Americas

USA

US grand jury to settle Trump-Russia probe over election meddling

Justice department has ordered grand jury probe into claims that opponents of Donald Trump falsified intelligence on Russian election interference.

05/08/2025

Brazil

Brazil judge places former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest

The ruling comes a month after Brazil’s top court ordered the former president to wear an ankle monitor, submit to a curfew and abide by limitations on his activity as legal proceedings investigating an alleged coup plot continue.

05/08/2025

Haiti

At least eight people missing after gunmen storm orphanage in Haiti

At least 175 people in Haiti were reported kidnapped from April to the end of June of this year, with 37% of those cases occurring in Port-au-Prince.

04/08/2025

Tech News

ChatGPT use by companies fell for first time since 2022, report says 

For the first time since its launch nearly three years ago, ChatGPT is being used less by companies, which are increasingly opting for competitors from Microsoft and Google.

04/08/2025

Economy

Boeing strike stalls production of new and advanced Trump fighter jet

The walkout of more than 3,200 Boeing workers on Monday could delay the rollout of the next‑generation F‑47 fighter jet, a cornerstone of plans to cement future US air superiority.

04/08/2025

Culture news

Smithsonian denies White House pressure over impeachment display

The museum says an “updated” display covering all US impeachments will be installed soon – amid growing criticism it’s erasing history to appease Donald Trump.

04/08/2025

Business

Why copper, aluminium and steel drive Trump’s MAGA agenda

Trump’s 50% tariffs on steel, copper and aluminium go beyond mere economics — they’re a bid to reclaim lost US industries and energise his MAGA base.

04/08/2025

USA

Trump fires jobs statistics chief after dismal employment report

Trump's move followed Friday's jobs report that showed just 73,000 jobs were added last month and that 258,000 fewer jobs were created in May and June than previously estimated.

02/08/2025

USA

Trump orders two nuclear subs moved near Russia after Medvedev spat

In a social media post, Trump said the deployment was in response to threats from the country’s former President Dmitry Medvedev.

01/08/2025

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Heavy rain triggers flash floods and travel chaos on US East Coast

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the US East Coast on Thursday, grounding flights and forcing emergency rescues of stranded drivers from Philadelphia to New York City.

01/08/2025

Culture news

‘107 Days’: Kamala Harris to release memoir about 2024 presential run

In a video announcement on social media, the former US Vice President described the upcoming book as "a behind-the-scenes account" of her experience on the campaign trail.

01/08/2025

Business

Amazon, Apple post solid earnings but tariffs dampen investor appetite

Tariffs and the AI race have made tech investors more cautious, with Amazon and Apple’s second quarter results showing that the market is no longer betting on Big Tech as a whole — only on those with a clear edge.

01/08/2025

Health news

Endometriosis tied to cancer, migraines and more health issues

Researchers in the US found over 600 correlations between the gynaecological condition and other health problems.

01/08/2025

Green News

Trump cancels development of new offshore wind projects

Trump has repeatedly expressed hostility towards renewable energy, particularly offshore wind.

01/08/2025

Culture news

Justin Timberlake reveals Lyme disease diagnosis

The singer shared his diagnosis in an Instagram post celebrating the end of his Forget Tomorrow tour.

01/08/2025

Economy

'Liberation Day' 2.0: What's coming and who will feel it the most

Trump’s sweeping package of tariffs, released on so-called "Liberation Day", targeted nearly every corner of the globe. Now, after months of pauses and delays, it’s soon set to come into force.

01/08/2025

Markets

Microsoft surpasses $4 trillion valuation after stellar earnings

Microsoft revealed for the first time that Azure, the engine of its AI ambitions, now pulls in more than €65 billion a year — cheering investors.

31/07/2025

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WATCH: 'Pennywise' the sea turtle released back into Atlantic

An adult loggerhead sea turtle weighing 137 kilograms has been released into the Atlantic Ocean after recovering from injuries sustained in a boat strike off Florida’s coast.

31/07/2025

Culture news

Keanu Reeves set to receive stolen Rolex watches from Chilean police

Keanu Reeves will soon be able to wear his stolen Rolex watches again after Chilean authorities announced the Canadian actor had identified the luxury timepieces from items snatched during a series of high-profile robberies in December 2023.

31/07/2025

Chile

Chile, New Zealand renew tsunami warnings as risk fades in most places

The danger from Wednesday's 8.8 magnitude earthquake appeared to be subsiding in most places, but Chile kept alerts at the highest level for most of its lengthy Pacific coast while New Zealand renewed a warning to avoid the water.

31/07/2025

World News

Trump threatens trade deal over Canada's plan to recognise Palestine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday that his country would recognise the state of Palestine at the UN in September.

31/07/2025

Tech News

Is AI causing mass layoffs at tech companies? Kind of, experts say

Large tech companies have laid off staff, citing advances in AI. Experts say reality is more complicated.

31/07/2025

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Tsunami warnings lifted in Japan and US but Chile remains on alert

Tsunami alerts were issued across the Pacific after waves followed a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s remote Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday.

31/07/2025

Health news

US government launches health data tracking initiative with Big Tech

The programme aims to bring US health care into the digital age, but online privacy advocates raised concerns about how Americans' data could be used.

31/07/2025

USA

US Treasury sanctions Brazilian judge overseeing Bolsonaro's trial

US President Donald Trump also signed an executive order that effectively implements the 50% tariff announced earlier this month, which he had explicitly linked to Bolsonaro's case.

31/07/2025

Business

Seven all-American products that are actually 'Made in Europe'

Trump’s tariffs are aimed at ostensibly boosting US production and fostering a “local for locals” sensibility. Except, it turns out that several American product staples are actually... "Made in Europe"?

31/07/2025