The UK government is considering joining a global investment bank designed to help countries raise more money for defence spending. Chancellor John Healey is looking at a possible UK membership of the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB). His predecessor, Rachel Reeves, had previously rejected the idea. Canada is leading efforts to establish the multilateral… Continue reading UK Considers Joining Canada-Led Defence Bank
The United States has publicly acknowledged that it operates US space weapons in Earth’s orbit, marking a notable shift in how Washington discusses military capabilities in space. US Space Force Chief Gen. Douglas Schiess said personnel operate on-orbit weapons designed to defend American forces against space-enabled attacks. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink made similar remarks… Continue reading US Space Weapons Disclosure Raises China, Russia Stakes
Greta Thunberg Ed Sheeran tensions have grown after the Swedish activist criticized the singer over Macklemore’s departure from his US tour. Thunberg and activist group Humanti Project addressed the dispute in an Instagram post. They criticized the decision after Macklemore made pro-Palestinian comments during a show in New Jersey. He shouted “Free Palestine!” and said… Continue reading Greta Thunberg Ed Sheeran: Macklemore Tour Row Grows
Saudi Arabia has taken action against unauthorized labor recruitment businesses as authorities tighten oversight of the domestic employment market. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) said it identified 10 firms providing recruitment and manpower services without the required licenses. Authorities used digital monitoring and field inspections to detect the businesses. Officials said… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Fines Illegal Recruitment Agencies Up to SR250,000
Karachi airport firing left one Shaheen Force official martyred and another injured after unidentified suspects opened fire near the Airport Colony gate, according to police. The officials were patrolling within the jurisdiction of Airport Police Station when they noticed suspicious people travelling on a rickshaw and a motorcycle. Police said the officers tried to stop… Continue reading Karachi Airport Firing: Shaheen Force Official Martyred
At least 124 land and environmental defenders were killed worldwide in 2025, according to a new Global Witness report. Latin America accounted for 85% of the documented deaths, highlighting the risks faced by people protecting land, forests and natural resources. The report recorded 105 killings across Latin America. Colombia remained the country with the highest… Continue reading Environmental Defender Killings Hit Latin America Hard
South Sudan President Salva Kiir has removed the head of the country’s electoral commission, just three months before the nation is scheduled to hold its first election. Kiir announced the decision on Tuesday night. He did not give a public reason for removing Abednego Akok Kacuol as chairperson of the National Elections Commission. Gabriel Bol… Continue reading South Sudan President Removes Electoral Chief
Burnham budget comments come as the prime minister pushes back against claims that investors see his government as a traditional tax-and-spend administration. Former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane made the criticism during an interview with LBC. Haldane, who has previously advised Burnham on economic policy, said financial markets had become more doubtful about… Continue reading Burnham Budget Comments: PM Rejects Tax-and-Spend Label
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening the door for Canada EU associate membership, potentially making Canada the European Union’s first country with such a status. Von der Leyen made the proposal during her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday. Canadian Prime Minister Mark… Continue reading Canada EU Associate Membership Plan Proposed
The Saudi Arabia travel advisory urges Americans to reconsider travel to the country amid growing security concerns and reported Houthi drone activity in the region. The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued the advisory on Tuesday. It cited several risks, including Iranian drone and missile attacks against US interests. The warning also covers armed conflict,… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Travel Advisory: US Urges Caution
