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The US aviation system experienced the longest ground stop since 9/11 before the FAA lifted the National Ground Stop, causing widespread travel disruptions across the country. In geopolitics, Trump, Putin and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week according to the White House, while separately Zelensky claims the US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for NATO membership. Other major developments include Ukraine knocking out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks and an Israeli airstrike on Nasser hospital in Gaza that killed a surgeon and others.
Panama Canal to cut number of ships passing through due to El Niño
The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision.
Gandhi's handwritten notes on life sold for $1.69m at Indian auction
The collection documents key moments in Gandhi’s freedom movement as well as his personal relationship with close aide.
Evergrande: Asia’s Former Second-Richest Man Gets Life for Fraud
The founder of Evergrande, former 2nd richest in Asia, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for fraud.
Will NSE’s Self-Trading Plan Boost BSE IPO Volume as Investors Expect?
The National Stock Exchange’s (NSE) upcoming IPO is one of the most closely watched events in India’s market sector.
'Reasonable' or a 'hit list'? New Yorkers react to rollout of Mamdani's tax on second homes
A list of expensive New York homes has sparked a controversy as Mamdani implements a second home tax.
Israel re-establishes closed West Bank settlement, defying growing international protests
Thirty "pioneer families" have arrived on a wave of nationalism driven by Israel's government, but the rapid change has…
Australian hiker's body recovered as officials apologise for misreporting she was alive
The body of Lily Hooper, 18, has been airlifted from a national park in the Southern Highlands following an eight-day…
British rapper Yung Filly to face retrial on rape charges in Australia
A jury last month cleared the YouTuber of several sexual assault offences, but it couldn't reach a decision on three…
Hong Kong's Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial
Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law.
What happened to Harry and Meghan's American dream?
Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived.
Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fire
This is the first time since June 2025 that the country has enacted capital punishment.
Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
The 26-year-old sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.
US sanctions more Cuban companies and officials
An international socialist institute and Cuba's construction ministry are subject to the latest US sanctions, Marco…
Broken toilets, leaking roofs: Why India's 'cockroach' party wants to fix schools
The poor state of government schools is the focus of a new campaign by India's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
Why Nigeria's one-time political giant may face extinction
Once a giant of African politics, the PDP is in danger of being wiped out after January's elections.
How much could Trump's 'economic D-Day' hurt Iran?
Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy.
Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells
The US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?
Tensions Flare as CME, Kalshi Execs Clash Over Prediction Markets in DC
CME Group Chairman Terry Duffy and Kalshi co-founder Luana Lopes Lara traded barbs during a CFTC meeting over prediction…
Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price
US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.
They survived 9/11; 25 years later, their bonds remain unbroken
Survivors reconnect with those who saved them in National Geographic's 9/11: Reunited.
FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building
Prosecutors say the Albany woman had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group, and wanted to bomb the statehouse to…
Watch: Fishermen rescued after five days adrift in cool box
The men, aged 53 and 32, lost contact with their fishing cooperative on 14 August, 75 miles off the coast of Mexico.
Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital for treatment
Khan was taken from Adiala jail and sent to Shifa International Hospital under heavy security, local media report.
Dozens dead after boat capsizes in north-western Nigeria
The incident took place in the country's northwest Sokoto state, with many of the victims feared to be children.
Crypto, AI and Betting Money Surge Ahead of 2026 US Midterms
Crypto, AI and betting companies are pouring millions into the 2026 US midterms, reshaping campaign spending and the…
UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel's West Bank settlement project
European countries and Canada pile on pressure over Israel's plans to expand settlements in a strategically vital part…
Bessent urges US partners to back plans to 'squash' Iran economy
The US Treasury secretary says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".
Watch: What does Harry's return mean for his fractured relationship with William?
The brothers have had a fractured relationship for a number of years.
Como mayor bans 'beasts' in city centre after being hit by bike
Alessandro Rapinese issues the prohibition for the historic city centre after an encounter with a cyclist last month.
‘We’re Going to Increase the Buyback’: Treasury Boss Targets Bond Yields
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC Thursday that U.S.