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14:32
Jordan's tourism industry struggling as Gaza war deters visitors
A crisis across the region's tourism industry since the start of the Israel-Hamas war is being felt acutely in Jordan. Flight bookings to the country were down 35% year-on-year between September and October according to experts.
14:05
Israeli military said it plans to reopen a crossing into Gaza for more aid
The Israeli military said it plans to reopen the Kissufim crossing into central Gaza so that the flow of aid into the Strip can be increased.
11:42
EU considers replacing Russian LNG imports with those from the US
The European Union could consider replacing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports with those from the United States. The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said it would be cheaper to buy it from America.
10:33
Bomb blast in Pakistan kills at least 24 people and injures dozens at a railway station
Dozens have died after a bomb blast hit a railway station in southwestern Pakistan. No group has claimed responsibility.
09:00
UN: 'Strong likelihood' famine imminent in north Gaza
It's likely that northern Gaza will rapidly be hit by famine according to a warning from the United Nations. The UN reiterated a warning from a committee of global food security experts on Friday who says the humanitarian situation is "extremely grave".
07:25
Germany's Habeck declares chancellorship bid
German Economy Minister Robert Habeck announces his candidacy for chancellor on behalf of the Greens. A key figure in climate policy, he recently returned to social media with a video showing a bracelet that reads “Chancellor Era,” fuelling speculation on Friday.
13:53
Mysterious Illness Caused Deaths in Sudan's Al-Hilaliya Amid RSF Siege
Local hospitals are overrun by a mysterious illness. The Sudanese town of al-Hilalya has seen at least 73 deaths according to local doctors. It comes as violence and displacement in eastern El Gezira state continue to intensify. It has been under siege by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
13:04
Singapore's banks project better loan growth in 2025 as rates drop
OCBC and UOB, Singapore’s second and third largest banks, project stronger loan growth in 2025 after exceeding third-quarter profit expectations. This outlook follows recent U.S. rate cuts, though geopolitical uncertainties could still impact markets, said OCBC’s CEO Helen Wong.
12:43
Germany's Chancellor Scholz under pressure to trigger an election soon
Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz is under pressure to trigger a new election, after the coalition government collapsed on 6 November after Scholz fired his finance minister.
10:30
TSMC Reaffirms $65 Billion US Investment Plan Despite Trump’s Election Victory
The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to its $65 billion investment in U.S. semiconductor factories. It's despite President-Elect Donald Trump concerns over Taiwan's role in the U.S. semiconductor industry.
08:23
Wildfire near Los Angeles burns dozens of homes
A wildfire near Los Angeles has forced more than 10,000 people to evacuate as strong winds drive flames into neighbourhoods, destroying homes. Firefighters are battling intense Santa Ana winds as the fire spreads across 20,000 acres, threatening thousands more residents
07:41
U.S. Federal Reserve slash interest rates by 25 basis points
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% to 4.5%-4.75% as inflation cools and labor market weakens. This follows a weak October jobs report, showing only 12,000 new jobs, and downward revisions for August and September. The easing cycle began in September with a 0.5% cut.
14:21
Scholz must hold immediate confidence vote, says German opposition
Germany’s coalition government collapsed over budget disputes, sparking political turmoil. Opposition leader Friedrich Merz urges an immediate confidence vote, while Chancellor Scholz plans a vote in January, leading to elections by March.
13:06
Under Trump, a unified Congress could push through tax and spending cuts
Trump's Republicans are set to gain control of Congress, pushing an agenda of tax cuts, border security, and deregulation. However, their plan could add trillions to the national debt, challenging their goal of reducing the $35 trillion deficit.
11:25
2024 will be world's hottest on record, EU scientists say
2024 is on track to become the hottest year on record, warns the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, driven by rising global temperatures. Scientists urge stronger climate action at COP29 as extreme weather devastates regions worldwide.
11:15
Cuban blackout as hurricane Rafael Strikes
Cuba's electrical grid collapsed Wednesday as Hurricane Rafael struck, leaving millions without power and causing widespread damage across the island.
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