A roundup of top global stories: Newsom's delayed fire response in California, Iran's finance minister ousted amid economic woes, and Israel's blockade of Gaza. Read more...

Tensions rise as Hamas rejects a ceasefire extension and Israel halts aid to Gaza, while a car attack injures 13 in northern Israel. Read more...

Recent developments include a ceasefire announcement in Gaza, a British-Israeli hostage finding hope in her scars, and the IDF releasing a report on the October 7th attacks. Read more...

Israel has halted aid shipments into Gaza, sparking condemnation from Arab states and the UN. Netanyahu confirmed the import ban, stating "There will be no free meals." Read more...

The Gaza ceasefire faces collapse as negotiations stall and aid is blocked. A released hostage discovers his family was killed during his captivity, adding to the devastation. Read more...

Amidst ceasefire negotiations, tensions remain high as an Israeli hostage's remains are set to be returned, clashes erupt in Gaza, and a deadly attack occurs in Haifa. Read more...

Two hostage stories emerge: French journalists confront Mehdi Nemmouche in court, while two cousins escape Islamist militants in Mozambique, highlighting resilience and survival. Read more...

Tensions escalate as the Gaza ceasefire hangs in the balance following a deadly stabbing and an Israeli attack. Israel halts aid to Gaza and proposes a new plan requiring Hamas to release hostages. Read more...

This week, world leaders are tackling pressing issues, from peace plans for Ukraine and Gaza to combating pollution and questioning the very foundations of meritocracy. Read more...

Netanyahu faces backlash from hostage families and opposition in Parliament, while seeking to extend the Gaza ceasefire for more hostage releases. He also praised Trump's stance on Gaza. Read more...

An Israeli military inquiry reveals failures in assessing Hamas' intentions, increasing pressure on Netanyahu. Meanwhile, a controversial "hell plan" threatens Gaza. Read more...

Myanmar faces mounting crises, including the junta leader's trip to Russia, reports of journalist torture, the UN's warning of widespread suffering, and cyber scam enslavement. Read more...

A roundup of global news: A businessman kidnapped and released, Hamas hostage video, pronatalism concerns, money smuggling arrest, and Netanyahu faces accusations. Read more...

The Middle East remains volatile as freed hostages recount harrowing experiences, aid blockades worsen conditions in Gaza, and Columbia University addresses campus unrest. Read more...

Recent developments in the Middle East include aid for Palestinian children, a hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas, and rising concerns about antisemitism. Arab leaders are also meeting to address the Gaza crisis. Read more...

The Gaza ceasefire hangs in the balance as negotiations stall, while displacement in the West Bank escalates due to ongoing Israeli offensives. Humanitarian crises deepen amid aid blockades. Read more...

Recent developments in the Middle East include a prisoner-hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas, diplomatic efforts between Lebanon and Saudi Arabia, and ongoing corruption trials for Benjamin Netanyahu. Also, the BBC faces scrutiny over a Gaza documentary. Read more...

Tensions escalate in Gaza as aid is halted, hostages are returned, and reconstruction plans are debated. Egypt proposes an alternative to a US takeover. Read more...

A look at the highs and lows of the Rio Carnival, from samba school victories to concerns about security and remembering past celebrations. Read more...

Recent news highlights the ongoing impact of the Gaza conflict, including the treatment of hostages, media controversies, and political responses to pro-Gaza protests. Read more...