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Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 06:03
The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 05:07
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 05:00
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 05:00
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 04:10
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 04:10
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 03:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 03:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 03:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 02:57
Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 02:23
US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 02:07
Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.

'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 23:54
Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 23:49
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 23:11
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 22:59
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.

Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 22:20
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.

Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 22:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 22:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 22:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

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