Germany's AfD taunts Chancellor Merz after regional election rout
AfD's Alice Weidel mocked Chancellor Merz in parliament after a regional election triumph; Merz hit back, vowing the far-right will not win a national majority.
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UK transport minister summons air traffic chief after mass flight cancellations
UK's NATS chief called to meet transport minister after a technical glitch cancelled over 1,750 flights, stranding passengers.
Cargo Ship Listing Off UAE Coast After Projectile Strike
A vessel was seen listing off the UAE coast after a projectile attack, raising concerns over maritime security in the region.
Netherlands Grinds to Halt as Nationwide Strike Hits Public Transport
A 24-hour strike over proposed welfare cuts brought Dutch public transport to a standstill, escalating pressure on the minority government.
Indonesia's New Commodity Exchange Aims to Influence Global Prices
Indonesia's planned commodity exchange, set for 2027, aims to influence global prices, with the regulator targeting influencer status first.
Multiple Merchant Ships Struck by Fire in Gulf Waters
UKMTO says several merchant ships were hit by fire in the Gulf and Gulf of Oman during military activity, with another vessel seen listing near UAE.
Oil prices top $100 as Middle East attacks disrupt supply
Brent crude briefly crossed $100 a barrel after Middle East attacks on tankers and Saudi facilities raised supply concerns.
French Rafale jets land in Alaska after first Arctic transit for Pegase 26
French Rafale jets reached Alaska via Greenland for Pegase 26, testing Arctic routes and allied cooperation.
UK flights resume after air traffic failure; minister summons NATS chief
UK flights resume after a major air traffic control outage disrupted over 1,000 flights; minister summons NATS boss for answers.
Merz likens AfD 'remigration' push to ethnic cleansing in Bundestag
German Chancellor Merz accused the AfD of backing Russia and likening its 'remigration' policy to ethnic cleansing.
Yen at seven-month high, oil tops $100 as Middle East tensions roil markets
Yen hits 7-month high, oil breaks $100 on Middle East strikes, BOJ hike bets and Fed uncertainty.
Indonesian Schools Shift Online as Forest Fire Haze Worsens
Worsening haze from Indonesian forest fires has forced school closures and online learning, impacting over 1.4 million students.
BRICS Leaders to Convene in New Delhi for 2026 Summit
The BRICS Leaders' Summit will be held in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, under the theme 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability'.
Seoul Activists Rally Against US Push for Hormuz Military Deployment
Anti-war activists in Seoul rallied near the presidential office and US Embassy, urging South Korea to refuse US pressure to deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz.
Indonesia's wildfire emissions soar to world's highest amid El Niño
Indonesia's wildfire emissions hit a global high in early September, driven by intense El Niño conditions and peatland fires.
UK Food Prices Set to Surge Past 6% by Mid-2027, Industry Warns
UK food inflation is projected to hit 6.4% by July 2027, driven by the U.S.-Iran war, European drought, and El Niño effects.
Gunman Kills Kindergarten Teacher in Eastern Thailand
A gunman shot and killed a kindergarten teacher in Chonburi, Thailand. All 44 children and three other teachers were evacuated unharmed.
UK flights resume after air traffic failure, but knock-on delays persist
UK flights resume after a major air traffic control failure, but airports warn of continued disruption as airlines reposition aircraft and crew.
Taipei Security Dialogue Opens With Focus on Cross-Strait Stability and Drone Defense
Taiwan's annual security forum convenes regional partners to address cross-strait tensions, drone threats, and maritime security cooperation.
Families of Missing Korean Workers in Nepal Floods Appeal for Answers
Wives of missing South Korean power-plant workers in Nepal's flash floods held a press conference in Lalitpur, urging authorities for information.