Amid heatwaves, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
All of this has been hailed by Chinese media as a win for Made in China goods – a label that is commonly associated with more low-quality, often cheaply made products. «The fact that Chinese air conditioners have become a necessity for Europeans is…
Canadian wildfire sends hazardous smoke spewing into US – A propos
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Sonam Wangchuk: Why India still turns to the hunger strike
Activist Anna Hazare’s 13-day fast in 2011 gave fresh momentum to an anti-corruption campaign that briefly captured the national imagination. Irom Sharmila, protesting against the draconian Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in India’s…
Middle East live: US strikes in Iran hit airport, bridges and railway station
Home Middle East Live Issued on: 17/07/2026 – 01:56Modified: 17/07/2026 – 02:08 A damaged railway bridge near Aq Qala that U.S. struck last night, Aq Qala, Golestan Province, Iran, July 9, 2026. © Social Media, via Reuters Deadly US strikes…
Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
The US launched a new wave of strikes against Iran for a sixth night in a row, its military said, as the two sides battled for control of the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command (Centcom) said the attacks were intended to «further degrade Iranian…
Trump tightens US visa rules, limits stay for foreign students and journalists
President Donald Trump‘s administration finalised rules Thursday that impose stricter limits on how long foreign students and journalists can stay in the United States, the latest bid to tighten legal immigration in the country. Under a change that…
Bangkok bar fire: Leader of Thai band Thotsakan mourns girlfriend killed in inferno
The deadly inferno has raised familiar questions about fire safety standards across Thailand, especially at entertainment venues. Thai authorities say they are investigating if negligence led to the fire, as survivors reported doors being locked and a…
Will football ever be the same? The legacy of a star-spangled World Cup – The Debate
It’s a game of two halves and in the end, Lionel Messi shines. After a stunning performance in Argentina’s come-from-behind win against England, the 39-year old securing the defending World Cup champions their second final in a row, much to the delight…
Genoa bridge disaster: What to know as long-awaited trial ends
The former CEO of Italy’s motorway operator is among 32 people found guilty over the August 2018 collapse of Genoa’s Morandi bridge in a trial. Giovanni Castellucci, who is already serving a six-year jail term for a 2013 road disaster, was…
Bitter row splits Ukraine’s military leadership after defence minister ousted
Ukraine’s ousted defence minister directed stunning public criticism at the army’s top commander on Thursday, forcing President Volodymyr Zelensky to call for unity amid signs of an emerging split in the military’s top ranks. Large…