G7 declares war on global drug cartels, unveils major anti-trafficking plan
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:37 pm
The G7 leaders have pledged to intensify the global fight against drug trafficking amid a sharp rise in illicit drug production, organised crime, and international demand.
G7 urges coordinated global response to Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:20 am
Evian/France: G7 leaders on Tuesday called for an urgent and coordinated international response to a re-emerging Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, warning that the disease poses a significant global health security risk.
UK probes reports of Russian warship firing warning shots near English coast
Jun 16, 2026, at 10:45 pm
Britain's Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that a Russian warship fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel, according to British officials and defence sources.
Jun 16, 2026, at 10:21 am
A nine-year-old Australian girl died in Pakistan after police allegedly opened fire on the vehicle in which her family was travelling, mistaking it for that of armed robbery suspects following a hostage ordeal.
US military tragedy: B-52 Bomber goes down seconds after takeoff, 8 killed
Jun 16, 2026, at 09:20 am
At least eight people, including two Boeing employees, were killed after a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff in Southern California, according to media reports.
Canadian firm wins first EU SAFE defence contract as Canada, EU deepen security ties
Jun 16, 2026, at 02:34 am
Evian-les-Bains/France: A Canadian defence technology company has secured the first contract awarded to a Canadian firm under the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, as Canada and the EU announced new cooperation measures on security and ocean conservation.
Strait of Hormuz to fully reopen from Friday after US–Iran deal, Trump announces ahead of G7 talks
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:15 pm
President Donald Trump has announced that a new agreement between the United States and Iran will lead to the “complete reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz from Friday, easing restrictions on one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.
Jun 15, 2026, at 10:59 pm
Britain will ban children under 16 from using several major social media platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday.
Dhaka summons Indian envoy after Bangladesh PM’s aide stopped at Delhi airport
Jun 15, 2026, at 07:11 pm
Dhaka/New Delhi/IBNS: A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Bangladesh and India after Zahed Ur Rahman, Adviser on Policy and Strategy Affairs to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, was briefly prevented from entering India at New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport before receiving clearance.
‘Free Palestine’ chants erupt as students protest during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s Stanford address
Jun 15, 2026, at 03:18 pm
A group of graduating students at Stanford University walked out of the commencement ceremony as Google CEO Sundar Pichai took the stage to deliver his keynote address, amid chants of "Free, Free Palestine," according to media reports.
Horror in US: 12 killed as skydiving plane crashes moments after takeoff
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:13 am
At least 11 skydivers and a pilot were killed after a small aircraft crashed in the US state of Missouri on Sunday, according to media reports.
World leaders welcome US-Iran deal as Strait of Hormuz set to reopen
Jun 15, 2026, at 10:40 am
World leaders on Monday welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to end hostilities in the region, with the deal expected to take effect on Friday.
‘Let the oil flow’: Trump claims historic Iran agreement to end conflict
Jun 15, 2026, at 09:40 am
US President Donald Trump on Monday announced that Washington and Tehran had reached an agreement aimed at ending hostilities in the region, with the deal expected to take effect on Friday.
‘No judgment’: Trump slams Netanyahu over Beirut strike amid Iran deal push
Jun 15, 2026, at 12:14 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s strike on Lebanon, saying the Israeli leader had shown poor judgment at a time when Washington was close to securing a peace deal with Iran.
Jun 14, 2026, at 11:25 pm
Former Bangladesh Police Inspector General Benazir Ahmed has been arrested in Dubai in connection with a corruption case filed by the Bangladesh Anti-Corruption Commission, years after he fled the country.
UK, Japan announce £18 billion investment package, deepen cooperation on technology and security
Jun 14, 2026, at 08:41 pm
London: Britain and Japan announced a series of investment and cooperation agreements worth more than £18 billion ($24.4 billion) on Sunday, deepening collaboration in clean energy, advanced technologies and defence ahead of the G7 summit in France.
Jun 14, 2026, at 06:46 pm
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has released newly declassified intelligence documents claiming that the United States funded more than 120 biological laboratories across over 30 countries, including Ukraine.
“Supportive boyfriend duties”: Justin Trudeau’s viral response to FIFA World Cup backlash
Jun 14, 2026, at 05:45 pm
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has responded sharply to criticism over his attendance at a FIFA World Cup 2026 match between the United States and Paraguay, which led him to miss a key fixture featuring Canada.
Brazilian woman dies in bungee jump horror after staff 'forgot' to attach safety rope
Jun 14, 2026, at 02:15 pm
The excitement of bungee jumping turned into a horrifying tragedy for a 21-year-old Brazilian woman after she plunged more than 130 feet to her death when staff allegedly pushed her off a bridge without attaching the safety rope.
Trump says Middle East peace deal to be signed today, claims Strait of Hormuz will reopen
Jun 14, 2026, at 11:53 am
US President Donald Trump has said that a long-awaited deal aimed at ending the war in the Middle East is expected to be signed on Sunday, adding that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened “immediately” after the agreement is finalised.
Indian-origin man stabbed to death outside a London shop, probe underway
Jun 14, 2026, at 10:24 am
A 26-year-old Indian-origin man has been killed in a knife attack in Southall, west London, the Metropolitan Police said.
Modi-Trump meeting set for G7 sidelines as Hormuz crisis, global security take centre stage
Jun 14, 2026, at 04:50 am
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are set to hold a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France next week, the White House has confirmed.
'Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately': Trump says Iran deal to be signed on June 14
Jun 14, 2026, at 04:37 am
US President Donald Trump has said that a long-anticipated agreement aimed at ending tensions in the Middle East is scheduled to be signed on Sunday (June 14), adding that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen to global shipping immediately after the deal takes effect.
US strike kills notorious Venezuelan gang boss Niño Guerrero, Trump claims ‘justice delivered'
Jun 13, 2026, at 05:30 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday said American forces have killed an “infamous leader” of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a group his administration has designated as a global terrorist organisation and transnational drug cartel.
Pakistan: Militant Commander killed in Bannu
Jun 13, 2026, at 04:41 pm
A suspected militant commander and two other individuals were killed in separate incidents in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province’s Bannu district, according to media reports.
Indian-origin man jailed for 34 years in UK over horrific kidnap, torture and rape case
Jun 13, 2026, at 09:07 am
An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 34 years in prison after being convicted of kidnapping, torturing, and raping a woman in London.
Canada, Ontario commit C$12 million to help farmers improve efficiency and sustainability
Jun 13, 2026, at 01:41 am
Toronto: Canada and Ontario announced C$12 million in new funding on Friday to help farmers improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs and strengthen the long-term resilience of agricultural operations.
Canada, Philippines sign defence agreements to deepen military cooperation in Indo-Pacific
Jun 12, 2026, at 11:55 pm
Ottawa: Canada and the Philippines signed two defence agreements on Thursday to expand military cooperation, improve interoperability and strengthen security ties amid growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX stock surge
Jun 12, 2026, at 10:36 pm
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has reportedly become the world’s first trillionaire after shares of his rocket company SpaceX surged sharply on their first day of trading.
US and Iran 'closer than ever' to war-end deal, says Iranian Foreign Minister
Jun 12, 2026, at 10:07 pm
The United States and Iran are “never been closer” to reaching a deal aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday.