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Has the US-Iran ceasefire reset the clock on War Powers Act deadline?

Defence secretary claims hostilities have ceased, but lawmakers say US forces remain active despite halted air raids.

Falklands claim: Can Argentina’s Milei use Trump ties to challenge the UK?

As US-UK relations nosedive, questions are mounting over whether Trump might shift Washington's position on the islands.

Who profits big from the war on Iran?

Who profits big from the war on Iran?

Israel releases all but two activists in Greece after intercepting Gaza aid flotilla

The Global Sumud Flotilla denounced the interception as "piracy", while Israel's foreign ministry called the flotilla a "PR stunt".

Despite growth and pay rises, Greek workers are among the poorest in Europe

Inflation has robbed them of a third of their income since the post-2009 global financial crisis, statistics show.

More than 40 Iranian seafarers killed during US-Israeli war: Union leader

The Iranian Merchant Mariners Syndicate blamed US and Israeli attacks on Iran's ports and commercial fleet for deaths.

Deadly Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon despite ceasefire

Seventeen people - including two children - were killed, according to Lebanon's health ministry.

UK police charge man over stabbing of two Jewish men in London

British officials have raised the national terrorism threat to its second-highest level.

Fears for British couple detained in Iranian prison after inmates are executed

A British couple detained in Iran fear for their lives following the routine executions of fellow inmates and brutal fights regularly breaking out in the prison where they are…

What do Ukraine’s robot soldiers mean for the future of warfare?

Remote-controlled weapons have been used for some time, but AI is now on the cusp of making battlefield decisions.

On May Day, Gaza’s workers find whatever source of income they can

Gaza's economic collapse leaves workers in perilous jobs, with unemployment soaring amid ongoing devastation.

Why is piracy rising off Somalia again — and is the Iran war responsible?

At least four vessels have been hijacked in the past week or two, raising fears of a piracy resurgence.

Brazil's Congress approves plan to drastically cut Bolsonaro's jail term

Last year ex-president Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in jail for plotting a coup after losing an election.

Timberwolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs

Meanwhile, the Celtics-76ers playoff heads for a decisive Game 7 after Philadelphia beat Boston 106-93.

British couple jailed in Iran: 'We're likely to be here for a long time'

Lindsay and Craig Foreman are facing the reality of a 10-year prison sentence following their arrest in Iran while on a motorcycle tour last year.

Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says

The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.

Former Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80,000 mac-and-cheese scheme

The Texas man allegedly refunded the orders of hundreds of catering-sized mac-and-cheese trays to his personal credit cards.

Violence in Australian town after arrest of man over girl's murder

Unrest took place outside hospital where man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl was being treated.

New Banksy sculpture appears to show politician blinded by his own flag

Banksy has unveiled a new sculpture of a man stepping off a stone base with his face obscured by a flag.

Condemnation and protests against Israel’s raid of Gaza aid flotilla

Israel has provoked international condemnation for its interception of Gaza-bound aid boats in international waters.

Trump signs bill to end record shutdown over immigration enforcement

The shutdown caused chaos in airports across the US as politicians feuded over funds for Trump's immigration crackdown.

China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation

The zero-tariff regime gives China's soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts.

It's not just oil: Iran war also threatens Asia's food security

Planting season is beginning in Asia - but the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Chinese restrictions has hit fertiliser supply.

Iran war live: Tehran says US ports siege ‘intolerable’; Trump mulls action

Israeli attacks on Lebanon killed at least 2,586 people and wounded more than 8,000 since March 2, local media report.

Venice Biennale jury resigns days before start of exhibition

It follows growing tensions over the return of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Venice Biennale jury resigns days before start of top art exhibition

It follows growing tensions over the return of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

New CCTV footage appears to shows when shots were fired at Washington press dinner

The video was released after claims that a secret service member sustained injuries in an act of 'friendly fire'.

Palestine FA chief hits out at Israel federation VP at FIFA Congress

Palestine and Israel representatives had been lined up close together at the FIFA Congress in Canada.

Britney Spears charged in California with driving under influence

The pop star is facing one misdemeanour count of driving under the influence of any alcohol and drug.

US gas reaches $4.30 per gallon; Trump says prices will drop after Iran war

Price of petrol in US jumps by nearly 30 cents in one week amid Strait of Hormuz blockade and Iran diplomatic deadlock.

Palestinians mourn football loving teenager killed by Israeli army

Mourners in Hebron laid to rest 16-year-old Ibrahim al-Khayatt who was shot in the chest by Israeli soldiers.

Palestinian journalist released from Israeli prison unrecognisable

Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi was released from Israeli prison with severe weight loss, showing signs of torture

Hegseth testifies on Iran war before Senate committee: Key takeaways

Pentagon chief testifies alongside top general for second day, in first public Congressional hearings since war began.

US House votes to end record shutdown over immigration enforcement

The vote provides funding for most Department of Homeland Security agencies, except for two subagencies responsible for immigration enforcement.

How is Israel replicating its Gaza tactics in Lebanon?

Widespread Israeli attacks on civilian targets in Lebanon are a repeated tactic from Gaza.

Passengers pulled from water after learner driver crashes bus into major European river

Four people have been rescued from the River Seine in Paris after a trainee bus driver crashed through a barrier and into the water.

Iran won't be booted out of World Cup and will play in US, says FIFA boss

The head of FIFA has said Iran will still compete at the World Cup and play matches in the US because "we have to unite".

Deadly Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon despite ceasefire

At least nine people - including two children - were killed, according to Lebanon's health ministry.

Bayesian superyacht sinking didn't happen due to storm, investigators find

An ongoing investigation into the sinking of the Bayesian superyacht has found bad weather was not severe enough to cause its deadly capsizing, Sky News understands.

Mexico’s Sheinbaum questions US claims of drug ties to Sinaloa governor

US prosecutors unsealed an indictment charging Ruben Rocha and nine others over alleged Sinaloa cartel links.

Iran will play World Cup games in US according to FIFA chief Infantino

Iran's place at the US cohosted 2026 event has been in doubt since the US-Israeli war on their country.

Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest

The move comes as part of a larger prisoner pardon tied to a Buddhist religious holiday.

Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options

Axios reported that US Central Command has prepared a plan for a wave of "short and powerful" strikes on Iran.

UN chief calls for immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

US falls to ‘historic low’ in press freedom tracker: RSF

Reporters Without Borders warns of 'press freedom crisis' in US amid media consolidation, Trump policies.

Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says

The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.

Trainee driver crashes bus into River Seine

The driver hit a parked car and veered off the road into the river - about 12 miles south of Paris - early on Thursday.

Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding, while league appoints new chairman

League says it wants to move towards an investment model involving multiple partners and team franchises.

Massive sea lion makes rare appearance in San Francisco

Steller sea lions are more commonly found in the colder waters of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, making sightings in the Bay Area less common.

Has the US Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act – and how?

Ruling, called 'big win' by Trump, will result in redistricting in Louisiana, but it will have farther-reaching effects.