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Israel sent the UAE a laser weapon called Iron Beam to counter Iranian drones. The report stated that the offensive and defensive systems sent to the UAE were mostly prototypes.
The world's largest aircraft carrier left the Persian Gulf as US-Iran talks stalled. The Ford is currently in the US European Command area of responsibility. (File).
The US imposed sanctions on former DR Congo President Kabila for allegedly supporting rebels. The former leader has not responded to US accusations that he is aiming to destabilise the government.
Iran delivered a new proposal to Pakistan for US peace talks after previous talks failed. Iran and US negotiators have met in Pakistan only once, but the talks had failed at the time.
Gas prices jumped to $4.39 per gallon in the biggest one-day increase since the Iran ceasefire. Gas prices hit $4.39 per gallon in biggest one-day jump since Iran ceasefire announced NBC News.
Newcastle United's Saudi owners remain committed to success, Public Investment Fund announced it would cut funding for LIV Golf at the end of the 2026 season.
Israel attacked Lebanon, killing a woman and injuring children, despite a US-brokered ceasefire. Israel's assault, which has displaced more than one people in Lebanon, escalates despite US brokered 'ceasefire'.
Iran is open to talks with the US after stalled negotiations and a naval blockade. Talks have since stalled as the United States imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports.
India has increased hajj package prices for its citizens due to soaring jet fuel prices stemming from the war in Iran. The government has been forced to hike prices to offset the rising costs of transporting pilgrims to the Hajj.
Aid shipments detour around Africa's Cape of Good Hope due to the Iran crisis. Aid shipments now detour around Africa's Cape of Good Hope, increasing transit times. Iran Crisis Making Delivery Of Relief Aid To Refugees Costly: UN Agency.
The US received a new proposal for talks with Iran, marking a potential shift in diplomatic efforts. The proposal's details remain unclear, but it suggests a willingness to engage in negotiations.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responded to Israel's war on Gaza with calculated politics. The Italian PM’s response to Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza reflects not moral conviction, but political calculation.
A Jewish man was arrested for attacking a nun in Jerusalem, prompting a warning from the Greek Orthodox Church. Warning follows Jewish man's arrest over brutal attack on nun in Jerusalem this week.
The Middle East crisis strains global food, fuel, and aid systems. The strain on food, fuel and aid systems worldwide continues as the Middle East crisis deepens. Rising oil prices, supply disruptions and mounting transport costs are affecting humanitarian operations and access to essential goods far beyond the region.
Kent cricket club banned social media comments to protect players' mental health. English basement county, Kent, are led by former international Adam Hollioake, who is concerned for players' well being.
The Pentagon signed deals with 7 AI companies, excluding Anthropic, deemed a supply-chain risk. The Pentagon agreement comes weeks after it designated Antrhopic as a supply-chain risk. (File).
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged his team to focus on the Premier League title ahead of their match against Fulham. The Gunners are currently fifth in the league table, seven points behind leaders Manchester City.
Chelsea's Champions League hopes are dwindling, with the team now six points behind fourth-placed Tottenham. The club's director, Eugene McFarlane, has called for a final push to salvage their season.
The Australian government is facing opposition to the practice of Indigenous Acknowledgments at public events. The right-wing party has taken aim at the practice, which has become standard at most public events.
Geopolitics is changing global shipping rules from Hormuz to the South China Sea. From Hormuz to Panama, the South China Sea to the Black Sea, geopolitics is rewriting the rules of global shipping.
Russian filmmaker Talankin's Oscar statuette went missing on a flight after he co-directed a documentary on pro-war messaging. Talankin fled Russia in 2024 and co-directed a documentary on pro-war messaging in schools.
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