Saudi Arabia appoint new coach for World Cup after sacking Renard
Georgios Donis has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the country’s football federation (SAFF) announced on Thursday. The Greek takes over following the sacking of Herve Renard earlier in April…
Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
At least 13 people have been killed in an explosion at a firecracker factory in India’s southern state of Kerala, officials say.The incident took place in Thrissur, where around 40 people were believed to be assembling firecrackers in a cluster…
Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries close airspace
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has cancelled a presidential trip to the African nation of Eswatini, accusing Beijing of putting pressure on its neighbours to bar his aircraft from flying over their territories. Seychelles,Mauritius and Madagascar revoked Lai’s overflight permits after…
Philippines Declares National Energy Emergency as Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Fuel Supply
The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency following escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing conflict involving Iran, which has severely disrupted global oil supply chains and driven up fuel prices. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed an…
China has been preparing for a global energy crisis for years. It is paying off now
As other Asian economies race to conserve energy, China has huge reserves of oil and gas as well as alternative energy sources like wind and solar Xi Jinping has been preparing for a crisis like this for years. China must…
Iran Confirms Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib Killed in US-Israeli Airstrikes
Iran has officially confirmed that its Intelligence Minister, Esmaeil Khatib, was killed in a series of coordinated airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The confirmation…
Iran Vows Retaliation After Reports of Israeli Strike on Major Gas Field
Iran has threatened swift retaliation following reports that Israel carried out a major attack on one of its most critical energy assets—the South Pars gas field, the largest natural gas reserve in the world. According to multiple reports, the strike…
Iranians embrace anthem by AI singer created by UK-based, Iran-born artist
A stirring song – sung, apparently, by a young woman, with lyrics expressing the hope that sacrifice will lead to a better future – has become a soundtrack for Iranians in the first part of 2026, as the country experienced…
Iran’s new supreme leader issues his 1st statement, but his absence raises questions about his health
Iran’s new supreme leader did not appear in person to give his first statement Thursday, fuelling speculation that he was injured more seriously than Iranian officials have acknowledged. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to keep the critical Strait of Hormuz closed…
China doesn’t want to catch up with the US in tech. It aims to lead
In an era marked by US overseas military actions and trade turbulence, Chinese leader Xi Jinping is counting on a plan to shield his country from the storm: driving innovation to transform China into the world’s leading tech superpower. Over…