World News
The most significant story today involves a nationwide FAA ground stop affecting all US flights, marking only the third such halt in the agency's history and causing widespread disruption to travellers and transportation systems across the country. In international news, reports indicate that Trump, Putin and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week, while separately Zelensky claims the US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for NATO membership, raising major questions about the future direction of the conflict. Additionally, Ukraine has knocked out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, demonstrating significant progress in its military strategy.
One dead, 102 rescued from Indonesian ferry that went missing in Java Sea
The nation's search and rescue team said it lost contact with the Virgo Transport 8 in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The Succession Crisis That Tore England Apart
They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets
Some people fired in the wake of Kirk's assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start…
Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion
Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true…
Killing with a car costs $1.6M, California requires drivers to carry $30K
California raised its minimum car insurance requirement from $15,000 per person (unchanged for 58 years) to $30,000 on…
Trump's comments on a united Ireland may have targeted audience across the Atlantic
Nobody could have predicted that today's main global headline would be Trump's desire to see a unified Ireland.
Afghan woman deported from US in first use of 'alien terrorist' court
The legal US resident was never charged with a crime, but was deported due to her family links to terrorism.
Fire at nursing home in Chile kills 16 residents
Ten people were evacuated from the home in Araucanía region in central Chile.
Bulgaria investigates fire at weapons site that owner calls sabotage
Officials are not ruling out "outside interference", while the company says the blaze at its site was sabotage.
Uganda's King Oyo buried amid calls for unity over his successor
A TV news presenter has been named as the traditional kingdom of Tooro's new monarch but the late king's family claim he…
North Korea using foreign talent to help infiltrate US companies: Report
The DPRK has turned to third-country IT workers to pass job interviews, after which, the positions are usually taken…
Teen boy rescued after days adrift in Alaskan waters
The 15-year-old boy was rescued while the other two passengers from the capsized fishing vessel, his brother and cousin,…
Europe's "Less" Is Doing More Than Anyone Gives It Credit For
French officials investigate if 'malicious act' caused train derailment
Officials say a rail fragment was found on the tracks after Friday's crash of a passenger train that left 44 people…
Russia Shifts 90% Of BRICS Transactions To Local Currencies
The local currencies of the BRICS already allow Russia to settle 90% of its transactions with its alliance partners,…
Crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding
Naomi Klein: Extreme wealth has a deranging effect. Turns you into a supremacist
Naomi Klein's new book, co-written with Astra Taylor, examines how tech billionaires are exploiting climate and…
'It's like a dog set loose on us' - fear over Kenya's crackdown on foreign traders
The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country.
Latam Banking Giant Nu Launches US Operations With Lead Bank
The institution remarked that the move represents a new chapter after starting as a Latin American-focused business.
Trump to meet Irish leader Micheál Martin during visit
Trump will hold meetings in Dublin before attending the Irish Open golf tournament in Doonbeg, County Clare.
Grammy-winning US rapper Lil Durk acquitted in murder-for-hire trial
The Chicago rapper was arrested in 2024 and accused of involvement in a shooting that killed the cousin of rival rapper…
Ukraine faces 'toughest winter' since Russia's full-scale invasion, UN official tells BBC
A senior UN official tells the BBC there is a race against the clock to ensure access to power and water through winter.
Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq
Iraq removes a military commander and opens investigations into the attack that came from an area bordering Iran.
Death toll from Philippines ferry fire climbs to 35, with dozens still missing
Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says.
How Poor People Buy Cars
The article describes the distinct cultural knowledge and practices around purchasing affordable used cars in…
'Never, ever forget' - America marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
In New York, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania, solemn ceremonies commemorate the landmark anniversary.
Five minutes to steal a Renoir: Why museum thefts are becoming bolder across Europe
Art detectives and security experts say the number of museum thefts across Europe is increasing.
Arrest made over the death of black woman found hanged from tree
Tasia Fortune's body was found in the lot of an abandoned home in Mississippi in August.
Passenger train derails in France leaving at least 44 injured
France's transport minister says 180 passengers were on board the train operating the Rouen-Caen route in Normandy.
Tragic death of woman who testified against father in notorious mafia murder of mother
Denise Cosco testified against the powerful 'Ndrangheta clan and her own father over the murder of her mother in Italy.