Islamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says
Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifa was head of IS's most senior decision-making body, the US Central Command said.
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Myanmar youth angry, desperate and on the run from junta rule
Myanmar has struggled with civil war, military rule and widespread poverty for much of the past seven decades. But the country’s youth have never faced threats to their survival and future as severe as today. The military coup of February 2021 shattered the hopes of many young
‘Wicked,’ ‘Emilia Perez,’ ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ Among ACE Eddie Winners
“Emilia Perez” and “Wicked” won the live action feature categories at the 75th ACE Eddie Awards, were handed out Friday night at UCLA’s Royce Hall. The event was originally slated to be held on Jan, 18 but was postponed due to the L.A. fires. In response to the fires, the event
Survey finds support for climate interventions is tied to both hope and worry
A global survey of more than 30,000 people in 30 countries has revealed how people around the world feel about climate change, and how those emotions relate to perceptions of and support for climate interventions that could address the crisis. The new study is published in the
2025 ACE Eddie Awards: ‘Wicked,’ ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ Among Winners
'The Wild Robot' wins best animated feature, while 'Will & Harper' scores best documentary feature.
Trump rolls back over a dozen Biden-era executive orders, actions
President Trump rolled back on Friday over a dozen former executive orders and directives signed by former President Biden focused on gender, labor policies and industry regulations. Trump signed an executive order late Friday that rescinded 18 executive actions signed by
Thousands protest in Belgrade in preparation for major anti-government protests planned for Saturday
Tens of thousands of Serbians swarmed the streets of the capital Belgrade in preparation for major anti-government rallies planned to take place over the weekend against populist President Aleksandar Vučić.
Unification Church faces dissolution in Japan
The dissolution would remove the church's tax-exempt status while branding the organisation a harmful entity.
Sudan paramilitary shelling kills six in key city: medic
Shelling by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed at least six in key city of El-Obeid, with the RSF tightening its grip on the south.
Ukraine's Zelensky says Turkey is partner in security
Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine sees Turkey has a partner in security guarantees amid the war against Russia.
UAE fund ploughs $2bn into Binance crypto exchange
UAE fund ploughs $2 billion into Binance cryptocurrency exchange Binance, making it one of the biggest investments into a crypto company yet.
Hamas says ready to free Israeli-US hostage, four bodies
Hamas has said it is ready to free an Israeli-American hostage and the remains of four others, as the US continues to pressure the movement.
Neo Sora Talks Political Divide in ‘Happyend’: ‘Japan Hasn’t Really Reflected on its Colonial Past’
In an post-screening Q&A ahead of the Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong, filmmaker Neo Sora discussed his nominated feature “Happyend,” a contemplative exploration of fractured friendship against the backdrop of political unrest in near-future Japan. In the film, in near-future
Syria, Libya, Sudan, Iran included in draft Trump travel ban
The Trump administration is considering sweeping travel restrictions for dozens of countries, including outright bans for some.
F1 boss to visit Thailand for talks on Bangkok race
The Asia-Pacific region currently hosts four races - in Australia, China, Japan and Singapore.
South African ambassador 'no longer welcome' in US, Rubio says
The US Secretary of State called the ambassador a "race-baiting politician who hates America".
UNSC urges Syria to protect people regardless of religion
After the mass killing of civilians, the UN Security Council has urged Syria to protect all people regardless of religion, ethnicity.
Search continues in Dominican Republic for missing student Sudiksha Konanki
The search for the missing University of Pittsburgh student, who was on spring break in Punta Cana, is entering its second week.
UN chief says there is 'disturbing rise in anti-Muslim bigotry'
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Friday there was a \"disturbing rise in anti-Muslim bigotry\" around the world while urging online tech platforms to curb hate speech and harassment.
Ovens and bone fragments - BBC visits Mexican cartel 'extermination' site
The BBC's Will Grant visits the site believed to have been used by drug cartels to dispose of victims' remains.
Countries considered for Trump's potential new travel ban
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration is considering issuing sweeping travel restrictions for the citizens of dozens of countries as part of a new ban, according to sources familiar with the matter and an internal memo seen by Reuters.
‘Snow White’ Actor Responds to Disney Movie’s Premiere Pivot: “They’re Afraid”
The live-action version of the 1937 animated classic has been the focus of controversy, as the film's Saturday premiere will not include journalists on the red carpet.
Senate GOP campaign arm targets Ossoff over vote against funding bill in digital ad
The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) targeted Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) in a new digital ad on Friday over his vote against a GOP-crafted bill to fund the government through September. "Democrat Jon Ossoff voted for a reckless government shutdown that
Offset Accused Of Assaulting Security Guard At LA Dispensary
Offset is facing accusations of assaulting a security guard at a Los Angeles weed dispensary following a dispute over the rapper allegedly lacking ID.
Appeals court reinstates portions of Trump’s DEI orders
A federal appeals court Friday reinstated portions of President Trump’s executive orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs that were blocked by a lower court. The unanimous three-judge panel on the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found the
Any Common Desolation
"You may have to break your heart, but it isn’t nothing to know even one moment alive."
Rubio declares South African ambassador to US 'persona non grata' over Trump comments
Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared South African ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool “persona non grata” and accused the diplomat of being a “race-baiting politician” over his recent comments about President Trump. “South Africa's Ambassador to the United States is no
'Their untold stories need to be told': Teens capture India's labourers in pictures
Teen photographers showcased the backbreaking work done by India's 400 million labourers.
‘Slanted’ Review: Extreme Makeover Satire Critiques Lopsided Beauty Standards Through Asian Eyes
If high school is a popularity contest — the mistaken-priorities assumption that drives writer-director Amy Wang’s SXSW-winning assimilation satire “Slanted” — then Chinese American senior Joan Huang (Shirley Chen) could be justified in ditching her heritage for a shot at being
Trump administration weighs travel ban on dozens of countries, memo says
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration is considering issuing sweeping travel restrictions for the citizens of dozens of countries as part of a new ban, according to sources familiar with the matter and an internal memo seen by Reuters.
Rubio says South African ambassador to U.S. ‘no longer welcome’
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called South Africa’s U.S. ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, “a race-baiting politician who hates America” and declared him persona non grata.
US government shutdown averted as Senate passes spending bill
The passage of the funding bill came hours before a shutdown, with Democrats under fierce pressure to oppose the measure.
Russia says it has recaptured Sudzha in the Kursk region from Ukraine
More than 200 people were evacuated from Sudzha in Russia’s Kursk region as Moscow carries out an intense aerial campaign to reclaim the area from Ukraine.
It's not a competition! The collaborative video game genre loved by players
Josef Fares has found big success with co-operative two player games. Why are more doing the same?
Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty to updated indictment
The new allegations include that the rapper forced an employee into sex acts - something his lawyers deny.
New video shows moment Mahmoud Khalil detained by ICE
Harrowing footage has emerged of ICE agents detaining and effectively kidnapping pro-Palestine activist and US green card holder Mahmoud Khalil.
'You can't make a deal with Russia': Do Ukrainians believe in a ceasefire?
The BBC asks people in Kyiv whether a ceasefire deal could be a step towards ending war with Russia.
Schumer brushes off leadership questions: ‘My caucus and I are in sync’
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) brushed off questions surrounding his leadership and defended his decision to vote to advance the six-month GOP-crafted continuing resolution (CR) that will fund the government through the end of September, saying during an
Watch: SpaceX launches rocket with crew to relieve stranded astronauts
The spacecraft will arrive at the International Space Station this weekend and is meant to return Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home.
Live Nation, Ticketmaster Fail to Get Antitrust Claims Dismissed
A judge sided with the government Friday, denying Live Nation-Ticketmaster's bid to dismiss antitrust claims
SpaceX rocket launches as Butch and Suni prepare return
The pair are due to begin their long delayed journey back to Earth two days after the new crew arrive.
Russia deputy foreign minister visits North Korea, KCNA says
SEOUL - Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko is visiting North Korea, North Korean state media KCNA said on Saturday.
