Americas

USA

‘I’m on the horse’: Biden insists he will not drop out of US election

The US President and presumptive Democratic Party nominee admitted he’s an 'old guy' but insisted that 'this is my job to get this done'.

16/07/2024

USA

Does Trump’s choice of running mate spell trouble for Europe?

JD Vance is a relative political unknown - but he’s been outspoken on Ukraine and has vehemently opposed giving more aid to the war-torn nation.

16/07/2024

USA

Trump announces Ohio senator JD Vance as his running mate

At the beginning of the Republican convention, Donald Trump has announced Senator JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate on social media

15/07/2024

USA

Judge dismisses Trump classified documents case

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of former US President Donald Trump in Florida dismissed the prosecution on Monday.

15/07/2024

Tech News

Trump assassination attempt: Social media fuelling disinformation fire

Claims such as the shooting being "staged" or "ordered" by US president Joe Biden have run rife on social media.

15/07/2024

Eco-Innovation

World’s first commercial hydrogen ferry is taking passengers for free

The ferry can travel about 550 kilometres and operate for 16 hours before it needs to refuel.

15/07/2024

USA

Republicans prepare for 2024 convention after Trump shooting

The speaker list at the GOP convention promises a week of far-right rhetoric as well as a celebration of former President Donald Trump's survival.

15/07/2024

Europe Decoded

Fact-check: Italian football commentator is not Trump shooter

Social media users have wrongly identified Donald Trump's would-be assassin as an Italian sports writer after the former US president was shot at during a campaign rally on Saturday.

15/07/2024

USA

Argentina wins Copa America after beating Colombia 1-0 in tense final

A goal by Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martínez in extra time won the Albiceleste their 16th Copa America title in a match marred by security issues.

15/07/2024

USA

Biden urges Americans to shun political violence after Trump shooting

Speaking in the Oval Office, Biden said passions were running high on both sides and the stakes of the election were enormous but that violence was not the answer, adding "We can do this".

15/07/2024

USA

Chaos in the crowds following Trump's assassination attempt

Chaos erupted at a Donald Trump election rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a gunman attempted to assassinate the former president.

14/07/2024

USA

Trump attack could sway undecided US voters, analyst says

The assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump could change the minds of those ‘in the middle of the two armies,’ one analyst warns.

14/07/2024

Culture news

"Beverly Hills, 90210" actor Shannen Doherty dies of breast cancer

Doherty died on Saturday, according to a statement from her publicist, Leslie Sloane, given to People magazine. She had had breast cancer for years.

14/07/2024

USA

Footage shows crowds reaction to Trump rally shooting

Video from a bystander at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday shows the moment chaos erupted when the former president was shot in the ear. Several popping sounds were heard before Mr. Trump ducked behind the podium and was quickly surrounded by his security detail.

14/07/2024

USA

Who was the gunman who tried to assassinate Donald Trump?

Secret Service agents shot dead Thomas Matthew Crooks, as he lay on a roof with a rifle outside the rally venue in Butler, Pennsylvania, the FBI said.

14/07/2024

USA

Shooting at Trump rally in Pennsylvania - in pictures

A local prosecutor confirmed the suspected gunman and at least one attendee were dead. The Secret Service said two spectators were critically injured.

14/07/2024

World News

Biden orders independent security review of deadly Trump rally

In a post on Truth Social, his social media platform, Trump said it was more important now than ever "that we stand united".

14/07/2024

USA

Trump shot in the ear in assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally

“I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin," Trump wrote on his social media site.

14/07/2024

Culture news

Alec Baldwin's manslaughter case dismissed by New Mexico judge

The defence argued that prosecutors hid evidence from them about ammunition that may be related to the shooting on the film set and said they should have had the ability to determine its importance.

13/07/2024

Space

SpaceX rocket accident leaves Starlink satellites in wrong orbit

A SpaceX rocket has failed for the first time in nearly a decade, leaving the company’s internet satellites doomed to destruction.

12/07/2024

USA

NATO deputy chief: 'China is a threat to our security'

Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană discusses the wars in Russia and Gaza at the 75th anniversary summit of the alliance.

12/07/2024

USA

What is NATO's plan for Ukraine beyond just words?

Like in the 1950s, NATO seeks an effective strategic doctrine to navigate a new, challenging environment. The first step may involve gradually integrating Ukraine, but only after the conflict with Russia ends.

12/07/2024

Europe News

Ukraine to get Patriots and F-16s as NATO announces long-term support

Support for Ukraine was a major consensus between allies on the second day of the NATO Summit in Washington, as partners agreed to shift their focus to providing long-term support.

12/07/2024

USA

Biden insists on running despite confusing Zelenskyy and Putin

Biden used the press conference to deliver a forceful defence of his foreign and domestic policies, however his night was marred by simple yet embarrassing mistakes.

12/07/2024

Health news

Nearly half of cancer deaths preventable with lifestyle changes

Just under half of all cancer deaths in the US and 40 per cent of cases were linked to preventable factors, according to new research.

11/07/2024

Culture news

161-million-year-old Stegosaurus to go under the hammer at Sotheby's

Discovered in May 2022 in Colorado’s Morrison Formation, "Apex" is touted as the most complete Stegosaurus ever found, with 79% of its bones intact.

11/07/2024