Philippines: Highest alert level raised for Super Typhoon Usagi

The Philippines has raised its highest storm alert and evacuated thousands of people as it braces for Super Typhoon Usagi, the fifth storm to hit the country in three weeks. Packing sustained…

USA: House to vote on anti-NGO bill that could target pro-Palestinian groups

United States legislators are set to vote on a bill that would grant the US Department of the Treasury broad authority to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofit organisations it…

USA: Man charged for leaking secret documents about Israeli attack on Iran

A man who worked overseas for the United States government has been charged with leaking classified information prior to Israel’s planned missile attack on Iran last month, according to media reports citing…

USA: Republicans claim US House, achieving ‘trifecta’ of election victories

The Republican Party has won enough seats to maintain control over the House of Representatives, cementing a dominant performance in the 2024 United States elections.The Associated Press news agency announced that…

Poland: US opens missile base in northern Poland

The United States is opening a new missile base in northern Poland, which the Kremlin criticised as an attempt “to contain” Russia by moving US military infrastructure closer to its borders.…

Brazil: One dead after attack on Supreme Court

A man who tried to attack Brazil’s Supreme Court in the capital Brasilia on Wednesday evening is believed to have been killed by his own explosives. He was found dead…

USA: Biden administration reiterates support for Ukraine

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has pledged to strengthen support for Ukraine before the end of Joe Biden’s presidency in January.The top US diplomat made the promise during…

China: Deadly car attack connected to ‘taking revenge on society’ phenomenon

A car attack that killed 35 people in China has sparked questions about a recent spate of public violence. On social media, many are discussing the social phenomenon of “taking…

Indonesia: Airlines cancel Bali flights cancelled due to dangerous volcanic ash

Several airlines have cancelled flights to and from Bali due to dangerous ash clouds from a volcano near the Indonesian holiday island. Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia advised passengers of…

Germany: VW launches $5.8bn joint venture with Tesla rival Rivian

Volkswagen Group (VW) and Tesla rival Rivian have launched a joint venture, with the German car giant increasing its investment in the partnership. The two companies say the deal is…