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Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
What’s the Falklands oil project at the heart of latest UK-Argentina spat?
UK says it will defend its interests at Tribunal hearing, as Argentina seeks measures to block the offshore project.
'My darling girl, you are everything to me' - auctioned letters reveal WWI love story
How two strangers and love letters from Gunner Willie Webber to wife Gladys led to a unique act of remembrance.
Spain’s first general strike in 14 years begins
Strike disrupts public transport and industries amid demands for housing reform ahead of November 29 elections.
US Treasury chief Bessent moved to military base after ‘Iranian threats’
Iran is said to have geo-located Bessent's $12.5m mansion in Washington, DC after a photo of it was published.
Gaza’s infrastructure collapse leaves residents defenceless against floods
Winter weather has continued to wreak havoc in Gaza, with flooding and strong winds.
Iran-backed trio accused of plotting attacks on U.K. base hosting U.S. jets
Iran-backed operatives have been charged over nearly 20 attacks, including a plot on a U.K. base housing U.S. troops. Separately, a U.S. soldier is held in the U.K. on Russia spying claims.
Morning News Brief: Hegseth impeachment, new House GOP leader, UK probes base plot
Republicans block Hegseth impeachment, Trump ally picked to lead House GOP minority, UK investigates alleged Iran-backed plot.
Independent Rep. Kevin Kiley says voters want 'checks and balances' in government
Rep. Kevin Kiley, a former Republican turned independent, lost his reelection bid. He discusses what went wrong for the GOP, the challenges of the two-party system and how Congress could work better.
Oil giant ExxonMobil left Venezuela years ago. Now it's considering a return
ExxonMobil has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Venezuelan government and its state-owned oil company to explore opportunities in the country.
U.S. officials look to Europe to learn how to make prison better
American prison officials are looking to European nations like Germany and Norway for a roadmap on how to design a prison that emphasizes rehabilitation and a successful return to life on the outside.
Both sides now? Critics slam DOJ moves to dismiss convictions of Trump allies
The DOJ moved to dismiss criminal convictions of former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and of the Oath Keepers, in what it calls "the interests of justice." Critics are crying foul.
AI hoaxes are deceiving 911 dispatchers, and they're only getting harder to detect
Swatters are increasingly using AI technology that creates synthetic voices or sound effects to generate remarkably believable fake emergency calls to law enforcement.
Your guide to hosting a flavorful, cozy and stress-free Thanksgiving
Whether you're hosting friendsgiving or Thanksgiving, we've got foolproof turkey recipes, advice on how to stay present while hosting, and directions on how to create a stunning floral arrangement.
Volunteer musicians play songs for veterans who are hospitalized
Volunteer musicians play for veterans and others who are hospitalized. They're part of Musicians On Call, a group that spreads the healing power of music.
Pakistan women’s captain Fatima Sana calls for gender equality in cricket
Fatima Sana 'dreams of a time' when the men's and women's cricket teams are treated as equals.
Spain's first general strike in 14 years demands solutions to housing crisis
Less than three weeks before a national election that could catapult the far right to power, Spain's workers are striking on Wednesday to demand that the government remedy the nation's housing crisis.
Pakistan’s PTI demands access to jailed Khan after overnight hospital visit
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan is taken to a government hospital in Islamabad for treatment and returned to prison.
Tearful Smith switches allegiance to Netherlands
Tatjana Smith, South Africa's most decorated Olympian, switches allegiance to the Netherlands.