As some appointments spark controversy, House Speaker Mike Johnson says choices have been made to “shake up the status quo”.
Category: World
At least 34 killed in Israeli strike in northern Gaza
Israel said its forces hit targets in Beit Lahia to prevent Hamas from regrouping.
Australian senator censured for heckling King
Lidia Thorpe has been rebuked by the Senate for yelling “not my King” during a protest last month.
How long-range missiles striking Russia could affect Ukraine war
The US has never allowed Kyiv to use long-range missiles for attacks inside Russia proper – until now.
Biden allows Ukraine to strike inside Russia with missiles
The move is a major change in US policy after months of entreaties from Kyiv.
Hezbollah media chief killed in Israeli strike in Beirut
The head of Hezbollah’s media office, Mohamad Afif, was one of the group’s few remaining public faces.
Super typhoon Man-Yi makes landfall on Philippines main island
Super typhoon Man-Yi is the latest storm forecast to potentially cause life-threatening conditions.
Miss Nigeria’s pride after defying trolls to challenge for Miss Universe
Chidimma Adetshina faced xenophobic abuse and trolling when she competed for Miss South Africa, where she was born.
Russia’s opposition takes to the streets of Berlin
The march was led by Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in February.
Brazil first lady uses expletive against Elon Musk at G20 event
Janja Lula da Silva joked that she was not afraid of the owner of social media platform X.