China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visit
Upon their return from Taiwan last month, the lawmakers were told that China had banned them for a year.
Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump’s new White House ballroom
The bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump’s ‘anti-weaponisation fund’.
Germany blames Russia for ‘bitter defeat’ in UN Security Council bid
Johann Wadephul said it was “no secret” Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.
US House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to Trump
In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts.
Why Canada has generic Ozempic, and the US doesn’t
Canada is the first G7 country to approve the lower cost weight-loss drugs, which are rolling out in pharmacies this month.
Costly fuel pushes more Indians to buy electric cars but challenges remain
High fuel prices are strengthening the case for EV adoption in the world’s third largest auto market.
Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Sea
After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.
‘Crazy’ phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks
Israel’s PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.
From butterflies to breast milk, Uber’s list of lost items reveals wild backseat discoveries
The rideshare company’s annual Lost & Found Index also reveals America’s most forgetful city, and the most forgetful day.
Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border
The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.
