UK lifts ban on Pakistan’s flag carrier after safety standards improve, diplomat says
British High Commissioner Jane Marriott said that after “extensive engagement” between the UK’s Air Safety Committee and the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, restrictions on PIA have now been lifted. Read…
FIFA urged to rethink the World Cup calendar as summer heat becomes increasingly dangerous
Scientists warn extreme heat could endanger players and fans at the 2026 World Cup without major schedule changes.Read More
Not beary funny: Teddy bear artwork made from fake human skin leads to arrest in California
A teddy bear made of fake human skin sparked panic in California, leading to residents to fear a serial killer was on the loose. In reality, the teddy bear is…
Visiting Málaga this summer? New tourist rules urge visitors to cover up and keep quiet
The city has also introduced fines of up to €750 for littering, public intoxication and other infractions. Read More
Israel strikes Damascus compound in response to Druze violence in Syria
Israeli forces struck the Syrian General Staff compound in Damascus, citing concerns over violence against the Druze minority. Two civilians were injured in the airstrike. Read more at Read More
Russia launches fresh wave of overnight attacks targeting several Ukrainian cities
The Russian attacks comes against a US deadline set by President Trump for Russia to end its war and enter into a peace agreement with its neighbour Ukraine within 50…
US ambassador Huckabee attends Netanyahu trial to show support from Trump
US ambassador Mike Huckabee’s appearance at Netanyahu’s corruption trial follows Trump’s call for Israel to throw out the case or pardon the Israeli PM. Read more at Read More
Iran regime to undergo change but not towards democracy, veteran diplomat says
Ellen Eyre, a veteran US diplomat, believes the recent Iran-Israel conflict will militarise Tehran further and diminish the influence of reformists. Read more at Read More
Scientists predicted coastal threats 25 years ago. What did they get right and what did they miss?
From agricultural pollution to the spread of invasive species and climate change, there are myriad shifting threats to rocky shores.Read More
Polish factory in Ukraine hit by Russian drones in deliberate attack, Poland says
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said the strike on the Barlinek Group’s factory in Vinnytsia caused injuries, with two people badly burned. Read More