As Sudan’s humanitarian crisis deepens, the U.S. and global allies have pledged millions more in assistance, but diplomatic roadblocks and aid obstructions are hindering progress.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino says initial plans to raise $15B to $20B were a “misconception”; sources say Tether’s advisers have floated raising as little as $5B (Jill R Shah/Financial Times)
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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino says initial plans to raise $15B to $20B were a “misconception”; sources say Tether’s advisers have floated raising as little as $5B — CEO Paolo Ardoino downplays t…
Peace talks to end the war in Ukraine set to resume
A new round of peace talks to end Russia’s war on Ukraine begin Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.
Russia Staged ‘Energy Truce’ to Stockpile Missiles, Strike During Coldest Days, Zelensky Says
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How Japan’s First Female Leader Won Over Disillusioned Young Voters
Three months into her tenure as Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi is connecting with younger voters in a way her predecessors failed.
The myths surrounding Spain’s mass regularisation of migrants
‘They’re giving them citizenship so they can vote’, ‘they’ll overwhelm the healthcare system’, ‘they’ll be able to move to other EU countries’. Is there any truth to the claims surrounding the Spanish government’s plan to regularise over 5…
Starmer orders release of files relating to Mandelson US ambassador decision
Pressure grows on PM over ex-minister’s Jeffrey Epstein links as Tories criticise move to withhold some recordsUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer will attempt to get ahead of the widening scandal over Peter Mandelson’s conduct with the expec…
Iran Formally Allows Women To Ride Motorcycles
Women in Iran can now formally obtain a licence to ride a motorcycle, local media reported Wednesday, ending years of legal ambiguity surrounding two-wheelers.
More Than 250 People Killed After Separatist Attacks In Pakistan: Official
More than 250 people have been killed in coordinated attacks launched by separatists across Pakistan’s Balochistan province since Saturday, a security official said on Wednesday.
Saudi Aramco raises $4 billion: Shakes global markets, Wall Street buzzing
Saudi Arabia’s oil giant Saudi Aramco has successfully raised $4 billion through a bond issuance. The move highlights strong investor trust in the company’s financial stability. The issuance, part of a global program, was priced in January 2026 and com…