Current Affairs
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Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS, Iran trade new attacks amid talks: Here’s what we know
Washington and Tehran are attacking each other despite a ceasefire that came into effect on April 8.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIsrael bombs a beloved Lebanese landmark, chef Husen Fayad’s restaurant
Israel destroyed Arch Almoulouk, a resort and restaurant owned by famous Lebanese chef Husen Fayad in Wadi al-Hujeir.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEthiopia holds elections with PM Abiy’s party expected to dominate
Voting will not take place in northern Tigray region and some parts of the Amhara region amid insecurity.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFrench navy, backed by the UK, intercepts Russian oil tanker
According to France, the tanker, which had sailed from Murmansk, was trying to 'skirt international sanctions'.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsKuwait condemns Iranian attack as Iran-US trade new strikes
Kuwait activated its air defences after what its foreign ministry later described as a ‘heinous Iranian attack’.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWhat is Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle, and why has Israel captured it?
The fortress, a historical battleground, is playing a central role in Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFrench Navy seizes Russian oil tanker
French Navy seizes Russian oil tanker
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEngland World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group and squad list
England cruised through qualifying, but some fans are concerned over the squad selection and the form against top teams.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsDNA had one rule. Bacteria didn't get the memo
Every cell in every organism on Earth copies DNA the same way. Except one bacterial protein — quietly doing something scientists had never seen before.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMiddle East: US hits Iran radar sites, Kuwait under fire
Kuwait has come under aerial attack, while the US has been hitting military sites in Iran. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard says it has hit a US base in response. Follow DW for the…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsEthiopia votes as ruling party eyes landslide win
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is running unopposed in several constituencies. Opposition parties have warned that the elections are even less open than previous vote…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsThe German town cutting emissions with play cash
It started as a school project to promote local businesses in a remote Bavarian region. Now, the "Chiemgauer" currency helps to cut emissions.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsFrance intercepts Russian-linked oil tanker in Atlantic
France has intercepted a sanctioned tanker in the Atlantic Ocean as it steps up efforts to target Russia's "shadow fleet." Naval officials said the ship was sailing under a false …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsKarl and Undav impress as Germany hammer Finland
Deniz Undav delivered another strong performance in Germany's last game at home before the start of 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsHow China keeps North Korea's economy alive
While Russia is now a major money spinner, North Korea still depends on China for up to 95% of its legitimate trade.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany news: Migration to Germany falls sharply in 2025
Fewer migrants are making their way to Germany, with net migration dropping to nearly half what is was. Meanwhile, a court in Düsseldorf has sentenced a man to life in prison over…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMozambique: Are 'death squads' targeting the opposition?
Deadly violence against opposition politicians has shaken Mozambique. While the government has called the incidents isolated cases, opposition and civil society warn of a pattern …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsTaiwan opposition leader heads to US
KMT leader Cheng Li-wun is traveling to the US for a two-week visit. She has indicated she is "very interested" in meeting President Donald Trump but could face a grilling over he…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia news: 'Cockroach' party founder plans protests
Abhijeet Dipke says he will return to India on June 6. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi has alleged 'fraud' in exam markings, and Virat Kohli has fired Bengaluru to the IPL title. DW has m…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS man named Loony Toon sentenced to 20 years for shooting at police officers
Oregon man with extensive criminal record fired at three officers while speeding away from a traffic stop in 2025A man with the unusual name Loony Toon and a lengthy rap sheet has…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKane Parsons becomes youngest film-maker to open at No 1 in the US with Backrooms
Backrooms stunned industry observers by taking $81m in its first weekend, a record for studio A24Kane Parsons has become the youngest film-maker to open a film at number one at th…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?
As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob SandRob Sand, the best-known Democrat in Iowa, appears on podcasts to discuss his love of hu…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘We want fans to know the risks’: US immigrant rights groups mobilize across World Cup host cities amid ICE fears
More than 120 groups issued warning to 10 million visitors about ‘serious rights violations’ under TrumpWith the Fifa World Cup just two weeks away, immigrant rights advocates in …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFirst Thing: Trump tells critics to ‘sit back and relax’ as Iran claims to target US base
US says it struck Iranian military sites at the weekend, as Iran targets an airbase used by the US to attack southern IranDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up here…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsYoung Britons feel disconnected and locked out of creative arts, charity says
Research for Roundhouse in London shows 87% of 18- to 30-year-olds believe they have fewer artistic opportunities Rising costs, the disappearance of third spaces and reduced acces…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsHome Office sends letters to children as young as five saying they must leave UK
Children of those on care worker visas, who came legally before rule change, told to leave even if parents can stayChildren as young as five who are living legally in the UK are b…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWater-related deaths in UK heatwave hit 15 after girl dies in North Yorkshire
Girl, 13, pulled from River Wharfe on Sunday and boy, 11, remains missing from River Don as hot spell comes to an endA 13-year-old girl has died after going into a river and a boy…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNvidia launches ‘superchip’ putting AI power into laptops and PCs
Firm says its RTX Spark PC chip for Microsoft Windows will let AI agents replace the mouse and keyboardBusiness live – latest updatesA new front has opened up in the battle for do…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNo 10 braced for ‘excruciating’ revelations as messages between Mandelson and ministers to be released – UK politics live
Sources predict ‘toe-curling’ revelations as more than 1,000 pages of documents relating to his appointment as US ambassador to be publishedMandelson files show no mitigation of s…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIran targets American base in region after US strikes Iranian air defences
Attacks reported in Kuwait – home to a US military base – and around the strait of Hormuz in latest exchange of fire as peace negotiations continueMiddle East live – latest update…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFrench navy seizes Russia-linked oil tanker in Atlantic
President Macron says ship subject to sanctions and posts video of operation that took place with UK supportA suspected Russian oil tanker has been detained in the Atlantic, Franc…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsJim Chalmers says budget changes allowing first home buyers to ‘have a crack’
Auction success hit a new low for the year on the last Saturday in May, with just 54.5% of homes soldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news em…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsQueensland police shoot pet dog after running it over as distressed residents watch on
Graphic videos on social media appear to show upset onlookers after police accidentally ran over animal in Mount Isa streetFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGe…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Imminent threat’: charges laid against 13-year-old who allegedly planned attack on Queensland school
Alleged threat on regional school north of Brisbane was ‘quite well advanced’, state counter-terrorism police sayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensl…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLabor to highlight ‘risk’ of One Nation to cost of living in bid to dent Pauline Hanson’s popularity
Labor MP Mike Freelander says party must continue to help under-pressure workers, including considering further income tax cutsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTyphoon Jangmi threatens Japan as Europe swelters
Powerful winds and rain expected in parts of Japan and Australia, while temperatures in Spain could hit 40CA powerful tropical storm is forecast to track near Okinawa, Japan, on M…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWildfires devastating richer areas but fewer hectares burned globally – study
‘Megafires’ in California, Canada, South Korea and Europe in 2025, but changes to farming slowed spread in parts of Africa“Devastating” wildfires ripped across the wealthier parts…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUK will not have to pay Rwanda £100m over failed asylum scheme, court rules
Rwanda had sued UK government over alleged breach of agreement, after scheme scrapped by Labour on first day in officeThe UK will not have to pay the Rwandan government millions o…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsMarilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday
Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsEthiopia election under way, but not everyone can vote
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsLitterbugs now face on-the-spot fines in Tokyo's tourist hotspot
Dozens of officials will patrol world-famous Shibuya as Japan responds to the impacts of overtourism.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsFrance seized sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says
The French Navy conducted the operation with the support of allies including the UK on Sunday.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsFive patients recover from Ebola in DR Congo and leave hospital
Those infected can get better and officials stress that people should seek medical help if they have symptoms.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael PM orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah conflict escalates
Benjamin Netanyahu says the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh will be targeted in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsIran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show
Analysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.
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