Dozens of ships head through Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal
Many of the tankers that have transited the strait in recent days have been linked with Iran following the lifting of the US naval blockade as part of the deal.…
More than 5,300 people still held in Myanmar scam centres: rights group
More than 5,300 people still held in Myanmar scam centres: rights group Those trapped in the compounds include Chinese, Philippine, Taiwanese, Malaysian and Brazilian nationals. Save Victims of scam centers…
Republican-linked PACs funding Democratic US primaries: Why it matters
EXPLAINER Republican-linked PACs funding Democratic US primaries: Why it matters Republicans and Democrats have both employed tactics to boost weaker rivals ahead of midterms. Save Carmen Sandoval holds her dog…
From cool-down spots to chalk on windows – how Europeans are coping with the heat
By Sarah Rainsford, in Rome Even for sun-loving Italy, current temperatures are extreme for June. The list of cities issued with a red alert warning is long and set to…
Peter Murrell jailed for more than five years for embezzling SNP funds
Sturgeon has said she was not aware that Murrell had purchased many of the high-value items listed in court documents. The former first minister added that she had no reason…
US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions amid ‘encouraging’ talks
US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions amid ‘encouraging’ talks The move, expected under the MoU, comes as Vice President JD Vance says there’s a ‘good foundation’ for a final deal.…
Why Washington’s reflecting pool has gone from ‘US blue’ to algae green
EXPLAINER Why Washington’s reflecting pool has gone from ‘US blue’ to algae green US President Donald Trump, who spent $14m relining the iconic pool, claims it has been vandalised by…
Football, war and solidarity: Why Gaza fans turned to Spain this World Cup
Football, war and solidarity: Why Gaza fans turned to Spain this World Cup Football fans in Gaza showed overwhelming support for Spain against Saudi Arabia during Sunday’s World Cup clash.…
Former US Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at age 100
Former US Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at age 100 Greenspan presided over economic turbulence, including crises and booms, during his 18-year tenure as Fed chairman. Save Former US…
What the World Cup looks like from Gaza
Gaza’s footballers have lost teammates, stadiums and entire seasons. Some have lost limbs. Yet they continue to play. As the World Cup unfolds across North America, Maram Humaid reports from…