CNN’s future unclear as Trump applies pressure

CNN is heading into an uncertain future with its parent company Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) destined for a takeover -- and US President Donald Trump hoping the change will allow him to influence the iconic news network’s programming.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM

US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Previously, Taiwan president announced $40 billion supplementary defence budget
18 December 2025, 13:42 PM

French court jails doctor for life for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12

Patients went into cardiac arrest in suspicious circumstances
18 December 2025, 09:16 AM

Wealthy nations curb labour migration as demand surges

Borders have been tightened despite economies facing urgent labour shortages
18 December 2025, 07:02 AM

Cambodia says Thai military bombs Poipet casino hub on border

Thailand has not commented on the strike as of early Thursday afternoon
18 December 2025, 06:57 AM

Takeaways from Trump's year-end address to the nation

Trump blames Biden for economic and policy issues
18 December 2025, 05:27 AM

Imran’s sons planning to visit Pakistan in January, say ex-premier being held in ‘death cell’

The duo also shared that they were looking to do more advocacy and visit Brussels or Geneva in January to speak to politicians and officials about Imran’s situation
18 December 2025, 04:03 AM

At least 12 killed in Nigeria mining site attack, group says

Tuesday's attack came just days after four children were killed in a nearby village
18 December 2025, 03:46 AM

Israel approves natural gas deal with Egypt, Netanyahu says

Israel signed the export agreement in August with Chevron and its partners, NewMed NWMDp.TA and Ratio
18 December 2025, 03:42 AM

US forces strike 'narco-trafficking' vessel in Pacific, 4 killed

The latest strike brings the death toll up to 99 since the United States began in September striking alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean
18 December 2025, 03:26 AM

Trump promises US 'economic boom' in 2026

'Our country is back, stronger than ever before, Trump said in his speech from the White House
18 December 2025, 03:06 AM

US adds seven countries to full travel ban list

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday expanded a list of countries subject to a full travel ban, prohibiting citizens from an additional seven countries, including Syria, from entering the United States.
17 December 2025, 18:26 PM

More than 100 buildings collapse in Gaza storms

Palestinian Civil Defence spokesperson Mahmoud Basal said yesterday at least 17 residential buildings have completely and 90 partially collapsed since the heavy rains and high winds lashed the enclave.
17 December 2025, 18:24 PM

Rome’s Colosseum metro station reveals ancient treasures

Beyond the entrance of Rome’s newest metro station under the Colosseum, there are display cases filled with hundreds of ancient artefacts found during a decade-long construction project.
17 December 2025, 18:22 PM

Romanian journos back outlet behind graft protests

Dozens of Romanian journalists and several NGOs signed an open letter yesterday backing an under-pressure media outlet whose investigation sparked nationwide anti-corruption protests.
17 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Trump’s Gaza plan: Pak military chief Munir in spotlight

Pakistan’s most powerful military chief in decades faces the toughest test of his newly amassed powers as Washington pushes Islamabad to contribute troops to the Gaza stabilisation force, a move analysts say could spark domestic backlash.
17 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Trump orders ‘blockade’ of sanctioned vessels

US President Donald Trump ordered on Tuesday a “blockade” of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, in Washington’s latest move to increase pressure on Nicolas Maduro’s government, targeting its main source of income.
17 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Alleged killer charged with 15 murders

A man who allegedly opened fire on a Jewish Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s famed Bondi Beach has been charged with 59 offences, including murder and terrorism, police said yesterday.
17 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Nobel Peace laureate Machado doing well despite injured back, no longer in Oslo

Fractured a vertebra while fleeing to Oslo to receive award
17 December 2025, 15:11 PM
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