoff, Kushner meet Putin for talks on Ukraine war

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travel to the Kremlin for high-stakes negotiations with Vladimir Putin regarding the Ukraine conflict.

Building collapses after heavy rain in northern India

A residential structure in Muradabad, northern India, crumbled following intense rainfall, causing severe electrical hazards in the surrounding area.

Why is Argentina reigniting the Falklands dispute?

An analysis of President Javier Milei's strategic approach to the sovereignty claim over the islands and the resulting diplomatic tensions.

Costa Rican president signals openness to domestic US military operations

President Laura Fernandez expresses potential openness to US military operations on Costa Rican soil, pending essential legislative approval.

Betis beat Real Madrid as Mbappe misses penalty in first La Liga defeat

Real Madrid suffers its first La Liga setback under Jose Mourinho as Kylian Mbappé's penalty miss contributes to a narrow defeat against Real Betis.

US regulator opens safety investigation as Tesla launches driverless taxis