A look at the latest headlines from the UK: Simon Hart criticizes Covid rule inconsistencies, a new missile deal is announced, Ukraine receives a loan, and TikTok faces investigation. Read more...

A new report suggests rising UK crime, fueled by austerity cuts to policing and criminal justice, is costing the economy up to £250bn annually. Plus, advice for UK expats and renters. Read more...

Armenia faces accusations ranging from military command structure irregularities to environmental pollution and even claims of originating fascism, sparking regional and historical debates. Read more...

Global nature protection agreements, urban heritage preservation, and concerns over stray animal management are in the news. Read on for updates on these pressing issues. Read more...

Former President Trump reportedly halted US military aid to Ukraine, pressuring Zelenskyy for peace talks with Russia, and expressed confusion over AUKUS during a meeting about Ukraine. Read more...

The UK has refused Rwanda's request for additional funds following the suspension of aid related to the scrapped migrant deal. Tensions rise as both countries navigate the financial implications of the agreement's termination. Read more...

France opposes seizing frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine military spending, citing international agreements. The EU debates rearmament amid shifting US aid policies. Read more...

Ukraine's Zelensky expresses regret over past clashes with Trump and seeks peace under his leadership, while Europe debates seizing Russian assets and Lukashenko hunts for rare earth minerals. Read more...

A proposed minerals deal between Ukraine and the US is under scrutiny, raising questions about resource sharing, national sovereignty, and the potential impact of political disputes. Read more...

Recent political developments highlight nuclear cooperation between Uzbekistan and the IAEA, Moscow's influence on the Zaporizhzhia plant, and Russia's role in US-Iran negotiations. Read more...

Trump pushes tariffs to offset tax cuts and vows to end the Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, Ukraine seeks a mineral resource deal with the USA amid paused military aid. Read more...

Despite Zelensky's visit to Washington, Russia insists its Ukraine goals remain. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian leader likens US aid suspension to a "Second Munich." Read more...

This weekend's news includes a Ukraine allies summit in London, a suspension of aid to Gaza, and the conviction of a PhD student for multiple rapes. Read more...

This week saw Donald Trump making headlines with an apparent AUKUS gaffe, calls for clearing homeless encampments, and the EU grappling with potential trade wars. Read more...

Macron warns of a global conflict as Lithuania exits treaties, citing Russian threats. Trump sought Putin's help with Iran. Musician flogged in Iran for pro-women song. Read more...

An aid worker recounts surviving a deadly strike in Ukraine. Lithuania exits the cluster bomb treaty, citing fear of Russian aggression, drawing condemnation. Read more...

Algeria is grappling with ongoing strikes by doctors and growing teacher discontent, alongside legal cases involving influencers and deportation controversies with France. Read more...

Zelensky set to sign a rare earths deal, a Tennessee school mourns a loss, and a Canadian beer ad gets a Trump-inspired makeover. Plus, developments in Trump administration funding blocks. Read more...

Pope Francis is reportedly stable after a respiratory crisis, while a group of Czech senators challenge the Czech-Vatican treaty. A Rome resident is also praying for the Pope's health. Read more...

Syria is experiencing increased violence between government forces and Assad supporters, alongside a pledge from the foreign minister to eliminate remaining chemical weapons. Iranian media coverage and alleged executions are also reported. Read more...