News Commentary
Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
Building collapse in Brooklyn kills two, injures more than a dozen
Rescue crews search for victims as Mayor Mamdani says first responders arrived one minute after emergency call.
Mother reunites with sons taken under Pinochet regime 40 years ago
A Chilean mother has finally embraced her sons for the first time in 40 years since they were taken under Pinochet.
World's fastest ocean liner is sunk to break another record: largest artificial reef
The SS United States broke trans-Atlantic speed records. On Wednesday, it was sunk off the Florida coast and will become a diving destination and home for marine life.
Australian teen missing in bush for six days rescued alive
The 17-year-old's mum has joked that he is "grounded for life" and "never leaving the house again".
Indonesian VP resigns over education qualification row
Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned amid a dispute over his educational qualifications.
Argentina’s Milei cries as he bids farewell to the Pope
President Javier Milei became visibly emotional as he said goodbye to Pope Leo XIV.
Three-storey building collapses in Brooklyn
A three-storey building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, killing at least two people and injuring several others.
What could Chinese intelligence have learned from Nvidia CEO’s affair?
Nvidia says no secrets were compromised, but experts question what sensitive information may have been exposed.
Israel strikes intensive care at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital
Gaza's Civil Defence says an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least six people.
Former Italian Red Brigades member escapes house arrest in Argentina
Bertulazzi used a rope and harness to climb down from a fifth-floor apartment and evade authorities in Argentina.
Nvidia shares plunge amid reports board to discuss CEO Huang’s future
Chip giants stock price falls more than 8 percent amid speculation over co-founder's position.
Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Guard at memorial site can be heard yelling at group to 'maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times'.
Nigeria's president launches re-election manifesto but can he regain voters' trust?
For Nigerians to feel meaningful improvements, reforms will need to go beyond the promises outlined, analysts say.
Why the US, Mexico and Guatemala may lose their measles-free status
An independent commission is reviewing whether countries in the Americas still meet measles elimination criteria.
Cameroon: Who is really calling the shots?
Biya’s absences raise questions about who holds power and what comes next in Cameroon.
Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
An army sentinel guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Arlington National Cemetery has reprimanded Hegseth.
US election results could be positive for Lebanon, Hezbollah chief says
Naim Qassem says Republican losses and Israel's election result could help Lebanon maintain sovereignty.
Iran war live: Tehran warns of wider retaliation; Israel kills in Gaza
Israel orders military to step up preparations for possible attack on Iran as Tehran says it will retaliate if attacked.