Natural disasters hit global economy for $220bn in 2025: Swiss Re
Natural disasters hit global economy for $220bn in 2025: Swiss Re LA wildfires caused $40bn in insured losses, making it the costliest ever disaster of its kind. The wildfire that…
Why are French farmers objecting to EU-Mercosur trade deal?
EXPLAINER Why are French farmers objecting to EU-Mercosur trade deal? France wants stronger safeguards for farmers and is urging the EU to delay a vote on Mercosur, threatening imports. French…
Australia mourns as details of Bondi shooting victims emerge
Tributes are pouring in for the 15 people killed in a shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach.
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado injured on covert Nobel Prize trip
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado injured on covert Nobel Prize trip President Maduro’s rival was hurt as she sped on a boat through choppy waters in secret escape from hiding to…
The real reason Israel wants to open the Rafah crossing
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“Extremely unlikely” Russia and Ukraine will reach ceasefire
“We’re going to remain in the context of ongoing war.”
‘Ready to murder?’ How criminal networks in Sweden recruit children to kill
It is the summer of 2024, and a 13-year-old boy has just been added to a private Signal group by a recruiter with a menacing username. A message soon appears…
South Korea indicts ex-leader Yoon over power plot provoking North
South Korea indicts ex-leader Yoon over power plot provoking North Jailed former president accused of a plot to provoke military aggression from North to help consolidate his rule. South Korea’s…
How gangs are recruiting children to kill in Sweden
Children are being recruited by gangs in Sweden to carry out murders, move weapons, and set off grenades.
Kast vs Jara: Chile votes in polarising presidential run-off
Kast vs Jara: Chile votes in polarising presidential run-off Chileans gear up to cast their ballots in run-off election, with far-right candidate Jose Kast gaining ground in polls. Army officers…