Americas

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

Health news

Plague cases in the US: What you need to know about infamous infection

A new case of the plague has been detected in the US. Why is the infamous infection still a thing and what symptoms do you need to be aware of?

11/07/2024

USA

Biden hosts NATO dinner as he hopes to maintain fresh image

He has an opportunity Thursday to try to prove to the American public that he’s capable of serving another four years as US president.

11/07/2024

USA

NATO: China has become 'decisive enabler' of war in Ukraine

It is the first time all the group's allies have stated this so clearly in a statement approved by all 32 members of the alliance at the NATO summit in Washington.

11/07/2024

Business

Earnings preview: US big banks may see profit fall in second quarter

The US earnings season will kick off with big banks reporting their second-quarter performance on Friday. Analysts expect these banks' profits to be negatively impacted by rate cut expectations.

11/07/2024

USA

Trump teases VP pick amid Democratic turmoil

The Former President played into the speculation that he might elevate Florida Senator Marco Rubio.

10/07/2024

USA

European leaders stand by NATO amid US election uncertainty

The threat of Trump's potential return to the White House has increasingly raised questions in Brussels about Washington's continued commitment to the alliance.

10/07/2024

Culture news

Rumours confirmed: Stevie Nicks’ Barbie doll has been re-released

The doll, originally released in October last year as part of the Barbie Music Series, was re-released this week. But bad news for fans: it’s already sold out.

10/07/2024

Europe News

NATO allies: Orbán's Moscow visit fails to advance peace and unity

The growing consensus among NATO allies is that Orbán's visit to Moscow was unnecessary and failed to acknowledge that Russia is the aggressor and that Ukrainians are suffering as a result of Putin's actions.

10/07/2024