Petrol Hits Highest Price Since Start of Iran War
The average price of unleaded petrol has reached 158.52p a litre, its highest level since the start of the Iran war, according to the RAC.
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US Claims Emergency Refugee Situation for 17,500 White South Africans
The US government claims an 'emergency refugee situation' as it admits 17,500 white South Africans this year, according to a state department notice.
Philippines Senate Shooting, AI Governance Experiment, and US Ties Rise
Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity, is reported to have fired shots inside the Philippine Senate building in Manila. The incident occurred amid international scrutiny over the country's drug war policies.
Xi Jinping hosts Putin as China emerges as diplomatic hub
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on May 21, just days after meeting U.S. President Donald Trump, as China positions itself as a key center of global diplomacy, according to Spiegel.
What Really Holds China and Russia Together
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, who have described each other as best friends, have a partnership based on strategic interests and mutual benefits, according to BBC.
Bodies of missing Italians recovered from Maldives cave
Two bodies of missing Italian divers were recovered from a deep cave in the Maldives, authorities said. The incident, which resulted in five fatalities, is under investigation.
Libyan Militia Commander Faces ICC in ‘Huge Milestone’ Trial
A former Libyan militia commander accused of overseeing torture and abuse in detention centers will appear at the International Criminal Court on Tuesday, marking a 'huge milestone' in the ICC’s long-running investigation, according to the European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights.
US suspends joint defence effort with Canada dating back to World War II
The United States has announced it will no longer participate in a joint defence board with Canada, according to a statement by Undersecretary of Defense Elbridge Colby.
Islamic Center of San Diego Active Shooter Incident
San Diego Police Department responded to reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, according to a post by the department on social media.
Pressure on Mexico as Ex-Officials Surrender Over Cartel Ties
Pressure on Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is intensifying after two former officials from Sinaloa state surrendered to U.S. authorities over alleged cartel ties, according to The Guardian.
Afghanistan’s Crisis: 269 Dead in Pakistan Strike, 4.7M Face Famine
A Pakistani airstrike killed at least 269 people at an Afghan drug rehab center, while 4.7 million are now one step from famine. Families are selling children to survive, according to BBC reports.
What we know about Israel’s interception of Gaza aid flotilla
Israeli forces have intercepted multiple vessels from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, according to Al Jazeera. At least 100 activists have reportedly been arrested.
Pakistan’s Mediation Faces Limits Amid Iran-US Tensions
Pakistan is struggling to maintain diplomatic channels between the United States and Iran amid rising tensions, according to Al Jazeera.
Drones Reshape Colombia War as Deaths Rise to 100s
Armed groups have dramatically increased drone attacks in Colombia, killing civilians and military personnel. Drone strikes rose from 1 in 2023 to 333 in 2025, according to ACLED.
Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices
Four people have been killed and at least 30 injured in protests linked to Kenya's nationwide transport strikes against recent increases in the cost of fuel, according to the interior minister.