News Commentary
Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
UK author M John Harrison’s End of Everything wins Booker Prize
The book uses dark humour and elusive narratives to cast a futuristic lens on modern politics post-calamity.
Pakistan TV anchor allegedly shot dead at home by her husband
Pakistan TV anchor Rabiya Ahsan was shot dead at home. Police are probing her husband's claim of accidental firing.
House Republicans to elect a new leader as they look to rebuild from midterm defeat
After sweeping losses in the midterm elections, the House GOP will vote on Tuesday to elect a successor to Mike Johnson, who says he's stepping down as the chamber's top Republican.
The Democratic Party gained power across the country in the midterms. Now what?
Voters handed Democrats the keys to power across the country and expect them to drive in a different direction. Party leaders are now trying to figure out which way to go.
Is honesty always the best policy? When to speak up — or stay silent
Should you tell your boss she's got food on their face? Your partner you hate their outfit? Social psychologist Vanessa Bohns shares advice on when to tell someone the truth — or keep your mouth shut.
How word of mouth is helping an Amish community's fight against measles
In Pennsylvania, health officials use a quiet vaccination campaign designed to win the trust of the state's Amish community, which has been hit hard by the measles outbreak.
What is Hasina’s game plan as she seeks a passport to return to Bangladesh?
The ousted leader faces the prospect of being hanged upon return for her violent suppression of the 2024 uprising.
Nvidia spy scandal fuels debate over chip exports to China
US lawmakers call for tighter restrictions on chip sales amid inquiry into Nvidia CEO's relationship with alleged spy.
Morning news brief
The House could vote this week to impeach Pete Hegseth, Trump's shares mixed messaging on next steps in Iran, the investigation continues into Nvidia CEO's alleged relationship with Chinese spy.
Watch: Man smashes Chinese government building with excavator
Police say they have detained a 47-year-old suspect and no one was injured in the incident.
Three workers die at Tata’s iPhone parts plant in India’s Tamil Nadu
The workers had inhaled gas while inspecting an external nano-filtration tank, a district official says.
Police officer dies and another injured after backpack explosion in Oviedo
Officers attended the scene in connection with a separate incident at a residential building in the city.
Are your supplements fake?
That protein powder in your cupboard might not be all protein, and those creatine gummies might be candy.
UFC CEO Dana White takes the White House podium during Washington visit
During his visit to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington, Dana White answers questions at the White House.
California voters reject billionaire tax
The proposed measure would have imposed a one-time 5 percent tax on Californian billionaires to fund healthcare.
What powers does Netanyahu have as Israel’s interim PM?
As Israel faces political gridlock, Netanyahu wields caretaker powers to manage security and disrupt his rivals.
US moves aircraft from second UK base over ‘threat from Iran’
Two refuelling tankers and several other aircraft diverted from RAF Mildenhall airbase to other locations, WSJ reports.
DR Congo sentences 66 soldiers to death for being 'cowards'
The Congolese army's fight against rebel groups has long been hampered by disarray within its ranks.