Beijing has proposed banning exports of the technology used to make next-generation solar cells, a move that could complicate United States technology guru Elon Musk’s […]
Year: 2026
Talking with China, say what you’re told you can’t say
For years, the idea of speaking forthrightly to China would evoke an admonition from the US State Department and most of the American policymaking class: […]
Trump’s Voter Raids Have Begun
On Monday, federal authorities announced the arrest in California of at least 11 people, and charges against 28, alleging they registered to vote as noncitizens. […]
Former Qantas pilot reveals the hidden danger threatening air travellers as pilots face new turbulence challenges
‘If you’re seated, keep your seatbelt fastened just loosely so that you don’t fly and hit the ceiling.’…See More
Best smart watches for 2026: From Samsung to Garmin, here are the seven best buys for every budget
They not only deliver best-in-class fitness and health insights, but they also act as a handy second screen to your smartphone…See More
Small-scale florists hope to fill gap for romantics in Kununurra
Small businesses see an opportunity in a flower market side hustle in a remote WA town after its florist of 30 years retires…See More
‘You can have him’: Bernard Parker’s ‘baby mama’ claps back?
Oops! Did Bernard Parker’s alleged baby mama Kacha Stepanovic send him and his wife Wendy Parker a message…See More
Oyster farmers cautious ahead of summer as algal bloom recovery continues
South Australian oyster growers are reporting recovery after last year’s harmful algal bloom is moving at different speeds along the coastline with challenges including a […]
The uncertain future of Erika Kirk’s Turning Point USA
This story was originally reported by Mariel Padilla of The 19th. Meet Mariel and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. This […]
Trump wades into Israel’s election to back ally Netanyahu
President Donald Trump endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection Sunday, warning Israeli voters against choosing the “wrong Leader” just nine days before the […]
Gaza faces worsening hunger as WFP announces food aid cuts
The World Food Programme has announced that funding shortages will force it to suspend food assistance in Gaza…See More
China Focus: Mengniu, Yili, alt protein hurdles, and the trends shaping food
From functional dairy and digitalisation to alternative proteins, we explore China’s food industry developments, emerging trends and the people shaping its future…See More
Decision on Senegal’s AFCON final appeal to be made by end of November
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will announce its verdict on the title, which was awarded to Morocco by CAF…See More
Please Don’t Film the Breakfast Buffet at Ken Paxton’s “Come and Take It” Bus Tour
Ken Paxton’s message to voters in the home stretch of his closely-contested US Senate race with Democrat James Talarico is a mystery to me. I […]
After looting spree, France tells online resellers to crack down on traffic of stolen goods
PARIS — The French government has called on leading online marketplaces such as Vinted and eBay to bar listings that include goods stolen during this […]
UK and Poland accuse Hegseth of downplaying allies’ role in Afghanistan
LONDON — The British and Polish governments have criticized U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, after he appeared to downplay the role fellow NATO members played […]
Trump the gangster’s new clothes
Should this be seen as the Hans Christian Andersen story, in which the narcissistic emperor is finally exposed as a naked fool by a truth-telling […]
South Korea: A growing national crisis and a strategic warning
Recent media reports projecting South Korea’s per capita GDP to surpass Japan’s have generated considerable excitement across the regional countries that see Korea as a […]
Kenya: Verdict expected in Shakahola starvation cult massacre trial
Mackenzie also faces separate charges of manslaughter and terrorism, which he denies. The verdict is being closely watched by victims’ families seeking justice three years […]
DR Congo: Ebola outbreak deepens mental health crisis amid stigma and conflict
The World Health Organization has warned that it could surpass the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history, which erupted more than a decade ago and killed […]