South African police are investigating the discovery of a ninth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg. Officers found the body early Thursday, adding to a series of cases that have raised fears of linked killings. All nine bodies were discovered across the Ekurhuleni municipality during the past two months. Police previously warned that similarities… Continue reading South Africa Woman Killings: Ninth Body Found
The Burnham tax rises row has intensified as the Conservatives call on Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey to rule out new taxes at the October Budget. Shadow chancellor Andrew Griffith made the demand during his first major speech in the role. He argued that businesses and self-employed workers face too much uncertainty.… Continue reading Burnham Tax Rises: Conservatives Demand Budget Pledge
The Saudi pipeline attack has added fresh pressure to global oil markets, raising concerns that diesel prices could climb further across Europe. Saudi Arabia temporarily shut its 1,200-kilometre East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack. The pipeline has become particularly important because it allows Saudi crude to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping has… Continue reading Saudi Pipeline Attack Raises Europe Diesel Prices
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are preparing for a high-profile White House summit on September 24. The meeting is expected to cover trade, artificial intelligence, Iran, Taiwan and other major areas of tension between the two countries. The White House has been preparing for Xi’s visit with a military honor guard… Continue reading Trump Xi Summit: High-Profile Talks With Low Expectations
The Turkey Black Sea deal proposal aims to stop attacks on civilian ships as Ankara seeks a new arrangement with Russia and Ukraine. A Turkish diplomat told AFP on Thursday that Turkey had shared a draft memorandum with both countries. The proposal would create a framework to protect civilian shipping in the Black Sea. The… Continue reading Turkey Black Sea Deal: Plan Targets Ship Attacks
Nepal plans to use a new climate study to support a financial request from the United Nations fund created to help countries recover from climate-related loss and damage. The Nepal UN climate fund request could seek around $20 million, according to reports. The money would help support reconstruction after the devastating floods and landslides that… Continue reading Nepal UN Climate Fund Claim After Deadly Floods
Residents of the Oxfordshire village of Piddington have voted symbolically to leave the UK in protest against plans to house up to 1,256 male asylum seekers at a nearby former military site. The parish council organised the symbolic referendum on Tuesday. Of the 312 votes cast, 285 supported leaving the UK, while 26 opposed the… Continue reading Piddington Votes to Leave UK Over Asylum Plan
The Russian drone Poland incident has raised security concerns after officials confirmed that a Gerbera-2 recovered from the Baltic Sea carried an explosive warhead. Polish authorities found the drone Monday near the beach at Rusinowo, close to Jarosławiec in northwestern Poland. The military recovered it from the water and secured the aircraft for examination. Military… Continue reading Russian Drone Poland: Explosives Found Near Beach
American Airlines fuel prices are putting pressure on the carrier’s future flight plans as energy costs continue to rise. American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said the company could adjust its capacity if fuel prices remain elevated. However, strong passenger demand and higher fares have helped the airline recover a large share of its increased fuel… Continue reading American Airlines Fuel Prices Put Capacity at Risk
A war-damaged building collapsed in Gaza, killing at least 16 Palestinians, including five children, as rescuers searched the rubble for survivors. The seven-storey building collapsed overnight while families were sheltering inside. Gaza civil defence officials said 14 other people suffered injuries. Rescuers believe nearly 100 people could still be trapped beneath the rubble. Rescue teams… Continue reading Gaza Building Collapse Kills 16, Including Children
