'Poisoned chalice': French presidential hopeful Riner rebuffs Macron's backing
French judo champion Teddy Riner on Saturday publicly distanced himself from President Emmanuel Macron, calling his endorsement a "poisoned chalice". The presidential hopeful seeks to position himself as an alternative t
Why US Democrats are expected to keep Schumer and Jeffries in power
The prospect of keeping the Congressional leaders in power is exposing long-running tensions in the party.
DR Congo, Rwanda clash over Francophonie leadership as Macron seeks compromise
DR Congo and Rwanda clashed Saturday over the leadership of the Francophonie, as tensions between the neighbouring countries spilled into the race to head the 53-member organisation. French President Emmanuel Macron urge
How does Iran view shift in US approach after JD Vance ordered away?
Washington believes maritime blockade, overland border disruptions, air restrictions and isolating sanctions are working
Nearly €20m in cash found buried, hidden in Hungary corruption case
Hungarian authorities investigating a former minister for corruption say they uncovered a trove of hidden cash.
How SAF successes in Sudan’s Kordofan could turn tide against the RSF
The SAF successes in Kordofan are seeing the battle against the RSF turn in favour of the Sudanese government.
Hong Kong rail giant warns of cash crunch despite Northern Metropolis land grant
Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation has warned that it will face significant cash flow pressures over the next few years, even with the government’s grant of eight new sites for developing the Northern Link rail project in the N
As Apec looms, China’s Shenzhen wraps up preparations for its toughest stress test ever
Drones are banned, security cameras bristle at intersections and some residents have been asked to vacate their homes as the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen counts down to the Apec meetings. Thousands of government off
Trump to meet Putin and Xi in China next week for historic meeting, White House confirms
The White House says the leaders will discuss nuclear disarmament and the war in Iran
Zelenskyy says a new European security framework floated by US could benefit Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the U.S. has raised the idea of a new postwar security framework for Europe
Trump’s diesel deal with Putin is a shambles. Here’s why it was always destined to fail
The US president touted his diesel deal with Russia as a way to bring down energy prices ahead of the midterms. But a month on, US voters are yet to see any benefits and Europe and Kyiv are enraged, writes James C. Reyno
Burkina Faso issues arrest warrants for around 20 people, including journalists
The warrants target exiled journalists, activists, an ex-minister, and former military officers who face several terrorism-related charges.
Fake Toyota airbag recall notices circulating on WhatsApp, Hongkongers warned
Hong Kong residents have been warned about fake vehicle airbag safety recall messages circulating widely on WhatsApp, with the Chinese-language notices bearing the Transport Department’s name. A department spokesman said
Hungarian authorities uncover $20m during probe of Orbán-era minister
Prime Minister Péter Magyar promised a sweeping anti-corruption drive after ousting Orbán in April.
Triumphant Democrats descend on COP31 snubbed by Trump
Fresh from their US midterm election triumph, an emboldened group of Democratic lawmakers descended on the COP31 climate talks shunned by President Donald Trump on Saturday to signal their commitment to tackling global w
Hong Kong to test electronic proxy voting platform to curb bid-rigging at estates
Hong Kong will launch a trial scheme next year to handle proxy voting via an electronic platform, a move designed to pave the way for a cap on proxies and curb rampant bid-rigging in private housing estates. Announcing t
Nearly $20m found in Hungary’s forests, buildings amid corruption probe
An ex-minister faces a bribery probe as Hungary's new government investigates alleged corruption during Orban's rule.
Trump, Xi and Putin to meet in China, White House says
Trump is set to depart Washington on Monday for the Philippines, where he is due to attend a meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations before making his way to Shenzhen in China.
Hungary seizes $18m cash tied to ex-Orban-era minister in probe
Anti-corruption authorities in Hungary say they found around $18 million in hidden cash.
Trump, Xi and Putin to hold unprecedented meeting, White House says
The leaders of the US, China and Russia will hold an unprecedented meeting on the sidelines of a major economic summit, the White House has said.
Espionage accusations: A pressure tactic for Turkish government critics
The arrest of a German foundation's employee in Istanbul this week has put the focus back on pressure tactics used by the Erdogan administration. The arrest is far from the first of its kind.
Turkey uses espionage accusations to pressure government critics
The arrest of a German foundation's employee in Istanbul this week has put the focus back on pressure tactics used by the Erdogan administration. The arrest is far from the first of its kind.
Live: France deploys 70,000 police for new wave of anti-government protests
Between 50 and 60 marches are expected in France on Saturday, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, who plans to mobilise approximately 70,000 police officers and gendarmes across the country. In Paris, the march
Australian PM Anthony Albanese caught on hot-mic making crude joke with minister at COP31
A spokesperson for the prime minister says the two men ‘were having a joke in between meetings’
Judo star Teddy Riner is taking on what may be his toughest battle in the French presidential race
China to host first-ever trilateral meeting between Trump, Xi and Putin next week
The three leaders are scheduled to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen on Thursday, the White House confirmed. Likely discussions will include nuclear weapons and the war in
China to host first-ever trilateral meeting between Trump, Xi and Putin next week
The three leaders are scheduled to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen on Thursday, the White House confirmed. US officials said discussions will include nuclear weapons and
Trump, Xi, Putin to hold historic meeting in China: White House
Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will hold the first three-way meeting between the leaders of the United States, Russia and China at a summit in Shenzhen next week, the White House said Friday.
University hounded out of Hungary by Orbán reaches out to new government
Prospect of partial return to Budapest by Central European University suggests confidence in Hungary’s future A university that Viktor Orbán tried to chase out of Hungary is open to expanding its presence in Budapest, in
German spies granted sweeping new powers
Parliament passes legislation months after a thwarted attack at Leipzig-Halle airport, which Berlin linked to Russia.
Camping, sightseeing booking portal disabled while data breach investigated
The ACT government says it has contacted around 6,000 customers, alerting them to potential scam activity on a national park booking site.
What we know so far about why US flights were grounded
Aviation authorities cited "extraordinary circumstances and reasons of safety", with the White House blaming outdated air traffic control technology for a communications outage.
Indonesia’s commodity export U-turn: no monopoly, just all the data
Indonesia has abandoned plans to make a powerful new state-owned enterprise the “sole exporter” of its palm oil, coal and ferroalloys, in a move that has reassured some businesses, even as questions over oversight and pr
Minns vows to open 100 long-day childcare centres if re-elected
The Minns government will open 100 new long-day childcare centres in areas where there is high demand and an under-supply of childcare services.
Albanese, Bowen caught talking phones and 'dicks' in hot-mic gaffe
The prime minister's office says Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen were sharing a joke when a private conversation was inadvertently recorded at the COP31 summit.
Progressive challenge to Democratic Senate chief Schumer opens fight for bolder agenda
The challenge escalates a fight inside the Democratic Party over how bold it should be in forcing an end to the Iran war and taking on corporate power.
White House confirms US-China-Russia trilateral talks on Apec sidelines
The White House on Friday confirmed an unprecedented meeting between leaders of the US, China and Russia on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Shenzhen next week. “President [Donald]
White House demanding Japan triple host-nation support for U.S. troops
The United States is demanding that Japan provide a total of ¥3 trillion over the five years starting in fiscal 2027 for U.S. forces stationed in the country under its Host Nation Support program, about three times the c
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
Man dies after house fire in Geelong suburb
A man has died in a house fire in a suburb in outer Geelong that does not have a local fire station, despite one being promised by the Victorian government.
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
Work to replace old wire caused air traffic control issue that grounded flights nationwide: White House
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
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.