Today so far 2026-11-15 · 00:00 UTC

A nationwide US flight ground stop, described as the longest since 9/11, was caused by a routine copper wire equipment upgrade according to the transportation secretary. Meanwhile, Ukraine claims to have knocked out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, escalating the conflict's impact on Russian infrastructure. The White House has reportedly announced that Trump, Putin, and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week, signaling potential diplomatic developments amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Late singer Oliver Tree's body returned to US after helicopter crash

The 32-year-old California native died whilst on his world tour, ahead of a date in Brazil.

2026-06-22 · 10:19 UTC
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Late singer Oliver Tree's body returned to US after helicopter crash

2026-06-22 · 10:19

The 32-year-old California native died whilst on his world tour, ahead of a date in Brazil.

Three dead in Philippines high school shooting over bullying 'grudge'

2026-06-22 · 09:45

Police say they believe the attack was motivated by a "grudge" over bullying.

FDIC: US Banks Post $80 Billion in Profit as Unrealized Losses Swell to $325 Billion

2026-06-22 · 09:30

U.S.

Investors get real-time view of UK bond market activity for the first time

2026-06-22 · 07:29

The UK has launched its first bond consolidated tape, operated by ETS Connect UK, providing investors with a single,…

Danish privacy activist Lars Andersen raided by police

2026-06-22 · 04:50

China's import of custard apples is sparking fears in Taiwan

2026-06-22 · 04:37

Taiwan's agriculture ministry is worried that Beijing wants to weaponise a local specialty: the atemoya.

Japan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978

2026-06-22 · 03:45

Authorities say they do not expect the hikes to have an "immediate impact on inbound tourism".

Japan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978

2026-06-22 · 03:45

Authorities say they do not expect the hikes to have an "immediate impact on inbound tourism".

Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows

2026-06-22 · 03:31

Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who says the preliminary count is "not…

Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows

2026-06-22 · 03:31

Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who says the preliminary count is "not…

Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker

2026-06-22 · 01:40

Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.

Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker

2026-06-22 · 01:40

Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.

Trump says repairs to algae-plagued Reflecting Pool will begin immediately

2026-06-22 · 00:54

Despite a multi-million dollar renovation, the Washington DC landmark has peeling paint and algae.

After Trump inspects Reflecting Pool, he says repair work will begin 'immediately'

2026-06-22 · 00:54

On Sunday, the president flew by helicopter over the refurbished landmark, which is plagued by algae and peeling paint.

Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas

2026-06-21 · 23:57

If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.

Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas

2026-06-21 · 23:57

If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.

The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour ticket war

2026-06-21 · 23:44

As ticket demand outstrips supply by a ratio of 15 to one, desperate fans have become easy targets.

The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour ticket war

2026-06-21 · 23:44

As ticket demand outstrips supply by a ratio of 15 to one, desperate fans have become easy targets.

Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?

2026-06-21 · 23:27

It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?

2026-06-21 · 23:27

It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

China Trims US Treasury Holdings to $651.1 Billion, Hitting an 18-Year Low

2026-06-21 · 22:38

According to official data from the U.S.

Currency crash and visa crackdowns force Indian students to rethink studying abroad

2026-06-21 · 21:55

A weaker rupee and tougher immigration rules are pushing Indian students away from popular destinations like the US and…

Rent collections are down in New York – and no one's sure why

2026-06-21 · 21:54

Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash

2026-06-21 · 18:34

Claude Guillemot, who founded Ubisoft with his four brothers, has died at the age of 69.

Trump admin’s coal investments assist plants with repeated violations

2026-06-21 · 17:49

At least three coal plants have been repeatedly cited for violating environmental regulations.

Health Insurance Claim Denial Rates Range from 13% to 35% by Insurer

2026-06-21 · 17:28

Parisians cool off in canal amid 'red alert' heatwave

2026-06-21 · 17:15

France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country as temperatures soar to record levels.

Parisians cool off in canal amid 'red alert' heatwave

2026-06-21 · 17:15

France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country as temperatures soar to record levels.

Ethiopia PM's party wins landslide as fears grow of new conflict

2026-06-21 · 15:01

Abiy Ahmed's party retains its huge majority despite unrest in several parts of Ethiopia and tensions with its…

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