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Newest first · UTC+11:00Drug addiction counsellor sentenced in Matthew Perry's overdose death
A man involved in the overdose death of Friends star Matthew Perry has been sentenced to two years in prison, US media report.
Starmer hopes to save his job with promise of change - and warnings of chaos
The State Opening of Parliament is the most British of occasions - and today it had the most British of ingredients: royals, regalia and rain.
Spain’s alleged misuse of post-Covid funds sparks fury in frugal northern EU
BRUSSELS — Spain’s alleged misuse of the EU’s post-Covid funds to pay government pensions is triggering outrage in Germany and the Netherlands and reigniting criticism of joint EU debt.
Met Police prepares armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers for dual London protests
The Metropolitan Police has warned that it is preparing for potential violence and hate speech crimes across two protests in London this Saturday.
US Senator Cassidy’s vote to convict Trump looms over Louisiana primary
A Republican senator who broke from his party to vote in favour of convicting US President Donald Trump in impeachment proceedings during his first term is facing a bruising primary challenge in his home state of Louisiana.
German soldiers attacked by NATO ‘haters’ – media
Two German soldiers have been attacked outside the NATO operational headquarters in Brunssum, Netherlands, according to dpa news agency and Der Spiegel. The assailants, who are yet to be identified, reportedly shouted anti-NATO slogans.
Gunfire Erupts Inside Philippine Senate As Former 'Drug War' Enforcer Evades International Arrest Warrant
At least a dozen gunshots rang out inside the Philippine Senate building in Manila earlier on Wednesday as police and marines moved to arrest Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa on an International Criminal Court warrant for alleged crimes against humanity linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte's brutal war on drugs…
Ex-mayor in Kansas town fears deportation in voting controversy
The beloved former mayor of a conservative Kansas town reported to a federal immigration office Wednesday, a possible step toward deportation, months after acknowledging he had voted in elections despite not being a U.S. citizen.
Montenegro enters the endgame for joining the EU
BRUSSELS — Montenegro’s EU bid moved a step closer to the finish line on Wednesday as EU officials began working on the accession treaty that would bring the Western Balkan country into the bloc.
Prosecutors seek seven-year prison term for Sarkozy in Gaddafi case
French prosecutors have requested a seven‑year prison sentence for former president Nicolas Sarkozy in his appeal trial over allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign received illegal funding from Muammar Gaddafi’s Libya — a case that has become one of the most explosive political‑financial scandals of France’…
An iron fist joining a broken club: Inside Mourinho's Real return
There are press conferences and then there are spectacles, not always matching communication strategies.
French prosecutors seek 7-year prison sentence for Nicolas Sarkozy in appeal
FILE- Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy arrives at the appeals courthouse in Paris, France, Monday, March 16, 2026, for his trial over alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign by the government of late Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus, File)
Russian parliament passes bill allowing Putin to invade foreign countries
KYIV — Russia's parliament approved a bill that allows President Vladimir Putin to order the invasion of foreign countries during a session on Wednesday.
Israel's Eurovision entry 'shocked' by protests during semi-final show
Israel's contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest has said he was surprised by protests that disrupted his semi-final performance.
Recalled Robinson one of best bowlers in the world - Key
Robinson has taken 17 wickets at 26.17 in five County Championship outings for Sussex in 2026
EU says countries, not Brussels, should ban LGBTQ+ conversion therapy
BRUSSELS — The European Commission will not enact an EU-wide ban on conversion therapy aimed at changing or suppressing the identity of LGBTQ+ people but will urge countries to outlaw it nationally, in response to a major citizens' petition.
White House counterterror chief links Tucker Carlson to extremism
US President Donald Trump’s counterterrorism director has suggested that two of the president’s loudest critics – Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes – are considered potential left-wing threats by the White House.
EU trumpets its reliability on global health as US slashes foreign aid
As the U.S. and other Western countries pull back from foreign aid, the European Union is trying to position itself as the grown-up still showing up.
Bombshell new California governor poll shows Xavier Becerra surge to the top
A Democrat has finally climbed to the top of the California governor’s race, according to a new poll.
Ex-Spurs chief Levy never imagined relegation fight
"Not in a million years" did Daniel Levy believe Tottenham would be fighting for Premier League survival this season after he stepped down as executive chairman in September.
Brother feared triple killer would take his own life
The brother of the Nottingham attacks killer has said he feared Valdo Calocane was going to take his own life, a public inquiry has heard.
Man shot by police in Bedford was 'harmless', say neighbours
Neighbours have described a man who died after a police shooting as "harmless" and "polite".
CNN’s Harry Enten gives Democrats ‘big-time reality check’ ahead of midterm elections
CNN’s top data cruncher Harry Enten delivered a sobering message for Democrats on Tuesday, warning that Republicans remain firmly competitive ahead of the November midterms despite President Trump’s sagging poll numbers and voter frustration over the rising cost of living.
Can Pakistan deliver a US-Iran deal – or will another power take the lead?
By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, expert and lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Mass Communications, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
4 political parties endorse Macacua in BARMM polls
COTABATO CITY — Four political parties participating in the first Parliament election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have endorsed the candidacy of Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” Macacua for a district seat in Maguindanao del Norte.
Police arrest 351 during Cebu summit security campaign in Central Visayas
LAPU-LAPU CITY — As security forces flooded Cebu for the 48th Asean Leaders’ Summit, the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) arrested 351 individuals during a weeklong anti-criminality campaign that started on May 3.
Taylor named England fielding coach in landmark move
Taylor won the 50-over World Cup with England in 2009 and 2017 and the T20 World Cup in 2009
Globe tops telecom sector in FinanceAsia 2026 Best-Managed Companies Poll
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Saudi Arabia conducted covert attacks on Iran – Reuters
Saudi Arabia conducted covert strikes on Iran during the Middle East war, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing sources.
One in seven prefer consulting AI chatbots to seeing a doctor, UK study shows
Exclusive: Doctors say ‘highly concerning’ poll highlights risk to patients of turning to AI for medical advice
Irish ex-PM caught making anti-African and anti-Muslim comments on election trail
DUBLIN — Ireland’s former Prime Minister Bertie Ahern has landed his party in electoral hot water by making unguarded anti-immigrant comments on the campaign trail.
New LA mayor’s race poll shows undecided voters giving Spencer Pratt huge boost
Spencer Pratt is gaining major ground in the Los Angeles mayoral race, according to a new poll.
Rhun ap Iorwerth reveals new Welsh government ministers
First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth has revealed his ministerial team in Wales' first ever Plaid Cymru government.
French prosecutors seek 7-year sentence for ex-president Sarkozy
He is in an appeal trial on charges that he sought Libyan financing for his 2007 election
French prosecutors seek 7-year sentence for ex-president Sarkozy
He is in an appeal trial on charges that he sought Libyan financing for his 2007 election
Thousands march in EU capital against austerity measures (VIDEO)
Tens of thousands marched through Brussels on Tuesday to protest Belgian federal reforms, rising military spending, and what demonstrators say are insufficient action on soaring energy prices. The rally comes amid an EU-wide energy crisis and rising defense budgets across the bloc.
Disgraced US ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction overturned
A South Carolina court has overturned the 2023 murder convictions of Alex Murdaugh, a disgraced lawyer who was convicted of killing his wife and son.
Bodies of three women recovered from sea off Brighton
The bodies of three women have been recovered from the sea off Brighton.
Disease agency defends ‘European teamwork’ on hantavirus after French jibe
Europe's disease agency chief said EU cooperation on hantavirus had been “very, very strong" after the French Prime Minister called on ministers to work closer together in their response.
Andy Burnham’s camp scrambles to challenge a Wes Streeting leadership bid
LONDON — Wes Streeting looks poised to challenge Keir Starmer’s leadership of Britain’s ruling Labour Party. Now the health secretary’s critics are racing to get an opponent in the game.
Ex-Irish PM Ahern clarifies immigration stance after 'I worry about Africans' recording
Former taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Bertie Ahern has said he has no issue with people who come to Ireland "through the visa and asylum systems" after facing criticism over comments he made on immigration in a video.
Woman isolating on British island in South Pacific after hantavirus contact
A woman is isolating on the Pitcairn Islands, a remote British Overseas Territory in the South Pacific, after travelling on a hantavirus-hit cruise ship.
The lame duck prime minister’s survival guide
LONDON — Boris Johnson once said that “when the herd moves, it moves.” Keir Starmer is trying to stop it trampling him alive.
Wales and Scarlets lock Ball retires aged 34
Lock Jake Ball was part of the 2019 Wales side that won the Grand Slam and reached a World Cup semi-finals
WhatsApp launches totally private 'incognito' conversations with its AI chatbot
WhatsApp has introduced private chats with its AI chatbot which not even the tech company will be able to read in a new "incognito" mode.
Iran rebukes US for expecting ‘letter of surrender’
US President Donald Trump’s rejection of Tehran’s peace terms suggests that he will accept nothing short of surrender, according to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi.
Pete Hegseth to headline DC faith rally with far-right and Christian nationalist speakers
Lineup to include pastor who called Democratic platform ‘demonic’, Christian author who said he would die in fight to overturn 2020 election and rabbi who has defended torture
Moscow invites far-right German politicians to ‘Putin’s Davos’
BERLIN — A top adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited politicians from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party to an economic forum in June in an illustration of how the Kremlin is cultivating ties with Germany’s far right.
Trump arrives in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping
US President Donald Trump descended the steps of Air Force One in Beijing on Wednesday evening, greeted with pomp and pageantry ahead of a high-stakes meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping.