North Korea fires cruise missiles in nuclear warning
North Korea launched long-range strategic cruise missiles overseen by Kim Jong Un, who called it a 'self-defence' exercise. Read the latest on the escalating threat.
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US pledges $2B for UN aid as Trump slashes funding
The US announces a $2bn humanitarian pledge to the UN, a fraction of past funding, as the Trump administration demands drastic reforms and warns agencies to 'adapt, shrink or die'. Read the full analysis.
North Korea launches cruise missiles to test nuclear deterrence
North Korea fires long-range strategic cruise missiles in a major weapons test overseen by Kim Jong Un. South Korea and Japan warn of rising threats to regional security. Read the latest analysis.
North Korea tests long-range cruise missiles
North Korea has test-fired long-range strategic cruise missiles, with Kim Jong Un claiming it's a 'responsible exercise' of self-defence. Read the latest on the regional security implications.
Iran declares 'total war' on US, Israel, and Europe
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declares a 'total war' with the West, as Iran rebuilds nuclear capabilities post-US strikes and faces new UN sanctions. Read the full analysis.
UN Alarmed by UK Treatment of Palestine Action Prisoners
UN experts express grave concern for hunger-striking detainees linked to Palestine Action, questioning UK compliance with human rights law. Urgent action demanded.
North Korea's Kim orders major missile production boost
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed officials to significantly increase missile and artillery shell production in the coming year, raising regional tensions. Read the full analysis.
Kim Jong Un Demands Major Weapons Expansion
North Korea's leader has ordered a significant ramp-up in missile production and new munitions factories during an inspection of a new nuclear-powered submarine. Explore the implications for regional security.
South Korea to End Foreign Adoptions After UN Criticism
South Korea will phase out international adoptions following UN concerns over historic fraud and abuse. The move comes after decades of sending thousands of children abroad.
South Korea to end foreign adoptions by 2029
South Korea vows to phase out foreign adoptions as UN investigators criticise its failure to address past human rights violations and fraudulent practices. Read the full story.
North Korea unveils nuclear submarine with chilling warning
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has inspected a new nuclear-powered submarine, vowing to strengthen his navy's nuclear capabilities amid rising tensions. Read the full analysis.
North Korea unveils nuclear submarine progress, Kim slams South
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Experts assess the strategic shift and potential Russian aid.
North Korea's Nuclear Submarine Progress Revealed
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Expert analysis suggests a launch could be imminent. Explore the regional security implications.
Law Aims to Halt $207M in Improper Medicaid Payments
A watchdog report reveals over $207 million in Medicaid payments were made for deceased individuals. New legislation could curb this persistent issue by mandating regular audits. Discover the proposed fix.
Kim Jong Un and daughter visit new luxury mountain resort
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae inspected a new luxury mountain resort, part of a drive to attract foreign tourists and earn hard currency. Read the full analysis.
Sudan's PM Proposes Peace Plan, US Urges Immediate Truce
Sudan's Prime Minister presents a comprehensive peace initiative to the UN to end the devastating 1000-day conflict, while the US pushes for an immediate humanitarian truce. Read the latest on the diplomatic standoff.
Equality watchdog chair warns against migrant demonisation
Britain's new equalities chair, Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, warns that demonising migrants makes life difficult for UK ethnic minorities and cautions against leaving the ECHR. Read her full analysis.
Equality watchdog chief warns against migrant 'demonisation'
The UK's new equalities watchdog chair, Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, warns that anti-migrant rhetoric harms ethnic minority citizens and cautions against leaving the ECHR. Read the full analysis.
Irish PM in Lebanon presses for justice for Private Sean Rooney
Taoiseach Micheál Martin meets Irish UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, expressing national pride while urging Lebanese PM for accountability over the killing of Private Sean Rooney. Read the full story.
Six Palestinians killed by Israeli troops in Gaza school
Israeli troops kill six Palestinians, including a baby, sheltering in a UN-run school in Gaza. Witnesses describe a targeted raid. Read the full report on the escalating violence.
UN Urges Rwanda to Leave Eastern Congo
The UN Security Council has called for Rwanda to pull its forces from eastern Congo and renewed the MONUSCO peacekeeping mission for one year amid escalating violence. Read the latest.
UN's Grim Week: Peacekeepers Killed, Staff Detained
A devastating week for the UN saw six peacekeepers killed in Sudan, an interpreter die in South Sudan custody, and 10 more staff detained by Houthis in Yemen. Read the full report on the escalating threats to international personnel.
Gaza famine ends but hunger crisis persists, UN warns
The UN states famine has lifted in Gaza due to increased aid, yet 1.6 million face severe hunger. Winter floods and a fragile ceasefire exacerbate the dire humanitarian emergency. Read the latest.
Shein Fined Over Child-Like Sex Dolls on Platform
A Paris court orders Shein to implement strict age verification for adult products after banned items were found. Read the full ruling and implications for online marketplaces.
UN: RSF killed over 1,000 civilians in Sudan camp attack
A new UN report details a three-day massacre by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces at the Zamzam displacement camp, killing over 1,000. Read the full investigation into the atrocities and the urgent calls for accountability.
Ofcom's 2025 Most Complained TV Moments Revealed
Ofcom reveals 2025's most complained TV moments, with Love Island episodes dominating the list. Sabrina Carpenter's BRITs routine and GB News also spark viewer fury. Read the full report.
Venezuela navy escorts oil tankers, defying US blockade
Venezuela's navy has escorted commercial oil tankers to Asia, directly challenging a US military blockade. Tensions escalate as the UN warns of 'extrajudicial killings'. Read the full story.
MPs could claim £30k+ for London pads after commute complaints
MPs with constituencies just 35 minutes from Westminster may soon claim over £30,000 a year for London accommodation, a move sparking fresh expenses row fears. Read the full story.
Victoria's IBAC watchdog faces major overhaul
Victoria's anti-corruption watchdog, IBAC, faces a major overhaul. A landmark review recommends broadening the definition of corrupt conduct and strengthening its powers. Read the full story.
Man, 18, dies on M5 after police Taser and car hit
An 18-year-old man died on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare after being tasered by police and then struck by a car. The police watchdog has launched an investigation.
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