Iran in ‘serious discussions’ with US, Trump says, as military threat looms
Iran is expected to begin a live-fire naval exercise in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Rare earths and data centres: India pushes local industry as global tensions rise
India’s budget focuses on infrastructure and defence spending and tax breaks for data-centre investments.
Slovakia PM’s national security adviser resigns over Epstein links
Miroslav Lajčák steps down after newly released exchanges showed him discussing girls and diplomacy with the late sex offender.
Moment bright light trail streaks across New Zealand skyline
The footage was captured by a webcam at the Heretaunga Boating Club in the capital city of Wellington.
Five killed in gas explosions in Iran, officials say
Fourteen people are reportedly injured after separate blasts were reported on Saturday.
Pakistan military says it has killed 92 militants in Balochistan
It says 15 security personnel and 18 civilians were also killed after militants attacked many cities in Pakistan’s province.
Grammy Awards 2026: How to watch and who will win
Who’s performing, who will win, and everything else you need to know about the 2026 Grammy ceremony.
Rape trial puts Norway’s royal family in unwelcome glare of public
Marius Borg Høiby, the crown prince’s blond stepson, is accused of 38 charges in a case that has attracted global interest.
How ICE raids changed a once bustling Chicago neighbourhood
Businesses in Little Village – known as the “Mexico of the Midwest” – are suffering after weeks of immigration raids.
After ICE raids… a once bustling Chicago neighbourhood has changed
Businesses in Little Village – known as the “Mexico of the Midwest” – are suffering after months of immigration raids.
