Russia is playing for time in Ukraine peace negotiations, Germany says
Europe needs to increase pressure on Russia over its war in Ukraine through more targeted sanctions, said German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius. Read more at Read More
Why are Star Wars fans and SAG-AFTRA angry about Fortnite’s AI Darth Vader?
As soon as Darth Vader was added into the game, players were getting the character to say the word “fuck” and use homophobic slurs. Adding to the controversy, the SAG-AFTRA…
Second man charged over fires at homes linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Police have charged 26-year-old Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc with arson with intent to endanger life, and arrested a third man over the fires. Read more at Read More
Sudan’s army chief appoints first prime minister since war’s start
Kamil al-Taib Idris will be responsible for forming the country’s transitional government, two years after the country’s civil war began in 2023. Read more at Read More
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Denzel Washington receives surprise honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes premiere of ‘Highest 2 Lowest’
For his first time on the Croisette, legendary actor Denzel Washington was treated to a surprise honorary Palme d’Or. He stars in Spike Lee’s new joint ‘Highest 2 Lowest’. Read…
Hungary approves bill to withdraw from International Criminal Court
Hungary’s parliament approved a bill to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, following Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s criticisms of the court’s impartiality. Read More
Further arrest warrants issued in Turkey’s crackdown on Istanbul municipality
Istanbul’s municipality faces further crackdown as 22 arrest warrants are issued, following Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu’s arrest and mass protests against alleged corruption charges. Read more at Read More
First aid trucks enter Gaza as allies warn Israel of sanctions
Aid trucks were seen on Tuesday at the Kerem Shalom crossing, as Israel allowed limited humanitarian supplies into Gaza after months of total blockade. Read more at Read More
Russia releases Greek-owned oil tanker after brief detention near Estonia
The Liberian-flagged Green Admire was seized on Sunday in Russian waters after leaving a port in Estonia. Read more at Read More