US Trade rep tries to walk back Trump’s remarks on arms for Taiwan
Jamieson Greer said President Donald Trump is "considering" how to approach a deal.
· Cheyanne M. Daniels
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Newest first · UTC+11:00‘Disastrous’ plan to allow fracking on South Australia’s Limestone Coast is a broken promise, locals say
Labor moves to overturn moratorium on fracking in groundwater-dependent region two years earlier than planned and just weeks after state election
· Petra Stock
Verstappen 24hr hopes ended by driveshaft after leading
Verstappen has not been happy with the rule changes in F1
· Bbcsport
Is Fernandes most creative Premier League player ever?
Bruno Fernandes has been Manchester United captain for three seasons
· Bbcsport
Peru's electoral board confirms June 7 presidential runoff
Presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori, of the Popular Force party, waves to supporters in San Juan de Lurigancho district in Lima, Peru, Saturday, May 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Guadalupe Pardo)
What to know about Georgia’s primary as Republicans set sights on Senate
The southern state of Georgia is set to hold its primary vote on Tuesday, drawing battle lines for November’s consequential midterm elections in the United States.
· Joseph Stepansky
Bruce Blakeman calls on Hochul to suspend congestion pricing toll during LIRR strike — and backs new legislation
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman called for suspending the $9 congestion pricing toll for motorists crossing into core Manhattan during the Long Island Rail Road strike.
· Brandon Cruz, Carl Campanile
Swatch stores close for second day after crowds
Swatch stores in Manchester and Liverpool were shut for a second day after queues built up again, with shoppers keen to purchase a new £335 pocket watch.
· Rumeana Jahangir
Spencer Pratt nods to potential President Trump endorsement by trolling Raman
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt responded to a potential endorsement by President Donald Trump in classic Pratt fashion: with a GIF of himself.
· Titus Wu
Merz and Trump weaponize each other’s problems
Robert Bridge is an American writer and journalist. He is the author of 'Midnight in the American Empire,' How Corporations and Their Political Servants are Destroying the American Dream.
· RT
Palestinian ‘abducted’ and ‘restrained’ in West Bank (VIDEO)
Footage has been published online purporting to show an assault by an Israeli settler against a Palestinian farmer in the occupied West Bank, in one of the latest alleged attacks targeting Palestinian civilians.
· RT
How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?
The outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is concerning.
· James Gallagher
Two police officers 'seriously injured' and 14 arrests during Celtic disorder
Two police officers were "seriously injured" and 14 arrests were made during trouble in Glasgow after Celtic's Premiership title win against Hearts.
· BBC News
Largest US children’s hospital to launch ‘detransition clinic’
Texas Children’s Hospital (TCH) will become the first American medical institution to open a clinic for adolescents seeking to reverse gender-related medical treatments, the US Department of Justice said.
· RT
Malaysian ex-ministers resign from Anwar’s party, snap election rumoured
Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad resigned from cabinet last year after losing leadership posts in internal party elections
· Reuters
Malaysian ex-ministers resign from Anwar’s party, snap election rumoured
Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad resigned from cabinet last year after losing leadership posts in internal party elections
· Reuters
Italy condemn Wales to another Six Nations Wooden Spoon
Courtney Keight scored one of Wales' tries in Cardiff
· Bbcsport
Title decider not cut short by pitch invasion - SPFL
Fans ran on to the pitch at Celtic Park after Callum Osmand scored
· Bbcsport
Haredi draft bill back on agenda ahead of Knesset dissolution vote
Discussions on the coalition’s controversial haredi (ultra-Orthodox) draft bill were scheduled on Sunday to return to the Knesset's agenda for advancement this coming Wednesday, ahead of its final readings, amid the crisis in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition with the haredi parties.
· KESHET NEEV
Pope Leo launches AI commission
Pope Leo XIV is creating a commission on artificial intelligence, a new Vatican body aimed at coordinating the Catholic Church’s response to AI.
· Mari Eccles
An old political fight is renewed for bus riders on the road to Montgomery
Keith Odom, a forklift driver from Aiken, S.C., looks out from his bus seat as he arrives in Montgomery, Ala., for a voting rights rally Saturday, May 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Bill Barrow)
· Bill Barrow
US, China and Russia prefer a divided Europe, Kallas warns
TALLINN — The Trump administration doesn’t like a unified European Union because the bloc is a geopolitical power that Washington has to contend with, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Sunday, urging EU member countries not to weaken the bloc by pursuing bilateral agreements with the U.S.
· Antoaneta Roussi
Who gave Israel the coveted 12 points? Noam Bettan secures 2nd at Eurovision thanks to public vote
With a final score of 343, Israel’s Noam Bettan took second place at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, with his song, Michelle.
· SHIR PERETS
Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister says
It is a "personal decision" for Sir Keir Starmer whether he chooses to fight any potential leadership contest, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has said.
· Becky Morton
Eurovision faces tough questions over country participation
VIENNA — Questions aren’t going away for the Eurovision Song Contest.
· Ellen O'Regan
New budget poll reveals mixed verdict after huge budget
Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
· Tilli Andrew
The Palestinian Fatah party held elections, is a ‘new’ leadership emerging? - analysis
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas cast his vote on Saturday in the Fatah movement’s elections, which will determine the composition of the “Central Committee and Revolutionary Council.” The vote was held at the Ahmad Shuqairi Hall in the presidential headquarters in Ramallah.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
US officials want UAE to seize Iranian island – Telegraph
Some US officials are encouraging the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to seize one of Iran’s islands in the Persian Gulf, The Telegraph has reported, citing sources.
· RT
Saturday Night Live UK met a sceptical crowd - but has it won them over?
Ahead of the first episode of Saturday Night Live UK, we asked whether the show could make us laugh.
· Annabel Rackham
Republican Senator Cassidy loses Louisiana primary after opposing Trump
US Senator Bill Cassidy has lost his Louisiana Republican primary after years of criticism from supporters of Donald Trump over his vote to convict the United States president during his 2021 impeachment trial linked to the January 6 Capitol attack that year.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Probe over claims royal police officers slept on duty
Police officers responsible for protecting the Royal Family at Windsor Castle are being investigated over allegations they fell asleep on duty and left their posts unattended.
· BBC News
Egypt deepens ties with Eritrea as it seeks to isolate Ethiopia in Horn of Africa | The National
Egypt's foreign and transport ministers are in Eritrea to bolster economic and commercial ties with the Horn of Africa nation as part of Cairo's boisterous campaign to isolate rival Ethiopia in the strategic region.
· Hamza Hendawi
Hamas leadership elections end without political leader selection, promises future vote
Hamas failed to elect a new political leader, the terror group announced on Saturday night, promising another round of elections would soon take place.
· DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency over the Ebola outbreak that has killed a suspected 80 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
· Rory O’Neill, Mari Eccles
Spanish PM faces fresh blow in key Andalusia vote
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Socialists appeared headed for another setback as a key regional election in Andalusia began on Sunday, a possible dress rehearsal for next year's national vote.
· The Local
The email glitch that blindsided Poland on US troop move
Poland was blindsided on Wednesday by the surprise U.S. decision to cancel a planned deployment of American troops to the country. But it turns out the warning had already arrived days earlier.
· Edyta Żemła, Marcin Wyrwał
Chelsea appoint Alonso on four-year deal
Chelsea have appointed former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso as their manager on a four‑year contract, starting in July.
· Bbcsport
Labor’s primary vote slumps after broken promise budget
The federal government’s primary vote has slumped 3 percentage points to just 29 per cent after Labor broke a slew of promises on tax policy, but support has flowed to One Nation rather than the Coalition following the release of the pivotal “tough decisions” budget last Tuesday.
· James Massola
China says preliminary agreement reached with US to lower some tariffs
China’s commerce ministry said on Saturday that Beijing and Washington had struck a preliminary agreement to reduce some tariffs, and also confirmed agricultural and aircraft deals reached during U.S. President Donald Trump's trip to Beijing.
· Jones Hayden
Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia
Three people were killed overnight in a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region, Russian officials have said.
· Toby Mann
Fuel theft couple caught after locals help track them down
After being hit by three fuel thefts in six weeks, local people helped a garage owner track down thieves after she put an appeal on Facebook.
· Eleri Griffiths
Alex Eala opens Strasbourg campaign vs qualifier
MANILA, Philippines — A qualifier will be Alex Eala’s opponent in the opening round of the Internationaux de Strasbourg being held in France.
· The Manila Times
Casemiro's fond farewell - how Brazilian turned Man Utd career around
Casemiro has made 159 appearances and scored 26 goals for Manchester United
· Bbcsport
Ruling party’s local election lead narrows as Seoul race tightens
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Rousey seals perfect ending with 15-second comeback win
Ronda Rousey (left) earned the 10th armbar submission victory of her career
· Bbcsport
Korean retail investors pile back into US tech stocks
South Korean retail investors are pouring back into US equities again as enthusiasm for AI-driven tech rallies overwhelms the government’s campaign to steer money back into the domestic market.
· Lee Han-gyoul
Republican Senator Bill Cassidy pays the price for voting to convict Trump
Cassidy came last in a three-way Louisiana primary race against Trump-backed challenger Julia Letlow
· Bloomberg
Republican Senator Bill Cassidy pays the price for voting to convict Trump
Cassidy came last in a three-way Louisiana primary race against Trump-backed challenger Julia Letlow
· Bloomberg
Starmer considering resigning as UK prime minister – Daily Mail
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering resigning amid a deepening political crisis inside the ruling Labour Party, according to Daily Mail journalist Dan Hodges.
· RT
British jets to get new anti-drone missile systems
British fighter jets in the Middle East will be equipped with new missile systems to make it cheaper to intercept Iranian drones.
· Claire Keenan