China responds to proposed Russian oil sanctions
US Senator Marco Rubio introduced a bill intended to punish Beijing for buying energy supplies from Moscow Beijing pushed back on Tuesday against a proposal by US Senator Marco Rubio…
European court upholds broadcasting ban on Russia’s RT
The Kremlin warns of retaliatory measures against Western media after the ruling by Luxembourg-based General Court. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Why is Pelosi’s possible Taiwan trip piquing US-China tensions?
Beijing has warned of ‘strong’ response as White House reportedly seeks to discourage trip by the powerful legislator. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Iran releases British-American Morad Tahbaz on bail
The 66-year-old environmentalist, who also holds Iranian citizenship, was arrested in January 2018, accused of espionage Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
All you need to know about Liberia’s new dual citizenship law
The law, which ends a 1973 ban on dual nationality, is partly due to extensive campaigning by Liberians in the diaspora. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US fears for EU unity amid gas cuts – CNN
The reduction of gas supplies has caused panic on both sides of the Atlantic, US officials told the broadcaster The US administration is working “furiously” behind the scenes to keep…
Pelosi’s flight to Taiwan may provoke Chinese warplane ‘escort’ – media
Beijing could declare a no-fly zone to dissuade the US House Speaker from visiting Taipei China may use warplanes and missile drills in order to prevent Speaker of the US…
US has been brought to its knees – Trump
The former president claims his country is suffering one ‘historic humiliation’ after another The United States has become “a beggar nation,” former President Donald Trump said during a speech at…
France’s Macron in Benin to discuss security and culture
President Macron continues his visit to three African countries to improve relations with former colonies. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Kenya allows candidates convicted for corruption to contest polls
The anti-corruption watchdog recommended that 241 candidates be disqualified from running, but only five were. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Rising anti-refugee sentiment leads to debate in Turkey
Amid economic crisis and election mood, tensions between Turks and refugees increase as Ankara slowly shifts policies. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Price tag for fighting monkeypox in US revealed – media
The White House believes it may need $7 billion to combat the outbreak, the Washington Post reports The Biden administration has estimated that it may need almost $7 billion from…
Maya: A Tiger’s Tale
The world of a captive Bengal tiger in an Iranian zoo is turned upside down after she tastes freedom for the first time. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Pope’s Canada visit ‘doesn’t heal’ wounds of Indigenous survivors
For many Indigenous survivors of abuse in Canada, the papal tour is a reminder of the ‘horrors’ committed against them. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Saudi police arrest Egyptian TikTok star for ‘immoral’ video
Tala Safwan is accused of talking in a sexual manner after filming a live video chat on TikTok with a female friend. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Now it’s Bangladesh’s turn to ask the IMF for a loan
The finance minister told a local newspaper that while the country has asked for a loan, it is ‘in no way in trouble’. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
UK railway workers stage nationwide strike as inflation worsens
Wages have failed to keep pace with UK inflation, currently at a 40-year high and set to worsen. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Photos: Powerful earthquake strikes Philippines
The quake has killed at least four people, injured dozens and damaged buildings in the northern Philippines. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Key takeaways from former President Trump’s return to US capital
Trump hinted at 2024 run, repeated unfounded claims of election fraud and re-upped themes from his previous campaigns. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest