Trump orders funding cuts for US public broadcasters PBS, NPR
Trump orders funding cuts for US public broadcasters PBS, NPR White House accuses outlets of using public money to spread ‘woke propaganda’ as alarm raised on media freedom. In recent…
Hong Kong ex-lawmaker describes ‘Kafka-esque’ prison experience
Hong Kong ex-lawmaker describes ‘Kafka-esque’ prison experience Claudia Mo says she read more than 300 books and brushed up on her French while in prison. Pro-democracy lawmakers, including Claudia Mo…
Germany’s AfD classified as extreme-right by country’s intelligence service
AfD classified as extreme-right by German intelligence 15 minutes agoPaul KirbyEurope digital editor ReutersThe AfD won a record number of seats in federal elections in February Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland…
Drones hit ‘Freedom Flotilla’ Gaza aid ship in international waters
Drones hit ‘Freedom Flotilla’ Gaza aid ship in international waters Freedom Flotilla Coalition demands Israel answer to violations of international law, including blockade and ‘bombing of our civilian vessel’. Activists…
Mike Waltz “never pivoted [to Trump’s] America First agenda”
Charles Kupchan says Donald Trump replaced Mike Waltz because he didn’t align with the MAGA base.
Gaza activist ship ‘attacked by drones’ off coast of Malta, NGO says
The Maltese government said a fire onboard the ship was “brought under control overnight” and that it was being monitored by authorities.
Russell Brand arrives at court for first hearing
The broadcaster, comedian and actor faces charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault.
South Korea appoints new acting leader as ex-PM enters election race
South Korea appoints new acting leader as ex-PM enters election race Han Duck-soo declares candidacy in June 3 election to replace impeached ex-president Yoon Suk-yeol. South Korea’s Education Minister and…
Gaza aid ship on fire after reported drone attack
An aid ship heading to Gaza has sent out a distress signal after crew members say it was hit in a drone attack.
Gaza community kitchens warn food is running out after two months of Israeli blockade
Gaza community kitchens warn food is running out after two months of Israeli blockade 1 hour agoYolande KnellMiddle East correspondentReporting fromJerusalem BBCAnera’s community kitchens in Khan Younis feeds some 6,000…