Australia Prepares New Measures as Government Reviews Migration Rules
Canberra: The Australian government is preparing to announce further changes to its migration framework as it reviews the rules governing...
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WMO Releases New Ozone and UV Assessment as World Ozone Day Highlights Climate Protection
The World Meteorological Organization has released its latest Ozone and UV Bulletin, providing a fresh scientific assessment of the condition...
Indonesia Battles Worst Wildfires in 11 Years as Toxic Haze Spreads Across Southeast Asia
Indonesia is facing one of its most severe wildfire crises in more than a decade, with intense fires across Borneo...
China Rapidly Closes AI Gap With the United States as Global Technology Race Intensifies
China is rapidly narrowing the artificial intelligence gap with the United States, according to a new assessment as competition between...
South Sudan Faces Severe Food Aid Shortage as WFP Warns Millions Could Lose Assistance
The United Nations World Food Programme has warned that millions of people in South Sudan could lose access to essential...
China Calls for Restraint as Regional Security Tensions Rise
China's Defence Minister Dong Jun has called on countries to avoid provocative actions and exercise greater caution as tensions continue...
South Korean Foreign Minister Heads to Washington for Talks on Alliance and Regional Security
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is set to travel to Washington for discussions with U.S. Secretary of State Marco...
India Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Warns of Wider Regional Impact
India has expressed concern over the latest Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, saying the escalation could undermine regional stability and...
New Zealand Parliament Passes Free Trade Deal With India
New Zealand’s Parliament has approved a free trade agreement with India, opening a new phase in economic relations between the...
Global Institutions Gain Public Trust as Confidence in Major-Power Leadership Faces Questions
A new international survey covering more than 35,000 people worldwide has found continued support for global cooperation and rising confidence...
Indonesia Ferry Disaster Leaves One Dead as Rescue Teams Search for Missing Passengers
A major search-and-rescue operation is underway in Indonesia after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry encountered severe weather in the Java...
Trump Draws Cheers During Surprise Visit to Pub in Doonbeg, Ireland
President Donald Trump received an enthusiastic welcome during a visit to a members’ bar in Doonbeg, Ireland, according to a...
Houthi Projectile Damages Mosque and Homes in Southern Saudi Arabia
A projectile believed to have been launched by Yemen's Houthi movement struck Saudi Arabia's southern Jazan region, injuring two people...
Modi Calls for Stronger BRICS Cooperation as Global Conflicts Test Emerging Powers
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged BRICS members to strengthen cooperation as wars, geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions and climate-related...
Sweden Votes in Closely Fought Election With Far Right Seeking Government Role
Swedish voters are heading to the polls in a closely watched parliamentary election that could mark a major change in...
Russian Drone Strike Injures Five in Odesa as Residential Areas Are Damaged
At least five people were injured after a Russian drone attack struck the Ukrainian port city of Odesa on Sunday,...
Philippine Ferry Fire Victims May Take Months to Identify
Authorities in the Philippines have warned that identifying victims of a devastating ferry fire could take weeks or even months,...
Australia Marks 25 Years Since September Attacks with Renewed Commitment to Peace
Australia has marked the 25th anniversary of the September terrorist attacks, remembering the people who lost their lives and reflecting...
Democratic Republic of Congo: School Fire in Bukavu Kills at Least 24 Students
A devastating fire swept through two schools in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on September 10, killing at least...
Bangladesh: Dhaka Rejects BRICS Summit Invitation for Prime Minister
Bangladesh has declined an invitation connected to the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi, saying the invitation was extended to...
North Korea: IAEA Raises Alarm Over Expansion of Uranium Enrichment Facilities
North Korea is expanding its nuclear infrastructure, with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reporting the construction of a new...
Pakistan: Islamabad Warns Iran to Rein in Houthi Allies Amid Regional Escalation
Pakistan has urged Iran to use its influence over Yemen’s Houthi movement to prevent further attacks as tensions across the...
Nigeria: Government Moves to Strengthen Gas Investment and Crack Down on Delayed Projects
Nigeria is stepping up efforts to attract investment into its natural-gas sector while putting greater pressure on companies that have...
Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Seeks U.S. Support as Houthi Threat to Red Sea Shipping Escalates
Saudi Arabia is seeking stronger U.S. support as fighting with Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen intensifies and concerns grow over...
Mexico: Government Intensifies Security Operations Against Sinaloa Cartel
Mexico has deployed thousands of troops to Sinaloa, a key stronghold of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel, following a series of...
Argentina: Inflation Eases to 1.7% in August as Milei Government Faces Economic Pressure
Argentina recorded a 1.7% monthly inflation rate in August, the lowest monthly figure in 14 months, according to data from...
Colombia: Former President Urges New Government to Fully Implement FARC Peace Accord
Colombia’s political debate over the country’s long-running internal conflict has intensified after former President Juan Manuel Santos urged newly elected...
Greece: Government Unveils Plan to Cut Electricity Costs by 30%
Greece is preparing a major programme aimed at reducing electricity costs for households and businesses by as much as 30%...
Hungary: Budapest Expels 10 Russian Diplomats Over Security Concerns
Hungary has expelled 10 Russian diplomats, accusing them of activities that were incompatible with diplomatic status. The move represents a...
Türkiye: Central Bank Holds Interest Rate at 37% Amid Persistent Inflation Risks
Türkiye’s central bank has kept its benchmark one-week repo rate unchanged at 37%, maintaining the rate at its current level...
Romania: Bucharest Seeks Stronger EU Support for Black Sea Security
Romania is stepping up efforts to strengthen security around the Black Sea, with interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan asking the...
Czech Republic: Prime Minister Babiš Pushes for a Fairer EU Budget
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has called for the European Union’s next long-term budget to be fairer and better balanced,...
Czech Republic: Central Bank Keeps Key Financial Buffer Unchanged
The Czech National Bank (CNB) has decided to keep the countercyclical capital buffer for Czech banks and credit unions at...
Poland: Warsaw Warns of Possible Russian Threats to Ukraine Border Crossings
Poland has warned that its border crossings with Ukraine could become targets as Russia intensifies attacks on Ukrainian trade routes...
Austria: Government Advances Tax Break for Working Pensioners
Austria is moving ahead with a new tax incentive designed to encourage people to continue working after reaching the statutory...
Belgium: EU Reopens Debate on Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
The European Union is once again exploring ways to use frozen Russian central-bank assets to provide financial support to Ukraine,...
Ireland: Government Faces Growing Pressure Over Rising Energy Bills
Ireland is facing renewed pressure over household energy costs as major electricity suppliers prepare to increase prices, adding to concerns...
Greece: Athens Joins European AI Gigafactories Initiative With €350 Million Funding
Greece has joined a major European initiative aimed at expanding artificial intelligence computing capacity, committing €350 million from its EU...
Vietnam: Vietnam Airlines Plans Five New Airbus A350-900 Aircraft
Vietnam Airlines has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for the purchase of five A350-900 wide-body aircraft, marking another...
Malaysia: King Defers Decision on Former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s Clemency Request
Malaysia’s King, Sultan Ibrahim, has postponed a decision on a new clemency request submitted by former Prime Minister Najib Razak,...
