Trump says he had ‘good talk’ with Putin on Iran and Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with US counterpart Donald Trump, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Wednesday, adding that the two leaders...
US Supreme Court curbs race-based voting maps in landmark ruling
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday sharply limited the use of race in drawing electoral districts, in a decision that could reshape congressional maps...
Man charged with trying to kill Trump took photo with knife in hotel
The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and kill US President Donald Trump took a picture of himself...
Iran war price tag hits US$25 billion as Hegseth defends record Pentagon budget
The two-month war with Iran has cost about US$25 billion, a Pentagon official told lawmakers on Wednesday, as US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defended...
Trump says blockade on Iran could last for months, oil hits US$119 a barrel
US President Donald Trump warned Tehran on Wednesday that it should “get smart soon” and capitulate to Washington’s demands for tight controls on its...
Sweden targets social media giants over ‘murder adverts’ recruiting children
Sweden’s government said on Wednesday it planned to introduce legislation requiring social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat to take down criminal gangs’ ‘murder...
Chips, oil and Iran: why US is raising pressure on China before Xi-Trump talks
The United States is stepping up pressure on China across multiple strategic fronts, in moves analysts say could strengthen US President Donald Trump’s hand...
China Southern Airlines orders Airbus jets worth US$21b as Boeing deal remains rumour
Airbus secured an order for 137 A320neo jets from Chinese airlines, extending the European company’s edge in one of aviation’s most contested markets as...
UK police say London stabbing of 2 Jewish men is terrorist incident
London police say the stabbing of two Jewish men on Wednesday has been declared a terrorist incident. Metropolitan Police say they are investigating whether...