Category : Global


The Dangerous Rise of Buddhist Extremism

A Guardian Long Read explores how Buddhist nationalism is being weaponised across South-East Asia, challenging perceptions of the faith. Listen to the full podcast.

Congress moves to scale back Trump's aid cuts

US Congress acts to restore billions in global health and aid funding slashed by President Trump, aiming to mitigate a crisis in HIV services and women's healthcare worldwide. Will he sign it?

Iran Protests Suppressed After Violent Crackdown

Iranian authorities have reportedly suppressed nationwide protests with a violent crackdown and internet blackout. The exiled Crown Prince claims the death toll could exceed 12,000. Read the latest developments.

Photos of the Day: A World in Focus

The Guardian's picture editors curate powerful images from around the globe, capturing protests, tradition, and tragedy from Ukraine to Australia. Explore the day's visual stories.

Gaza storm kills six, floods makeshift camps

At least six Palestinians killed as powerful rainstorm devastates displacement camps in Gaza, flooding tents and exposing families to freezing winter conditions. Read the full report.

6,000-Year-Old Shell Trumpets Played Again in Catalonia

Archaeologists in Catalonia have successfully played 8 prehistoric shell trumpets for the first time in millennia, revealing their use as a powerful long-distance communication network. Discover the secrets of Stone Age tech.

DJ Priest's Beirut Set Draws Cheers and Controversy

Portuguese priest and DJ Guilherme Peixoto performed a sold-out set in Beirut after a court rejected a ban petition. His unique ministry blends electronic music with a message of peace, dividing opinion in Lebanon.

Largest Viking 'Super Ship' Unearthed in Denmark

Archaeologists discover a 28m Viking 'super ship' from 1410AD, reshaping understanding of medieval trade. Built with timber from Poland and the Netherlands, it's a maritime archaeology milestone. Explore the find.

Iran Protests: 116 Dead as Unrest Enters 14th Day

Iran's anti-regime protests rage into a 14th day with over 115 killed. Fires engulf a police station and mosque as thousands defy the crackdown. Latest updates and footage from Tehran and Mashhad.

Cuba's population plummets 25% in four-year exodus

Cuba faces a devastating 'polycrisis' as economic collapse and political disillusionment drive a quarter of its population to leave in just four years. Explore the human stories behind the world's fastest population decline.

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