Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
Tech billionaires in California are fighting a proposed one-time wealth tax. A Google co-founder is leading the charge against the tax, which would generate revenue for health-care services.
Most ships are trying to mask identities while trying to cross the strait. But more seem scared of Iran than of the US.
Four-time F1 World Drivers' Champion's new deal puts to rest rumours that he would exit the team at the end of 2028.
Heatwaves are squeezing growth and productivity while the Iran war drives up Europe's energy costs.
Ukrainian officials say at least 12 people were killed and dozens injured after Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv.
Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has praised the destruction of 10,0000 Palestinian homes in Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not tolerate a Turkish military presence in Syria.
Some 374 million barrels of oil exited the Gulf during 60-day window covered by MoU, Kpler data shows.
Chinese property developer Hui Ka Yan has been sentenced to life in prison. The decision marks a milestone in Evergrande's saga after it collapsed with more than $300 billion in liabilities.
World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka stunned by Sara Bejlek, while French Open champion Alexander Zverev exits after fourth round.
UN warns of surging displacement in Kordofan as power and water infrastructure come under attack in El Obeid.
Messi's 26th-minute goal in the MLS fixture comes just 11 days after the passing of his father Jorge on August 8.
BNP's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is pitted against ex-army officer Oli Ahmed, nominee of Jamaat-led 11-party alliance.
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the United Kingdom for an extended stay starting this fall, but they won't resume their roles as working members of the royal family.
Israel's military on Wednesday announced its first criminal investigations into troop conduct in Gaza, focusing on the killings of 5-year-old Hind Rajab and her family and of 15 Palestinian paramedics
Australia has summoned the Israeli ambassador in anger over the country’s decision not to pursue criminal proceedings.
In a questionnaire, the Pentagon presented a list of questions to 31 NATO allies to determine ‘loyalty’ to the US.
Russian ballistic missiles killed at least six people and injured over two dozen more in Kyiv early on Thursday.