Can Congress really stop a president from waging war? Not quite—but it can send a message. And that’s exactly what the Republican-controlled US Senate has done. In a rare bipartisan move, the Senate voted 50-48 to approve a measure. The measure urges President Donald Trump to either end US involvement in the Iran conflict or
A major industrial accident in Qatar’s key energy hub has raised fresh concerns after an explosion at a factory left dozens injured and several people missing. Qatar’s Interior Ministry said the blast in Ras Laffan Industrial City was caused by a “technical accident.” The incident injured 54 people, while rescue teams continued searching for 18
A senior UK cabinet resignation has thrown fresh pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer — but is this just a political disagreement? Or something more serious about Britain’s defence future? Defence Secretary John Healey has dramatically quit, accusing the government and Treasury of failing to allocate enough funding for national security. In a strongly worded
Can a visit to Taiwan really get elected politicians banned from entering China? For four New Zealand MPs, the answer is now yes. In an unprecedented move, China has imposed a one-year travel ban on four New Zealand lawmakers after they visited Taiwan in May. The decision marks the first time Beijing has sanctioned New
What’s happening beneath the ocean’s surface—and why are some of the world’s biggest military powers suddenly paying so much attention to it? The US, UK and Australia have unveiled plans to develop advanced underwater drones. Designed to protect vital seabed infrastructure, including internet cables and pipelines. The project, part of the Aukus security pact, is
What happens when two of the world’s most powerful leaders meet just days after a high-stakes US-China summit? In Beijing this week, the answer was clear: Russia and China want the world to know their partnership is still rock solid. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping used their latest summit to push
Another Ebola outbreak. Another wave of fear. And this time, health officials are deeply worried about how quickly it could spread. Africa’s top public health agency has declared an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. After at least 246 cases and 65 deaths were reported in Ituri province. A region already struggling with
More than 200,000 people have now crossed into the UK in small boats since official tracking began in 2018. A staggering number — but what does it really say about Britain’s border debate today? According to the latest UK government figures, the total has now reached 200,013 arrivals, after 70 migrants crossed the Channel in
What begins as an ordinary journey can turn into a nightmare in seconds—so what really happened on a busy highway in Bogota’s southwest? A powerful explosion tore through the Pan-American Highway in Cauca, leaving twisted buses, overturned cars, and a gaping crater in its wake. The scale of destruction raises a chilling question: was this
Ever wondered what the future of cars looks like when it’s no longer just about driving—but about AI, robots, and even flying machines? In Beijing, the answer was on full display as thousands packed the world’s biggest auto show, phones out, snapping selfies beside China’s latest electric vehicles. The massive expo felt more like a
Imagine buying baby food—something meant to nourish—and discovering it could be deadly. That’s the chilling reality unfolding in Burgenland, where authorities are racing to track down jars of HiPP found to contain rat poison. It started with a close call. A customer noticed something off in a carrot and potato purée jar—thankfully, their baby never
What was meant to be a joyful gathering… turned into a nightmare in seconds. At least 30 people are feared dead after a stampede at the historic Citadelle Laferrière—a place that usually tells stories of pride, not tragedy. It happened during an Easter event packed with students and tourists. The crowd was huge. Excitement was
