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Farage vs Count Binface: hard-right leader's UK poll gambit
British anti-immigrant politician Nigel Farage faces the embarrassing prospect of going head-to-head with perennial joke candidate Count Binface in a by-election after he decided to quit parliament.
IMF cuts 2026 world growth forecast, flags risks from new Mideast fighting
The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection again Wednesday, flagging "uncertainty and risks" to the economic outlook as fighting reignited in the Middle East.
Trump tempers fury to end NATO summit on high note
US President Donald Trump offered NATO allies an unexpected warm embrace as they wrapped up a key summit Wednesday after earlier lashing out at them over their response to his war on Iran.
Oil shoots back up, stocks slide as Trump says Iran ceasefire over
Oil prices soared anew and stock markets slid Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was over, following renewed strikes in the Middle East.
Istanbul mayor ejected from court in corruption case
Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul and a leading opposition figure, was removed again from court on Wednesday, at the latest hearing in his trial for corruption, Turkish media said.
What is going on with Farage's UK election gambit?
British anti-immigrant politician Nigel Farage faces the embarrassing prospect of going head-to-head with perennial joke candidate Count Binface in a snap election after he decided to quit parliament.
Oil prices surge, stocks slide as Trump says Iran ceasefire over
Oil prices soared and stock markets slid Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was over, following renewed strikes in the Middle East.
Sunken wrecks, hot seas threaten fishermen on Italian isle
Once the beating heart of this Italian island community, fishermen on Lampedusa are under pressure on multiple fronts, from nets ripped by sunken migrant wrecks to a warming Mediterranean Sea.
Trump lashes out at allies as key NATO summit begins
US President Donald Trump lashed out at NATO allies Wednesday at a summit in Ankara, as the fallout from his war with Iran threatened to overshadow the key gathering.
Trump says Iran ceasefire 'is over'
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday the ceasefire with Iran was "over" following major exchanges of fire between US forces and the Islamic republic.
Modi visits Australia for minerals talks and rockstar welcome
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Australia on Wednesday ahead of talks tipped to focus on defence ties, critical minerals and securing prized uranium.
Iraq's holy cities host funeral processions for Khamenei
Crowds thronged the streets of Najaf on Wednesday as the coffin of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei moved through the holy city in a procession devoted to Iraq, home to Shia Islam's most sacred shrines.
Pacific nation of Tuvalu condemns Chinese missile launch into Pacific
The tiny Pacific island nation of Tuvalu on Wednesday expressed "grave and serious concern" over a Chinese test of a long-range missile that landed in the Pacific Ocean near its waters.
How a viral post sparked India's Gen-Z protest
Engineering graduate Abhijeet Dipke said he didn't intend to spark a student movement, after India's chief justice reportedly likened young people who criticised the government to "cockroaches" and "parasites".
Oil prices extend rally as US strikes on Iran revive geopolitical fears
Oil prices extended a surge on Wednesday as the Middle East crisis burst back into the spotlight with US forces launching fresh strikes on Iran after an attack on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump, NATO allies to begin key talks at Turkey summit
After a pomp-filled welcome in Ankara where his NATO allies were at pains to keep him onside, US President Donald Trump was to get down to the hard business of the summit on Wednesday.
World Cup exit puts another nail in America's summer of fun
Americans wanted a summer of fun. They got a giant Donald Trump cage fight instead.
US revokes Iran oil waiver after Hormuz tanker attacks
The United States revoked a temporary sanctions waiver for Iranian oil Tuesday after three tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, raising pressure on Tehran as it negotiates with Washington over ending the Middle East war.
Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance
It is Donald Trump's signature dance, but triumphant Belgian footballers stole his "Y.M.C.A." moves after he intervened before the match in which they knocked the United States out of the World Cup.
Colombia president-elect accuses outgoing leader of 'coup' plotting
Colombia's hard-right president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, claimed on Tuesday that outgoing left-wing leader Gustavo Petro was planning a "coup" and ordered the military to "protect" the country's democracy.
IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 LA Games as anthem, flag ban remains
More than four years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the International Olympic Committe (IOC) on Tuesday lifted some restrictions allowing their athletes compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Turkish delight: Trump revels in Erdogan's lavish welcome
From Ottoman warriors in suits of armour to a marble palace and fighter jets, US President Donald Trump got the kind of welcome he loves in Turkey on Tuesday.
Nigeria's Dangote confirms Lamu, Kenya for east Africa mega-refinery
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, will build a 700,000-barrels per day east African oil refinery in Lamu on the Kenya coast, a senior company official said Tuesday, ending speculation over the mega-project's location.
UK hard-right leader Farage resigns as MP to force snap vote in finances row
British anti-immigrant politician Nigel Farage announced Tuesday he would resign as a member of parliament to run in a snap by-election, in a high-stakes gamble following intense scrutiny over his finances.
Macron says Syria must not be destabilised after bombs wound 18
French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that Syria must not be destabilised after twin bomb attacks near the Damascus hotel where he spent the night, during a landmark state visit to a country emerging from years of civil war.
Trump berates NATO, praises Erdogan as summit starts
US President Donald Trump praised his "chemistry" with Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan as he arrived in Ankara for a NATO summit Tuesday, while hitting out at European allies for their response to his war in Iran.
UK hard-right leader resigns as MP to force snap vote in finances row
British anti-immigrant politician Nigel Farage announced Tuesday he would resign as a member of parliament to run in a snap by-election, in a high-stakes gamble following scrutiny over his finances.
Stocks hit by AI concerns as oil rises on tanker attack
Stock markets traded mixed Tuesday as investors tracked concerns over the AI sector's outlook, while oil prices climbed after two tankers were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz.
US trade gap in May widens to biggest in over a year
The US trade deficit widened sharply in May to its largest in over a year as imports rose, government data showed Tuesday, with analysts noting that businesses could be gearing up for further tariffs.
France's Le Pen put under house arrest, presidential run in doubt
French far-right chief Marine Le Pen's political future remained uncertain Tuesday after a court sentenced her to a year under house arrest, potentially hampering a campaign for next year's presidential elections when her party has its strongest chance yet of winning power.
Kenya, Tanzania shut down protest anniversaries
Kenya and Tanzania both deployed a massive police presence on Tuesday to prevent protests as the east African nations increasingly take a zero-tolerance approach to demonstrations.
France's Le Pen arrives in court for key ruling in race for president
France's far-right chief Marine Le Pen arrived in court Tuesday for a key verdict that will determine if she can run in next year's presidential elections, when her party has its best chance yet of winning power.