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US social media safety bill advances as key Republican support strengthens push

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WASHINGTON, May 13 — US legislation that would require social media companies to take more responsibility for how their apps affect children and teens overcame a key hurdle on Tuesday, […]

Poor planning fuels Bangladesh contraceptive crisis

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DHAKA, May 13 — Bangladesh’s once-praised family planning system is buckling under severe contraceptive shortages, raising fears of a rise in unplanned pregnancies in one of the world’s most densely […]

Report: Amazon rainforest ‘under attack’ from organised crime

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BRASÍLIA, May 13 — Organised crime in South America is a growing threat to the Amazon rainforest, according to a report published yesterday, as the encroachment of criminal groups into […]

Chaos erupts, gunshots heard at Philippine Senate, as senator resists ICC arrest

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MANILA, May 13 — Volleys of gunshots were heard ‌at the Philippine Senate today and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as chaos mounted in anticipation […]

One trip, one ticket: New EU rules aim to ease train travel

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BRUSSELS, May 13 —  The EU plans to force railway companies to sell rivals’ tickets on their websites and share data with booking platforms, under new rules unveiled today aiming […]

European Partnership Bill: Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation

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LONDON, May 13 — Britain will introduce legislation to strengthen its ties with the European ‌Union, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer prioritises mending economic relations with the bloc as he […]

Why Republicans won the redistricting war but may still lose the US House

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WASHINGTON, May 13 — Republicans have won the Great Redistricting War of 2026, but that ‌may not be enough for President Donald Trump’s party to maintain its hold on the […]

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

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CAIRO, May 13 — Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the US in Iran, redirecting its fire back on […]

Modi cuts motorcade size as India faces fuel crisis triggered by Iran war

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NEW DELHI, May 13 — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has “significantly” cut the size of his motorcade ‌to save fuel, a government source said on Wednesday, days after he […]

Viral clip shows AirAsia pilot pulling off skilful ‘crab’ landing amid intense Taiwan crosswinds (VIDEO)

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KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — A video showcasing the precision and skill of an AirAsia pilot during a challenging landing at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport has gone viral, highlighting the […]

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