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Feb 26, 2026
How Trump shifted from opposing foreign wars to threatening war in Iran
Trump's Iran stance, Melania's UN debut, UK's care worker crisis, EU's abortion funding, and UK theatre's future
Feb 26, 2026
Afghanistan launches 'retaliatory' attack on Pakistan, Taliban says
Violence erupts on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, while the US struggles with World Cup funding, and Europe navigates its relationships with China and the US.
Feb 26, 2026
Can Global Diplomacy Ease Rising Tensions?
Talks on Iran's nuclear program, Ukraine-Russia conflict, and England's home insulation scheme
Feb 26, 2026
World News: Developments in Politics, Media, and Human Rights
In a week marked by controversy and debate, Donald Trump renewed his attack on Robert De Niro, while the UK saw a drop in asylum seekers in hotels and Australia's PM apologized for comments
Feb 26, 2026
Britain's Mixed Bag: Profits, Politics, and Protests
Rolls-Royce soars, Labour faces Scottish slump, and Ocado cuts jobs, while Palestinian solidarity faces repression
Feb 26, 2026
Global Tensions Escalate as Diplomacy Falters
From US politics to international conflicts, the world grapples with crisis and uncertainty
Feb 26, 2026
Global Diplomacy in Flux as Tensions Rise
As the US and Iran meet for crunch nuclear talks, China seeks to woo Germany, while Russia's aggression in Ukraine sparks concern.
Feb 26, 2026
Home Office denies ‘absurd’ criticism over rule change that could leave dual nationals stranded
The UK faces criticism over new border rules, while Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ laws spark outrage, and the US and Iran engage in crucial talks.
Feb 26, 2026
Global Developments: Politics, Protests, and Nuclear Stances
Leaders weigh in on key issues from Australia to North Korea
Feb 26, 2026
Global News Roundup: Social Media, Elections, and Natural Disasters
A snapshot of the world's most pressing issues, from social media regulation to devastating storms
Feb 26, 2026
Global Flashpoints: Violence, Politics, and Diplomacy
Tensions escalate in the Middle East, Australia, North Korea, France, and the UK
Feb 26, 2026
Australia Faces Challenges at Home and Abroad
From domestic politics to international crises, the country grapples with various issues
Feb 26, 2026
UK Confronts Systemic Issues in Maternity Care, Abuse, and Exploitation
Reports reveal deep-rooted problems in NHS maternity units, honour-based abuse, and sex worker exploitation
May 31, 2026
Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) consecutive Champions League victory sparked wild celebrations across France, but the festivities quickly turned violent.
Mar 29, 2026
US Grapples with Iran War Fallout Amid Government Shutdown
The US faces mounting challenges at home and abroad as the Iran war intensifies, with Americans struggling to cope with rising costs and the longest partial government shutdown in history.
Mar 29, 2026
Global Developments: Abortion, Football, and Economic Concerns
US Abortion Rate Holds Steady, African Football in Crisis, and Economic Woes in UK and US
Mar 22, 2026
Europe's Fractured Politics on Full Display
Key elections and referendums across the continent test the mood of a divided Europe
Mar 15, 2026
The Iran War’s Global Reach
Iran's conflict spreads, French far-right gains, and Australia sees record hybrid car sales
Mar 15, 2026
Global Tensions Escalate Amid Iran War and Diplomatic Fallout
The US-Iran war has sparked widespread condemnation and unrest, with thousands attending a government rally in Tehran to denounce Israel and the US, while Ukraine and EU allies slam the US decision to roll
Mar 15, 2026
Rising Tensions in the Middle East as US-Iran Conflict Escalates
New developments in the ongoing US-Iran conflict, including missile launches and increased military presence
Mar 15, 2026
Trump Administration Faces Criticism Amid Shutdown and Military Deployments
Senator Cory Booker slams Congress for ceding war powers, while TSA staff go unpaid and US involvement in Brazil's elections sparks concern
Mar 15, 2026
Global News Roundup: Iran Tensions, Record-Breaking Guitar Sale, and More
Developments in the Middle East, a historic guitar sale, and updates on the Federal Reserve and Catholic Church scandals
Mar 15, 2026
Global News Roundup: Politics, Justice, and Human Rights
A snapshot of current events from the US, Argentina, and the Middle East