UK: Poll shows Tories will lose general elections in 2024.
More bad news for the UK's conservative party, as a fresh survey indicates that the Rishi Sunak-led party will suffer its worst election defeat ever. Watch to learn more.
US businesses want to invest $8 billion in Vietnam.
Fifteen American companies, including well-known semiconductor companies, are eager to invest eight billion dollars in Vietnam's renewable energy infrastructure. This significant commitment entails a strategy change as US companies aggressively look for new opportunities in the context of de-risking from China.
Prabowo becomes president of Indonesia; the official count confirms the victory of the defense minister
The electoral body in Indonesia has verified that Prabowo Subianto, the minister of defense, emerged victorious in last month's presidential contest. Despite receiving 59% of the vote, Prabowo's opponents want to challenge the outcome in court.
Rishi Sunak promises more tax cuts as Tories unveil summer election manifesto
Discharging the Conservatives' General Election program, Rishi Sunak seeks to turn around his party's dismal performance after his premature death at D-Day observances. He promises to remove the capital gains tax on landlord sales to tenants, decrease national insurance once more, offer "protected pensions," and cut immigration in half in his ideas.
Russia-Ukraine War: Following a call recording about Ukraine leaks, Moscow expects an answer from Germany
Alleged call recordings of the German defense forces during the conflict in Ukraine were released on Russian social media by a state-sponsored journalist, causing great embarrassment for Berlin.
Flash flood warnings and heavy rain sweep the gulf.
The rain is coming down hard. Major highways in the United Arab Emirates have flooded, leaving cars abandoned on Dubai's roads. The rain that began overnight left massive piles on the streets, while gusts of wind disrupted planes at Dubai International Airport.
Argentina: Thousands take to the streets in protest against public education budget cuts
Buenos Aires streets were crowded with thousands of Argentines. There was a protest march protesting government cuts to funding for public universities.
China-Pakistan relations: Economic corridor aims to connect nations.
A mountain pass over 5,000 meters above sea level is revitalizing a desolate area of northern Pakistan. It is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a $62 billion construction project.
Thousands of Israelis participate in anti-government demonstrations.
In what is the largest anti-government demonstration since Israel began its attack on Gaza, tens of thousands of people have assembled outside the Israeli parliament building in Jerusalem. On Sunday, the demonstrators asked for early elections and demanded that the government negotiate a ceasefire agreement that would include the release of Israeli prisoners detained by Hamas in Gaza. The rally in Jerusalem, according to the demonstrators, was the largest since Israel began its attack on Gaza in October.
Food crisis in Cuba: Havana looks to the World Food Program for assistance
In addition to facing an economic crisis, Cuba is also dealing with dire shortages, an increase in undernourishment among children, and a historic request for UN assistance. The COVID-19 pandemic and US sanctions have made the situation worse, making it difficult for Cubans to obtain needs and sparking a wave of protests around the nation. Many hope the world community will answer Cuba's cry for assistance because the situation is still severe.
Thousands of people assemble at Al-Aqsa Mosque for Eid al-Fitr prayers.
The holy month of Ramadan is coming to a conclusion for Muslims in the Occupied Territories. At the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex in Occupied East Jerusalem, thousands of Palestinians have gathered for Eid prayers.
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