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Hong Kong police have charged a 70-year-old man with dangerous driving, after viral footage allegedly shows him going the wrong way on a highway in a black Mercedes-Benz before making a U-turn. Police said on Tuesday that officers noticed online footage showing a private car with a probationary sign driving the wrong way down a hard shoulder of Tolo Highway. In the clip, the black Mercedes then…
Israel and Iran traded fresh attacks on Tuesday after President Trump said a cease-fire proposal was “not good enough.” Mr. Trump has threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Eastern.
Former England captain Courtney Lawes says he is "officially un-retiring from international duty" after signing for Sale for 2026-27.
Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April.
The ¥122.3 trillion budget is the largest ever, reflecting Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's goal of an expansionary fiscal policy.
The NHS is advising patients in England to only use emergency services when necessary but attend any confirmed appointments.
The health secretary and the BMA trade accusations over who bears responsibility for the collapse of talks In his interviews this morning Wes Streeting , the health secretary, accused the BMA of hypocrisy over pay because the organisation is offering its own staff far less than the resident doctors are demanding. He told BBC Breakfast: And here’s the real kicker; having rejected this deal because…
The Strait of Hormuz blockage is being felt far and wide. While the world struggles with higher pump prices, key energy exporters such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar face severe economic setbacks. In Gulf states serving as air hubs, expats and affluent locals are scrambling for the exit. The discovery of oil transformed Arabian deserts into rich petro-states. Knowing this wealth…
Israel warns Iranians to immediately stop using trains or being near railway lines, saying it would ‘endanger’ their lives Here are some of the latest images coming in from the Middle East as the war continues in week six. The Israeli military has just warned the people of Iran not to use trains, saying that doing so “endangers your life” . Dear Citizens, for the sake of your security, we kindly…
Hungary’s opposition leader Péter Magyar responds to JD Vance’s visit by saying ‘no foreign country may interfere in Hungarian elections’ JD Vance’s Air Force Two is now on approach to Budapest. Several traffic restrictions and disruptions are expected across the capital as it steps up security to host the US vice-president. Continue reading...
A Hong Kong coach operator’s failed attempt to reduce its services was only the “tip of the iceberg” of cuts in bus rides amid rising fuel costs, lawmakers have warned, as they urged the government to quickly address soaring oil prices. Legislators on Tuesday also called on authorities to approve applications by non-franchised bus companies to increase fares, and to provide subsidies to cushion…
He said his goal was to 'come to London and present a show of change' through his music.
BBC PoliticsHong Kong police have charged a 70-year-old man with dangerous driving, after viral footage allegedly shows him going the wrong way on a highway in a black Mercedes-Benz before making a U-turn. Pol…
South China Morning PostIsrael and Iran traded fresh attacks on Tuesday after President Trump said a cease-fire proposal was “not good enough.” Mr. Trump has threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants if it doe…
The New York Times WorldFormer England captain Courtney Lawes says he is "officially un-retiring from international duty" after signing for Sale for 2026-27.
BBC News (Front page)Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April.
BBC PoliticsThe ¥122.3 trillion budget is the largest ever, reflecting Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's goal of an expansionary fiscal policy.
The Japan TimesThe NHS is advising patients in England to only use emergency services when necessary but attend any confirmed appointments.
BBC PoliticsThe health secretary and the BMA trade accusations over who bears responsibility for the collapse of talks In his interviews this morning Wes Streeting , the health secretary, accused the BMA of hy…
The Guardian WorldThe Strait of Hormuz blockage is being felt far and wide. While the world struggles with higher pump prices, key energy exporters such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar face severe econom…
South China Morning PostIsrael warns Iranians to immediately stop using trains or being near railway lines, saying it would ‘endanger’ their lives Here are some of the latest images coming in from the Middle East as the w…
The Guardian WorldHungary’s opposition leader Péter Magyar responds to JD Vance’s visit by saying ‘no foreign country may interfere in Hungarian elections’ JD Vance’s Air Force Two is now on approach to Budapest. Se…
The Guardian WorldA Hong Kong coach operator’s failed attempt to reduce its services was only the “tip of the iceberg” of cuts in bus rides amid rising fuel costs, lawmakers have warned, as they urged the government…
South China Morning PostTrump has taken a hard line on trans rights since returning to office
The Independent WorldBill Ackman’s Pershing Square claims world’s biggest music company has suffered due to delay of US listing Business live – latest updates Billionaire Bill Ackman’s hedge fund has offered to buy Uni…
The Guardian WorldBen Roberts-Smith has been accused of murdering civilians and ordering subordinates to carry out executions
The Independent WorldConservative broadcaster long opposed to military intervention against Tehran rebukes president over sweary social media post demanding reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
The Independent WorldTaiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun is heading to China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she calls a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-governed island to come u…
ABC News InternationalThe former member of the chart-topping Atlanta trio was in stable condition after being shot in Hollywood, Fla., his representative said. The police said they had detained two people.
The New York Times USThis blog is now closed Ben Roberts-Smith arrested over alleged war crimes Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The NSW government is rolling out a free nasal spray flu vacc…
The Guardian WorldMixed stock market reaction to president’s comments, while IMF chief warns of inflation and slower growth Business live – latest updates Oil traded at more than $110 a barrel on Tuesday after Donal…
The Guardian World‘The entire country can be taken out in one night,’ said the US leader
The Independent WorldRapper who has previously made antisemitic remarks responds to criticism over his booking at London festival The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has broken his silence and offered to “meet and …
The Guardian WorldA court in Grozny has designated the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria a terrorist organization and banned its activities in Russia.
Meduza (English)Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Kuomintang — Taiwan's largest opposition party — could meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
The Japan TimesLONDON — Ye has offered to meet members of the Jewish community in Britain, as he responded for the first time Tuesday to growing backlash over his status as headliner of a London music festival.
NBC NewsQueensland senator ‘steadfast’ in her support of former Australian soldier as police charge him with five counts of war crime – murder Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our…
The Guardian WorldThe Revolutionary Guard is also urging parents to send their children to man checkpoints
The Independent WorldA Ukrainian drone strike killed two adults and their 12-year-old child in the Alexandrovsky District of Russia’s Vladimir region, the region’s governor, Alexander Avdeyev, said.
Meduza (English)Brent crude futures rose 1% to $111.53 a barrel having risen over 50% since the war started
The Independent WorldFiscal worries and inflationary pressures are being made worse by the war in the Middle East and oil shortage concerns.
The Japan TimesBelgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov may step down before regional elections scheduled for September 2026, the Russian business daily Vedomosti reported, citing three sources close to the president…
Meduza (English)Ukrainian forces are stopping the Russians cold on the front lines, says ex-CIA chief
The Independent WorldCheng Li-wun said she "gladly accepted" Xi Jinping's invitation and hopes to be a "bridge for peace".
BBC WorldTehran rejected a U.S. proposal brokered by Pakistan for an immediate ceasefire and the lifting of its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, followed by talks on a broader peace deal.
The Japan TimesAccess to world’s most critical energy chokepoint is no longer governed by international law but direct diplomacy with Iran
The Independent WorldA Utah judge is expected to hear arguments on a protective order sought by a former partner against Taylor Frankie Paul, star of Hulu's ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’
The Independent WorldThe 53-year-old Pakistani used-car dealer has been detained with five others for alleged smuggling the drugs, worth about ¥14.3 billion, from the United Arab Emirates.
The Japan TimesBen Roberts-Smith, who denies all wrongdoing, previously lost a landmark defamation case over the alleged murders.
BBC WorldThe results of the investigation comes after a series of bribery scandals involving faculty members at the institution were revealed last year.
The Japan TimesA 17-year-old ninth-grader stabbed a teacher to death outside a school in Dobryanka, a city in Russia’s Perm Krai roughly 60 kilometers (37 miles) from Perm, Governor Dmitry Makhonin said.
Meduza (English)More than a month after war erupted in the Middle East following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, the IDF is pressing ahead with an offensive on its border that threatens to drive hundreds of thousands …
The Independent WorldThe ‘bank is closed and the door is locked’, says Zia Yusuf as calls grow for compensation to remedy historical wrongs Reform UK would stop issuing visas to people from any country that continues t…
The Guardian WorldThe rise come as the postal service faces criticism over missing delivery targets.
BBC News (Front page)Concern over MPs’ competence is one thing, but this is silencing opponents’ voices by character assassination, and it leads to a dark place Stella Creasy is the Labour and Cooperative MP for Waltha…
The Guardian PoliticsPrime Minister Viktor Orban’s policies affecting the Roma minority have put those voters in play in upcoming parliamentary elections. In a tight race, they could make the difference.
The New York Times WorldA Golden Week tradition for many, the "Detective Conan" blockbuster franchise has built a cycle of anticipation that keeps fans engaged year after year.
The Japan TimesThe US president has threatened to take out Iran "in one night" if it does not agree to open the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC News (Front page)Experts say the court's decision will have far-reaching consequences for women's religious freedoms in India.
BBC News (Front page)The warmest weather of the year is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday as temperatures rise above average, as Simon King explains
BBC News (Front page)The imperial couple and their daughter arrived in Fukushima Prefecture on Monday on a trip to inspect reconstruction efforts following the March 2011 disaster.
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