Torrential rain lashed parts of northern India on Monday (September 1), flooding roads and bringing traffic to a standstill in major urban centres including Gurugram and the capital, New Delhi.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum delivered her first State of the Union address on Monday, stressing mutual respect and cooperation as the cornerstone of Mexico’s relationship with the United States.
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro warned on Monday (September 1) that the future of the United States rests with the Supreme Court as it prepares to rule on President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs.
The summer-long transfer saga surrounding Alexander Isak concluded on Monday as Liverpool secured the striker from Newcastle United for a British record fee. The 25-year-old Sweden international joins the English champions on a long-term contract after weeks of stalemate.
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo with immediate effect, following the outcome of an investigation into alleged misconduct, the presidency announced on Monday.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday that the Federal Reserve is and should remain independent, but argued the central bank has “made a lot of mistakes” and defended President Donald Trump’s decision to dismiss Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has grown from a 1996 border security forum into a major Eurasian bloc, now representing nearly half the world’s population. Its 2025 summit in Tianjin highlighted both its expanding reach and its evolving role on the global stage.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that Moscow and Tehran are in regular contact on a broad range of international issues, including developments related to Iran’s nuclear programme.
Israeli forces struck Gaza City’s outskirts overnight with air and ground fire, destroying homes and prompting further civilian displacement. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet was scheduled on Sunday to discuss a plan for a wider operation to take control of the city.
Norway will purchase a fleet of British-built frigates to reinforce its naval strength, the government confirmed on Sunday. The move marks a decisive step in what is expected to be the country’s largest-ever military procurement and a significant boost to NATO’s northern maritime defences.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday cancelled a planned visit to China as nationwide protests spread beyond Jakarta, with several regional parliament buildings set on fire.
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Germany has taken a major step to bolster its defence, with the cabinet approving a draft bill to reintroduce voluntary military service. The move reflects a broader shift in Europe as governments react to security threats from Russia’s war in Ukraine. But what exactly is changing, and why now?
Germany’s cabinet approved a draft bill on Wednesday (August 27) to introduce voluntary military service, as Berlin seeks to strengthen national defence amid heightened security concerns over Russia.
DNA studies reveal humans nearly vanished 900,000 years ago, with populations dropping to just a few thousand. Ancient climate chaos pushed early humans to the brink, shaping the survival story hidden in our genes today.
Nigel Farage, leader of Britain’s anti-migration Reform UK party, unveiled a sweeping plan on Tuesday to scrap human rights protections and enable mass deportations of asylum seekers, a move he said was necessary to avert “major civil disorder.”
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SpaceX launched its 50th Dragon spacecraft mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, delivering 5,000 lbs of supplies and scientific experiments. The CRS-33 mission also supports critical research for future human space exploration.
Ursula von der Leyen has defended the EU-U.S. tariff agreement, calling it a "conscious decision" that prevented a trade war, while responding to Mario Draghi's criticism of the EU's influence in global trade.
Typhoon Kajiki, the 13th of the year, intensified as it struck Hainan's coastal city of Sanya on Sunday, bringing heavy rain, powerful winds, and heightened risks of flash floods and geological disasters. Authorities have activated emergency measures to ensure safety and prevent damage.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, rejected U.S. negotiations and criticized Israel in a speech on August 24, 2025, emphasizing that Iran would not bow to foreign demands and reaffirming the nation's stance on sovereignty and resistance.
On Sunday, August 24, 2025, Russia and Ukraine conducted a significant prisoner exchange, each releasing 146 prisoners of war, facilitated by mediation from the United Arab Emirates. This swap is part of ongoing humanitarian efforts amid the prolonged conflict between the two nations.
South Korea is seeking to restore its relationship with China, which has been tense in recent years, according to the leader of a high-level delegation from Seoul during a visit to Beijing on Sunday, as reported by Yonhap News Agency.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Sunday to celebrate Ukraine's Independence Day, with Carney pledging Canada's continued support and urging stronger deterrence against Russia.
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