International

July 28, 2025 8:54 AM

Vaccines Prevented Over 2.5 Million Covid Deaths Worldwide: Study

Vaccines have prevented more than 2.5 million deaths caused by SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, according to a new study. Led by researchers from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy, the study found that one COVID-related death was avoided for every 5,400 vaccine doses adminis...

July 28, 2025 7:50 AM

US, EU Finalise Trade Deal Imposing 15% Tariff on Most European Goods

The United States and the European Union have finalised a comprehensive trade deal that places a 15% tariff on most EU goods entering the US. US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announced last night that they have reached a deal to end a transatlantic tariffs standoff and ave...

July 28, 2025 7:40 AM

US confirms ‘no extension’ on Aug 1 tariff deadline

The US administration has confirmed that the August 1 deadline for imposing reciprocal tariffs remains unchanged, with no plans for an extension. Speaking to the media last night, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick ruled out any possibility of a delay. He further affirmed that there would be no ...

July 27, 2025 6:17 PM

Greece Battles Five Major Wildfires Amid 44°C Heatwave

Greece is fighting five major wildfires as extreme heat and strong winds fuel fast-moving flames. The hardest-hit area is just 30km north of Athens, where fires spread through several towns, forcing mass evacuations. Temperatures are nearing 44°C, with the heatwave expected to continue. ...

July 27, 2025 6:01 PM

Japan Braces for Extreme Heatwave; Temperatures May Hit 39°C

Japanese weather officials have warned that extreme heat is likely to continue across the country. They said, temperatures may reach 38°C or higher in the Kinki region. In Toyooka City, it could hit 39°C. Kyoto City is also forecast to reach 38°C. This is attributed to a high-pressure system over...

July 27, 2025 2:08 PM

Australia, UK Sign 50-Year Geelong Treaty Under AUKUS Amid US Review of Alliance

Australia and the United Kingdom (UK) have signed a 50-year commitment to the AUKUS defence treaty despite the United States' ongoing review of the pact. Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and UK Defence Secretary John Healey signed the bilateral Nuclear-Powered Su...

July 27, 2025 2:06 PM

Egyptian President & French President Discuss Gaza Ceasefire Efforts; France to Recognise State of Palestine at UNGA

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi discussed mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during a phone call with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders stressed the importance of ensuring the delivery of adequate and appropriate humanitarian aid to the people o...

July 27, 2025 2:00 PM

Israel Announces 10-Hour Military Pause In 3 Designated Areas Of Gaza To Facilitate Humanitarian Aid Access

Israel has announced a 10-hour military pause in three designated areas of Gaza to facilitate unhindered humanitarian aid access. The pause will take place daily in Al Mawasi, Deir Al Balah, and Gaza city, from 10am to 8pm local time until further notice. The decision is being co-ordinated with the ...

July 27, 2025 1:06 PM

RSF-Led Coalition Announces Parallel Government in Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

In Sudan, a coalition led by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has announced formation of a parallel government led by its General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemedti. The RSF and its allies had signed a transitional constitution in March outlining a federal, secular state divided into...

July 27, 2025 1:25 PM

US: 11 Injured in Stabbing Incident at Walmart in Michigan’s Traverse City

In the US, at least 11 people were injured in a stabbing incident at a Walmart store in Traverse City of Michigan, last night. The County Sheriff Michael Shea told reporters that the suspect was in custody and the attack appeared to be a random incident. The injured are undegoing treatment in the ho...