Comparison to Hitler, Mao, Stalin? Trump says: ‘Sounds good to me!’
Trump sparks outrage with Hitler comparison, Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip, and UK politicians face scrutiny
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Jun 19, 2026
Global Developments: Politics, Economy, and Environment
Iran's Supreme Leader distances himself from US deal, Heathrow's third runway yield may be 90% less than estimated, and Cuba turns to solar power amidst energy crisis.
Jun 19, 2026
Global Developments: Politics, War, and Economy
Key Updates on UK Politics, Ukraine-Russia Conflict, and Russia's Economy
Jun 12, 2026
Global Developments: Iran Deal, Pope's Spain Visit, and More
Updates on emerging Iran deal, Pope's visit to Spain, Toronto police death, and other global news
Jun 12, 2026
What's Behind the String of Global Incidents?
From China's arrest of a US scholar to riots in Belfast, a week of turmoil
Jun 5, 2026
Global News Brief: Typhoon Jangmi, Ocean Monitoring, and More
A roundup of the latest global news, including natural disasters, climate crisis, and international relations
Jun 5, 2026
Backed by Trump, Opposed by Putin, and Fighting for His Political Life
Protests have erupted in Southampton, UK, over the murder of Henry Nowak, with three more people charged with violent disorder after police body-worn video footage was released.
Jun 5, 2026
Where reports on Ye Concerts Have Been Canceled Across Europe Why agree and clash
A snapshot of news from Europe, the US, and Iran, covering politics, business, and culture
Jun 5, 2026
What's Behind the Recent Global Developments?
From One Nation's Housing Policy to US Sanctions on Cuba and a Flesh-Eating Parasite Outbreak
Jun 5, 2026
Global News Roundup: Politics, Human Rights, and Diplomacy
Developments in UK Labour leadership, African human rights, EU western Balkan integration, and more
Jun 5, 2026
What's Behind the Latest Global Headlines?
A roundup of the latest news from around the world, covering a woman's illegal strip-search, China's president visiting North Korea, UK house prices falling, Russia's conflicting stance on the West, and the Pope's visit
Jun 5, 2026
What's Behind the Global Backlash Against Elites and Institutions?
From UK policing to ANU scandals, and Russia's selective welcomes, a week of controversies raises questions about accountability and fairness.
Jun 5, 2026
UK Sees Resurgence in Retail and Wildlife, But Challenges Persist in Sport and Tech
High street sales and butterfly populations surge, while women in sports face sexism and AI trust issues linger
Jun 5, 2026
New claimants seek to sue Elon Musk’s xAI after Labour MP’s test case
From the Middle East to Australia, and from tech giants to boxing champions, this week's news has seen a wide range of developments that will shape the world in the coming weeks.
Jul 3, 2026
Lebanon-Israel deal betrays ‘victims of war crimes’, rights groups say
Human rights and media freedom organizations have condemned the Lebanon-Israel deal, warning that it prevents recourse to international courts for victims of war crimes.
Jul 3, 2026
Weekend Brief: US Parasite Outbreak, Venezuela Quake, and More
A parasitic illness spreads across 18 US states, Venezuela grapples with quake aftermath, and fans gather for Taylor Swift's wedding.
Jul 3, 2026
Global Events Unfold Across Politics, Celebrity, and Diplomacy
From Iran's funeral ceremonies to Taylor Swift's wedding, and UK's union flag scheme
Feb 27, 2026
Global Developments: Job Losses, Violence, and Politics
Fintech layoffs, a UK by-election upset, and a tragic tram derailment make headlines
Feb 27, 2026
Greens Win Big in UK Byelections, Sparking Labour Crisis
Gorton and Denton results fuel speculation about Keir Starmer's future
Feb 27, 2026
Global Tensions Rise as US-Iran Standoff Escalates, While Other Hotspots Simmer
US warns citizens to leave Israel, India's influence in Afghanistan grows, and other international news
Feb 27, 2026
Global Chaos: Conflicts, Controversies, and Conservation Efforts
From war-torn Afghanistan to rewilding Scotland's forests, the world grapples with diverse challenges
Feb 27, 2026
What's Behind the Global Uptick in Conflict and Scandal?
From Pakistan's 'open war' with Afghanistan to Epstein ties and Green wins
Feb 27, 2026
What's Behind the Surge in Global Tensions?
A spate of recent incidents, from border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan to a mysterious drone sighting near a French aircraft carrier, has raised concerns about the escalating tensions between nations.
Feb 27, 2026
Global Turmoil: Elections, Conflict, and Health Disputes
A string of unsettling events has unfolded across the globe, from the Green party's surprise victory in the UK to escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, and growing outrage over US health funding pacts