Current Affairs
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Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCeasefire in sight? What's next for Russia's war in Ukraine
Four years since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, is the end finally in sight? DW spoke to US political experts about why they think US home elections could bring about a …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsFake TikTok fans and pop music's 'unethical' marketing
Do indie darlings like Sombr and Geese owe their success to TikTok "trend simulations"? The question has sent shockwaves through their fan base. Yet manipulated charts are as old …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIndians growing anxious as Modi asks them to cut on fuel
With energy prices rising, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to embrace voluntary austerity to protect the economy from the fallout of the war in Iran. But residents …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli-Palestinian conflict: Allegations of sexual abuse
The issue of systemic sexual abuses as part of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is back in the spotlight following new testimonies. Both Israel and Hamas deny the claims.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGunshots heard at Philippine Senate as ICC arrest expected
Gunshots have been reported inside the Philippine Senate as armed troops entered the building. The chaos comes as one senator faces imminent arrest over an ICC warrant.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCan South Africa's President Ramaphosa avoid impeachment again?
Ramaphosa sidestepped an impeachment inquiry in 2022 when his ANC-dominated parliament blocked it. Now that South Africa's top court has revived the case, can he escape with a par…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsTigray tensions raise fears of Ethiopia-Eritrea war
The TPLF is reasserting control in Tigray after electing Debretsion Gebremichael. Rising tensions with Ethiopia's federal government are fueling fears of renewed conflict in the H…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany's shortfall in medium-range defense capabilities
The US has announced that it will not be deploying Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany. Now the German government is looking for alternatives. Could drones be part of the solution?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia unleashes fatal barrage of drones at Ukraine
At least six people died in Ukraine after Russia launched a daytime attack of 800 drones of drones as far as western regions bordering NATO. Zelenskyy said it was one of the longe…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsFrance: Cruise ship on lockdown over stomach bug outbreak
A stomach illness outbreak and the death of a man on board prompted authorities in Bordeaux to place a temporary disembarking ban on the ship.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump's Federal Reserve chair nominee confirmed by Senate
Kevin Warsh is set to replace outgoing Fed chair Jerome Powell, who has been a frequent target of President Trump's criticism.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS drops bond requirement for FIFA World Cup ticket holders
Fans from five African World Cup qualifying nations with valid tickets are exempt from paying a hefty bond. But fans from several other countries still face major hurdles to seein…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsInfluencer detained in Tennessee over alleged confrontation involving gunfire
Dalton Eatherly, 28, known as Chud the Builder, accused of firing at another man outside courthouse in ClarksvilleAn influencer has been detained in Tennessee following his allege…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsHoward Lutnick said he had three ‘inconsequential’ meetings with Epstein
In House committee transcript, commerce secretary denied any further contact with disgraced financierSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe US commerce secretary, Ho…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNew York man found guilty of acting as an unregistered agent of China
Lu Jianwang was accused of operating a ‘secret police station’ in Manhattan’s Chinatown at the behest of BeijingA New York man was found guilty on Wednesday of acting as an unregi…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNebraska Democratic Senate primary winner says she’ll drop out to support independent in general election
Cindy Burbank, who bested an alleged Republican plant, plans to step aside for Dan Osborn in general electionSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA Democratic challeng…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRand Paul’s son apologizes for antisemitic and anti-gay rant after accosting lawmaker
In apology, William Paul said he had had ‘too much to drink’ and the things he said ‘don’t represent who I really am’Republican senator Rand Paul’s son William apologized on Wedne…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsValdo Calocane brother tells inquiry he felt powerless over killer’s mental ill health
Elias Calocane says he thought violent messages sent by brother related to suicidal thoughts not harming othersThe younger brother of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in an…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKeir Starmer sets out changes to education, health and courts in king’s speech
King Charles unveils government agenda for the next year as PM faces leadership threat from within LabourKeir Starmer attempted to reassert his authority over his restive party on…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsHousing market in England and Wales weakening due to Iran war, say estate agents
Homebuyers more cautious due to possible mortgage rate rises and higher inflation as sellers sit on propertiesFears of higher mortgage rates and rising inflation as a result of th…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTypical English roast dinner potentially ‘drenched’ in 102 pesticides, says report
Greenpeace finds cocktail of pesticides including seven banned in EU may have been used on seven categories of vegetables and soft fruitIt is a beautiful early summer Sunday after…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNHS drugs go-ahead offers lifeline to children with rare muscle-wasting disease
Medicines watchdog approves two treatments for patients with spinal muscular atrophyHundreds of children with a rare muscle-wasting disease will be able to receive two drugs that …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsBenjamin Netanyahu says he made secret trip to UAE at height of Iran war
Emirates’ foreign ministry rejects claims that Netanyahu visited the country describing them as ‘baseless’Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed he made a secret trip to the United Arab E…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFamily of British couple jailed in Iran say they have lost contact
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were given 10-year sentences after entering the country on a motorcycling tripThe “terrified” family of a British couple jailed for 10 years in Iran on s…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael’s ruling coalition proposes early elections amid ultra-Orthodox anger at Netanyahu
Prime minister under pressure over failure to grant military service exemptions as multi-party government looks at risk of collapseIsrael’s ruling coalition has submitted a propos…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia targets Ukraine with more than 800 drones in deadly daytime assault
Strikes killed at least six people as Moscow and Kyiv trade long-range attacks after brief ceasefireEurope live – latest updatesRussia targeted Ukraine with more than 800 drones i…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMagnus the wandering walrus leaves Scotland for Norway
After drawing delighted crowds since first sighted in Orkney the young male has swum 400 miles across the North SeaA peripatetic walrus who became a local celebrity as he toured t…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsEU proposes end to ‘five tabs, three apps and a prayer’ for cross-border train bookings
New rules would enable single-ticket bookings across multiple rail operators throughout EuropeCross-border train journeys through several European countries are the stuff of many …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMilka maker milked shoppers over size of chocolate bars, German court rules
Brand owner Mondelēz was accused of reducing weight of Alpine Milk bar from 100g to 90g without significantly altering the packagingMany chocolate lovers consider shrinkflation a …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMan dies in Sydney prison unit that watchdog wanted shut down because it ‘cannot provide a safe environment’
Exclusive: Young inmate took own life in Long Bay prison five months after independent inspector warned of ‘ligature points in cells across all areas’Follow our Australia news liv…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPalestinian peak body refused leave to appear at royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network says criticism of Israel is routinely misrepresented as antisemitic – and that Palestinian voices are being excluded from debateFollow our Aus…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLabor accused of ‘robbing Peter to pay Paul’ for axing $760m research program to fund other science measures
Researchers say budget decision to cut commercialisation program to fund the CSIRO and other science initiatives undermines the government’s own prioritiesExplore all of our 2026 …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCourt rules Coles misled shoppers with its ‘Down Down’ discount campaign
Landmark finding against supermarket giant comes after competition watchdog argued that markdowns did not represent genuine savingsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest u…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralia politics live: Tasmanian senator Tammy Tyrrell joins Labor; repatriation flight imminent for hantavirus cruise passengers
Anthony Albanese praises Tyrrell as ‘a fighter’ after joining Labor party. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHolding Jewish people…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsScepticism and tight security as Beijing braces for Trump visit
US’s apparent decline has fuelled growing Chinese nationalism while US president has lost his novelty valueTrump in Beijing – latest updatesFive key issues for Xi-Trump summit. Ya…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsGunshots fired in Philippines senate in standoff with senator wanted by ICC
Ronald dela Rosa, accused of crimes against humanity by international criminal court, has holed up in building to evade arrestGunshots have been fired in the Philippines senate as…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese court awards compensation to sacked worker replaced by AI
Case attracts widespread attention as example of China balancing enthusiastic adoption of AI with job securityA court in China has ruled in favour of a worker whose company replac…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Stunned and shocked’: Ingrid Horrocks wins top prize at New Zealand’s Ockham awards for her fiction debut
All Her Lives is only the fifth short story collection to win the prestigious NZ$65,000 prize in 58 yearsFirst-time fiction writer Ingrid Horrocks has won New Zealand’s richest li…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump-Xi summit live: US president says relationship with China will be ‘better than ever’ as key meeting begins
Ahead of the crucial talks, security has been heightened in Beijing, with trade, AI and the war in Iran set to dominate the meeting between the two leadersTrump lands in China for…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsBahamas re-elects Progressive Liberal party’s Philip Davis as prime minister
Davis is the country’s first leader to serve a second consecutive term in nearly 30 yearsThe Bahamas prime minister, Philip Davis, and his ruling Progressive Liberal party (PLP) h…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump urged to rule out ‘unlawful’ Cuba takeover and stop using Guantánamo Bay for migrant detention
Exclusive: In letter seen by the Guardian, 30 members of Congress warn US president’s Cuba military operation would worsen ‘mass suffering’US politics live – latest updatesMore th…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS man accused of killing rock singer in 1993 arrested after decades on the run
Richard Werstine, wanted in connection with killing of Cold as Life vocalist Rodney Barger, was arrested in PanamaA suspect accused of murdering his rock singer friend in 1993 has…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLes Simpson: return of Québécois show spares viewers from ‘European French’
Beloved animated series will return for 36th season in the fall after telecoms giant Bell Media reaches deal with DisneyFans of Les Simpson have a message for anyone who doubted t…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCartel corruption claims push US-Mexico relations to breaking point
With Mexico under pressure from Trump to tackle drug trafficking groups, analysts say ‘it’s the most tense situation since the 1980s’Relations between Mexico and the United States…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRemains of second US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
Mariyah Symone Collington and Kendrick Lamont Key Jr, who also died, had fallen off a cliff during an off-duty hikeThe remains of the second US army soldier who went missing durin…
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