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India summons top US diplomat for second time to protest strikes on ships off Oman, source says
NEW DELHI, June 12 - India summoned the U.S. deputy chief of mission in Delhi on Friday to protest against U.S. military strikes on commercial vessels off the coast of Oman, an Indian source said, the second time in three days New Delhi has expressed its displeasure.
David Hockney, Iconic British Artist, Dies at 88
David Hockney, widely regarded to be one of the most influential contemporary British artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, has died. He was 88. The news was announced by Hockney’s publicist to the BBC. “The celebrated British artist David Hockney, one of the most important
If I had known how incredibly useful a NAS would be before setting one up, I would've done it a lot sooner
I'm running a NAS and loving it.
Self-driving cars to be tested on Portuguese roads from July
Portugal will open its roads to autonomous vehicle tests from July under a new decree setting strict rules on safety, insurance and supervision.
Nobody knew what the ref was saying and the internet loved it. World Cup's first meme is alredy here
'Wait, what?': Players were left speechless as the referee explained the VAR decision in an apparent shaky English after a controversial red card.
Africa: South Africa's Bafana Open Campaign With Defeat By Mexico and Two Red Cards
[This Day] One of Africa's 10 representatives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, South Africa, kicked off their campaign on a poor note last night, beaten 2-0 by co-host Mexico inside iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
Tony Leung Leads Shanghai Golden Goblet Jury With Open Mind, Vows to Persuade Fellow Jurors
Tony Leung Chiu-wai opened the international jury press conference for the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival’s main competition promising to approach the Golden Goblet selection with an open mind – and, where needed, to argue his case. “Even though the awards process is
The War Against Imagination
The SAIC cracks down on a professor’s thought experiment and the Obama Presidential Center embodies a nostalgic idea of public life.
Latest news bulletin | June 12th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
The Top Five Longreads of the Week
Showcasing stories from Sloane Crosley; Zadie Smith; Mark Johnson and Saumya Khandelwal; Todd Kliman; and Sheila Liming.
Beijing now sets the agenda for US-China ties: Expert view
Can Trump and Xi’s new ‘constructive’ framework bring stability to the US-China dynamic?
'I was employee number one at SpaceX'
The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
Ghana’s rich and powerful are building private cities and leaving the state behind
As gated estates, private hospitals, and exclusive clubs multiply, Ghana’s elite are increasingly living in a parallel reality detached from the public systems most citizens depend on.
Victims' families mark Air India crash anniversary with prayers and tributes
AHMEDABAD, India, June 12 - Families of the 260 people killed when an Air India Boeing 787 crashed in Ahmedabad a year ago prepared to gather on Friday for prayers and a candlelight tribute to mark the anniversary of the disaster.
Bach in Brussels
Brussels is set to play host to a series of much-awaited four concerts dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach. They start this Saturday (June 13) and continue on June 20 and 27, and July 4, at the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula. It is organised by the Ars in Cathedrali
Africa: Africa Needs a Radical Plan to Tackle 15m Youth Job Crisis
[IPS] Addis Ababa -- Africa has no problem with ideas, but the struggle is in how to implement them, leaders said at an inaugural forum convened to promote action on development.
China claims 'spy sea turtles' are studying its coastline
Beijing claims foreign intelligence agencies are attaching tracking and monitoring devices to sea creatures to gather information that could expose weaknesses in China's coastal defences.
Africa: Health Emerges As a Strategic Frontline for Africa Ahead of Bonn Climate Conference
[IPS] Bonn -- Africa contributes the least to global greenhouse gas emissions, yet it faces some of the world's most severe climate-related health impacts. Several realities define the continent's climate and health landscape - increased infectious diseases, air pollution,
Ukrainian AI fintech startup chooses Doha as base after securing Qatari backing
GRO, a Ukrainian-founded AI fintech startup, is establishing its base in Doha after securing backing from Qatar's newly launched GrowthX Capital fund.
Myanmar detains US businessman who wrote about military coup, sources say
BANGKOK, June 12 - An American businessman who wrote a book about living through a military coup in Myanmar was detained on his return to the Southeast Asian nation on Thursday, according to two people briefed on the matter.
Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Mykolaiv as Ukraine reports major fires
Russian drone strikes hit multiple locations across Ukraine overnight into 12 June, damaging sites near Kyiv and in the Mykolaiv region, injuring one person and triggering a major fire, while Ukrainian air defences said they intercepted most of the 117 drones launched.
'One of the strongest since 1950': What is El Niño and why does it matter?
Forecasters say a newly formed El Niño could become one of the strongest on record since 1950. The climate pattern can influence temperatures, storms, droughts and floods worldwide, with impacts varying from region to region.
Students hold ‘Heading to Bankrupt Indonesia’ protests against Prabowo’s policies
University students marched towards central Jakarta’s iconic Bundaran HI landmark.
Spain inflation stuck at 3.2% for third month, hit by war in Iran
May’s CPI confirms the preliminary INE figures. Transport and holiday packages push prices up, while clothing and food fall. Core inflation rises to 3%.
Inflation stuck at 3.2% for third month as war in Iran weighs on prices
May inflation confirms preliminary INE figures. Transport and package holidays push prices up, while clothing and food fall. Core inflation rises to 3%.
NATO to cut troop numbers in Kosovo amid 'improved security situation'
The cuts are to be carried out "gradually and in line with conditions on the ground," NATO said.
Somaliland says it has a right to choose its relationships as it opens new Taiwan office
TAIPEI, June 12 - Somaliland has a right to choose its own relationships and pressure tactics from Beijing and Mogadishu have not succeeded in altering its friendship with Taipei, its top diplomat in Taiwan said on Friday at the opening of a new office.
India’s Nicobar Island push threatens China’s Malacca lifeline
BANGKOK – India’s military is expanding across the Andaman Sea into Southeast Asia with the construction of a multi-billion-dollar air and sea base on remote Great Nicobar Island, New Delhi’s furthest reach toward the Strait of Malacca, where rival China ships more than 70% of
Regulators investigate Ryanair over controversial family seating fees
Europe’s largest low-cost airline is under investigation over its policy requiring families with young children to pay for seat reservations. UK regulators will examine whether the fees are unfair and whether they breach rules designed to prevent hidden charges.
UK economy shrinks in April as the Iran war energy shock takes a toll
Britain's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, the first monthly fall since August 2025, as the conflict in the Middle East pushed up energy costs and prompted households to rein in their spending.
Fire breaks out at New Zealand’s Wellington airport, disrupting flights
Wellington Airport said the south-west pier and main terminal building had been evacuated.
Fire breaks out at New Zealand's Wellington airport, disrupting flights
WELLINGTON, June 12 - A blaze broke out at Wellington Airport in the capital of New Zealand on Friday, forcing evacuations and flight diversions.
How to sparkle in conversation with strangers
In the face of loneliness, many people are turning to AI chatbots for companionship – but research shows it can’t replace human connection. Columnist David Robson explores how beneficial it can be to talk to strangers, with evidence-based tips on how to get the conversation
First working nuclear clock heralds a new era in timekeeping
A clock based on radioactive thorium atoms realises a long-held ambition, demonstrating a technology that could eventually beat the accuracy of today’s best atomic clocks
One photon, two reactions—new catalyst converts CO₂ and biowaste simultaneously
Researchers have developed a solar-driven catalyst material that harnesses the energy of a single photon to reduce carbon dioxide and oxidize organic waste at the same time, producing valuable chemicals in both reactions.
Combining the general and the specific for urban science and policy
As the world's population becomes more and more urban, cities are emerging as key components of the Anthropocene—both as major contributors to climate change and as potential trendsetters for innovation and action. But in order to understand the role of cities in the Earth
Why a notably warm start to the year foreshadows what’s ahead
2027 has notably high odds of becoming the warmest year on record, with the latest projections showing nearly an 80 percent chance.
Trump Hits Record-Breaking Low in Polls as Aides Leak: He’s “Furious”
Donald Trump’s polling just crashed to new lows . He’s hit a net approval on inflation of negative 50 points in numerous surveys, something no other president has done — ever. Trump also is at 80 percent disapproval on gas prices. And this is the first time Democrats have led
Behind veneer of normalcy in Dubai, war fatigue and a sense of uncertainty
In the United Arab Emirates, there is a growing sense that the U.S.-Israeli war has taught Tehran how to menace its adversaries even without developing a nuclear bomb.
Rare protests erupt in China after dog abuse videos spark online anger
Animal welfare activists say residents were simply demanding that abused animals be removed from the suspect's home, but frustration over the handling of the case spilled onto the streets.
Mexico's 'missing persons' crisis takes centre stage at the World Cup
The discovery of suspected cartel killing sites and a record number of disappearances has renewed scrutiny of one of Mexico's deepest social wounds.
Myanmar’s president to visit China next week
The trip will be the Myanmar leader’s second state visit since taking over as civilian president in April.
‘Human dignity’ and ‘international law’ sit at the core of the EU's migration overhaul, Brunner says
Exclusive: The European Union's new migration and asylum pact takes effect on Friday, and in the run up to the overhaul, the EU’s migration chief Magnus Brunner said he spoke about migration to Pope Leo, a defender of liberal asylum policies.
Taliban arrested at least 30 women for violating hijab rules in Afghanistan: UN
The local authorities have denied reports that women were arrested.
Is China really deflating deflation? It’s harder than Beijing thinks
TOKYO – China’s “deflation-is-over” narrative is getting louder, but the foundations are still shaky. Consumer prices rose 1.2% year-on-year in May, while producer prices jumped 3.9%, lifted by higher costs for energy, semiconductors and metals. To many economists, this is the