Russia-Ukraine talks: All the mediation efforts, and where they stand
Nearly four years into Russia’s war on Ukraine, multiple peace efforts have been started, but no end is in sight.
Japan’s Sanae Takaichi reappointed as PM
Japan’s Sanae Takaichi was formally reappointed as prime minister by Emperor Naruhito.
Why is the US targeting Cuba’s global medical missions?
Amid Cuba’s deepening fuel crisis, countries are bowing to US pressure and winding down their Cuban medical programmes.
We tested the ‘first wooden, sustainable air purifier’ and it’s a thing of beauty
The IQAir Atem Earth is the most elegant, eco-friendly air purifier we have ever tested, and we absolutely love it for that. It is by
Missing megaflood: How did the Mediterranean transform from a salt-filled bowl to a deep sea if it wasn’t a cataclysmic deluge?
Researchers have long believed that a sudden, massive deluge filled a dry, salt-filled Mediterranean 5 million years ago. Turns out that probably didn’t happen, but
Diagnostic dilemma: 83-year-old man’s unusual form of syphilis had an ‘uncertain’ source
A man went to the emergency room after being in and out of hospitals for a month, and doctors found a surprising explanation for his
Inspecting fictional claim ICE agents arrested Black federal judge Nadine Ashford
Stories of ICE agents arresting various Black judges in different American cities circulated online in early 2026.
Old video of Obama saying US can’t have ‘half a million people pouring’ over border spreads online
Social media users who shared the clip suggested it showed Obama previously echoing Trump’s stance on immigration.
Mikaela Shiffrin takes home Olympic gold in the slalom
Mikaela Shiffrin takes home Olympic gold in the slalom
False claim that Epstein is alive in Colorado misrepresents 2021 emails about different man
It was unclear why the DOJ included these emails in its January 2026 release of Epstein-related documents.
‘Difficult’ peace talks spotlight Putin’s chief negotiator and Ukraine antagonist
Russia and Ukraine don’t agree on much, but both sides left the latest round of U.S.-led peace talks Wednesday describing the negotiations as “difficult.”Moscow —
Turkey’s president rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region.
Social media suspended in Gabon for ‘spreading of false information’
The media regulator said the ban would be in place “until further notice”.
Benfica midfielder denies racially abusing Vinicius after Real Madrid match halted
The Champions League match between Real Madrid and Benfica was halted for 10 minutes, with both sets of players leaving the pitch.