Rope barriers at parliament round out prickly week for government
If the government wants to signal it's in touch with community concerns, walking through Hollywood-style velvet ropes and gold posts at parliament is probably not the best way to do it, writes Keane Bourke.
Afghanistan’s new road to China ends at a closed border
Taliban government hopes its Wakhan Corridor road will open new trade routes and reduce reliance on Pakistan.
Arrested generals and a threatened VP: President's son fuels Ugandan succession fever
The 52-year-old general’s provocative posts and military threats have fuelled rumours of a dynastic succession.
Pax Silica means peace. In the Philippines, it’s a fight
Outside the Grand Hyatt hotel in Manila earlier this year, five people were arrested as hundreds of activists chanting “Junk Pax Silica!” clashed with anti-riot police. Inside, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr h
It’s looking like Trump’s first term again as knives come out at the White House over Nvidia scandal
The backbiting and leaking that characterized Trump’s first term is back in full force - and this time Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick appears to be the target, White House Correspondent Andrew Feinberg writes
US gives states another 6 months before they have to remove people from Medicaid for not working
President Donald Trump's administration is giving states another six months before they must remove beneficiaries from Medicaid rolls for failing to meet new work requirements
US Congress widens Nvidia probe, seeking testimony from Jensen Huang and Trump officials
US lawmakers have been demanding answers about potential national security risks and White House oversight of advanced chip exports to China following revelations that former Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang was in a
Hungary seizes $19.5m in cash found buried in forests amid graft inquiry
Anti-corruption agency carried out searches as part of investigation into Orbán-era minister accused of taking bribes Hungary’s anti-corruption agency said on Friday it had seized cash worth $19.5m (£14.8m) buried in for
Gambia's Adama Barrow seeks third term
In tonight's programme, Gambia's electoral commission has announced the five official candidates for the country's upcoming presidential election. President Adama Barrow is seeking a third term. Tensions continue to rise
Battery-powered trailers could slash diesel costs for truck operators
Australian trucking operators are trialling battery-powered trailers that could lower diesel consumption and cut emissions without replacing existing trucks.
Switching runways, flying higher proposed in bid to reduce Brisbane aircraft noise
Six years after the city's second $1.1 billion runway opened, the federal government's air traffic oversight body is seeking community feedback on five options to reduce everyday impacts on residents.
Ex ‘Front Row Joe’ comes up with brutal new nickname for Trump
The former Trump superfan estimated he’s attended more than 80 of the president’s rallies across the country
Dana White describes the 48 hours that nearly saw him become press secretary: ‘This is crazy’
White sat down with the president’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, and revealed what it was like to ‘almost inadvertently become the next press secretary for the White House’
Paraguay’s ex-president Pena faces new charge over Ueno bank collapse
The criminal association charge over his alleged role in the collapse of the bank comes a week after his removal.
The moment Melbourne builders were made to 'bend the knee' to the CFMEU
The first week of public hearings at the royal commission into alleged corruption on Victorian public projects have delved into what the state government knew about a beleaguered level crossing removal.
The Downfall of AI’s ‘Rock Star’ Boss, Ukraine: Who speaks for Europe? Protests & Presidents
On The World This Week with Gavin Lee, our panel distills the breaking news and global stories of the past 7 days into 45 minutes. Ukraine: Who will speak for Europe? In a week thats seen the first direct talks between U
Democrats detail ‘must-have’ victories in 2027 after taking control of Congress
They are hoping to get some Republican backing on their bills, something voters have said they long for
Democratic Senate leader Schumer set to face leadership challenge
Maryland Senator Van Hollen says "new leadership" is needed for Democrats following the party's recent midterm successes.
Homes with architectural designs that cost just $1 near completion
Almost 18 months after the state government launched the architectural designs, the Illawarra build is one of 22 projects being constructed and hopes to be the first to land.
How will the US deal with Nvidia scandal?
Tech giant CEO resigned and will testify before Congress.
Le Pen offers to meet Zelenskyy in Brussels
The Ukrainian leader wants to persuade the far-right leader to continue supporting Ukraine if she becomes president of France.
Eisenkot slams Netanyahu’s ‘racist’ campaign against Palestinian Israelis
Prime ministerial hopeful calls attempts to marginalise and smear Palestinian citizens of Israel 'an anti-state act'.
Albanese's salad days have wilted into a long list of woe
Underlying the grimness inside the government is the realisation that there are few easy policy options to hand.
'We have done all our homework' to get EU candidate status: Kosovo's PM Albin Kurti
FRANCE 24 hosts Albin Kurti, the prime minister of Kosovo, a country that declared its independence from Serbia back in 2008 and sees itself as part of the European family. But four years after applying to join the EU, K
Russia sends major business delegation to Kabul for business talks with the Taliban
A Russian deputy prime minister led a 70-strong Russian delegation to Afghanistan, pursuing deals on transport, logistics, agriculture, and health products with the Taliban.
Judge warns Trump’s DOJ about consequences of ‘document destruction’ over DC golf course plans
Trump officials have denied whistleblower claims as Democrats prepare to investigate president’s DC pet projects
France and Germany near deal on De Cos for ECB top job as EU confirms two candidates
Two candidates are vying to succeed Christine Lagarde at the ECB, an EU official stated on Friday as EU leaders met in Dublin, while reports coming out of Spain said France and Germany are close to a deal on the central
Trump tries to defend his midterm losses with lies over approval ratings and turns on Republican candidates
President Donald Trump grilled by Stephen A Smith over election wipeout but refuses to take any blame himself
Berlin clan boss Issa Remmo appears as 'state guest' at EU Parliament event
The head of the so-called Remmo clan in Berlin, Issa Remo, has officially joined a conference against Islamism in the European Parliament. This is fuelling debate in Germany and Brussels, and many are asking how this is
Teddy Riner announces presidential bid, pledges to unite France
In an interview with Le Parisien, Riner said he could not remain silent amid growing social tensions and uncertainty about France's future.
São Tomé's president reappoints PM following legislative elections
Américo Ramos' party came a close second in the polls, but the winning party, the Movement for the Liberation of São Tomé and Príncipe, failed to win additional support.
Why top Democrats are floating impeachment for RFK Jr. while trying to build ties with MAHA activists
Some high-ranking lawmakers have suggested impeaching the leader of the MAHA movement
Nvidia scandal: How close was ex-CEO to Trump?
US lawmakers have called Jensen Huang to face their questions in December after the Nvidia ex-CEO quit over extramarital affairs, including one with a suspected Chinese spy. The Taiwanese-born businessman was a close inf
Turkiye and Qatar sign mutual defence agreement
The pact was signed after the President met Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Istanbul on Friday.
Cape verde presidential election: Neves seeks second term
The Portuguese-speaking island nation, located off the coast of Senegal, is widely regarded as one of Africa’s strongest democracies, standing out in a region increasingly affected by coups and political instability.
Nvidia fallout deepens as Trump official blames commerce secretary for lack of controls
Senior White House officials are said to be discussing whether Howard Lutnick should be pushed out amid the scandal
Why does El Salvador's Bukele have troops in Haiti?
Haiti's Prime Minister congratulating El Salvador's President for a gang crackdown in Haiti has shone a light on the relationship between the two countries. What's going on, and where does the US stand?
Haitian forces recapture national stadium after two years of gang control
Haitian security forces regained control Thursday, November 12, of the country's main stadium that had been under gang control for two years, forcing the national football team to play elsewhere. The Haitian National Pol
Talarico appeals to Trump’s vanity as he says nation must turn attention to getting things done
‘If President Trump wants the same plaques and portraits and busts as LBJ, we can help make that a reality,’ James Talarico said
'Devastated wasteland': Haitian security forces regain control of stadium from gangs
Haitian security forces said they have regained control of the country's main stadium, wresting it back from the gangs that have been using it for the past two years. They were assisted by the Task Force, a private secur
Indonesia's wiretapping scandal opens a political fault line
Senior police officers are accused of illegally monitoring President Prabowo Subianto, exposing rival networks within Indonesia's security establishment and renewing concerns about political misuse of surveillance.
Banned books from Ireland’s room of ‘evil literature’ finally see the light of day
Censored books spanning 1926-96 contained themes ‘likely to corrupt or deprave’, or references to contraception or violence For almost a century, an Irish government building in the heart of Dublin has hosted a secret sa
North Macedonia: Kriva Palanka seeks help over 1,000 free-roaming cows
More than 1,000 cows are roaming freely through Kriva Palanka in North Macedonia, damaging property and alarming residents. The mayor wants the government to declare a 30-day state of crisis.
North Macedonia: Kriva Palanka seeks help over 1,000 free-roaming cows
More than 1,000 cows are roaming freely through Kriva Palanka in North Macedonia, damaging property and alarming residents. The mayor wants the government to declare a 30-day state of crisis.
Democratic civil war erupts as Van Hollen challenges Chuck Schumer for Senate Majority Leader
Van Hollen said in a statement that “the American people called for change” and that is why he is running
Lauren Boebert blames everything but herself as midterms defeat looms
MAGA Colorado congresswoman, who looks set to lose her House seat to Democratic challenger Eileen Laubacher, offers surprising excuse as she blames likely loss on ‘many different variables’
Microsoft 365 global outage disrupts Portuguese government, health services and schools
A global failure in Microsoft services is disrupting several sectors in Portugal. The outage since Thursday affects Outlook and Teams, though the company reports progress in restoring access.
Portugal government, schools and health services hit by global Microsoft outage
A global Microsoft outage is disrupting sectors in Portugal. Since Thursday it has hindered access to Outlook and Teams, though recovery is progressing.
Aide to fugitive Ukrainian ex-PM wounded in latest Moscow car bombing
Sergei Zavorotny, now a journalist and commentator, was previously an adviser to Ukrainian ex-prime minister Mykola Azarov.
India road crash between bus, container truck kills 23
A head-on collision between a container truck and a passenger bus killed at least 23 people, including three children, in eastern India on Friday, a police official said The crash took place on a highway bordering Kazira
Burundi: 11 opposition parties announce support for President Ndayishimiye's re-election bid
Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye has secured the backing of 11 opposition parties when he runs for re-election next year.
Florida Republican tells Musk to move Tesla HQ after Democrats win big in Texas
Congressman Carlos Gimenez invites world’s richest man to relocate his electric car business to the Sunshine State to avoid tangling with Democratic governor-elect Gina Hinojosa
The scourge of femicide in Mexico: Impunity reigns in state of Morelos
When Claudia Sheinbaum became Mexico's first female president in 2024, she pledged to tackle violence against women. And while femicides have fallen since she took office, the numbers remain alarming, with around 520 mur
How a sex scandal at Nvidia is putting pressure on the White House
Jensen Huang's personal life may have triggered the crisis, but the questions now reach into the White House itself.