Royal photographer Arthur Edwards suggests Prince Harry's strained relationship with Donald Trump is likely influenced by Meghan Markle's disapproval of the former president. Edwards emphasises the importance of respecting the US head of state, regardless of personal feelings. This comes as Prince William met with Trump during the Notre Dame reopening, reaffirming the US-UK special relationship, contrasting with Harry's stance.
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Germany's mainstream conservatives led by Friedrich Merz won the national election, positioning him as the next leader. Merz emphasized uniting Europe amidst global challenges and aimed to maintain a strong transatlantic relationship while enhancing European defense capabilities. Negotiations with the Social Democrats are expected to begin soon.
Kurdish authorities have made overtures to Islamist-led rebels who seized power in Syria last week, but the long-oppressed community fears it could lose hard-won gains it made during the war, including limited self-rule. As rebels led by Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) seized power, ousting president Bashar al-Assad, the Kurdish authorities in northeastern Syria have multiplied overtures to the new leaders, like adopting the three-starred flag used by the opposition.
Haley Stevens, a US Representative, has announced her candidacy for Michigan's open US Senate seat, emphasizing the economic challenges stemming from President Trump's tariff policies. Stevens aims to protect Michigan's auto industry, criticizing Trump's "chaos and reckless tariffs" that she believes jeopardize thousands of jobs. She joins a competitive race with other prominent Democrats and Republicans vying for the seat.
A prominent Iranian pop singer who made a song urging women to remove their headscarves said Wednesday that he was willing to pay "a price for freedom" after being flogged 74 times by the authorities as part of his sentence. In a defiant subsequent post, "The person who is not willing to pay a price for freedom, is not worthy of freedom."
Justin Trudeau, son of former PM Pierre Trudeau, led Canada through major crises like the pandemic and NAFTA renegotiation. An avowed feminist, Trudeau's tenure saw controversial policies on immigration, cannabis legalization, and carbon tax. Despite achieving gender parity in his cabinets, dwindling popularity over rising costs and immigration issues led to his resignation after nine years.
Robert F Kennedy Jr's confirmation hearings for the position of health and human services secretary are set to begin this week. Kennedy, known for his controversial views on vaccines, abortion, and food policy, is navigating a complex path to approval. His confirmation could reshape the $1.7 trillion agency overseeing food, health inspections, and insurance for millions. Key topics during the hearings will include his vaccine stance, anti-abortion views, and efforts to gain support from both... Expand
A 32-year-old nurse in Uganda has died from Ebola, marking the first fatality since the 2023 outbreak ended. The nurse, employed at Mulago Hospital in Kampala, developed a fever and was later diagnosed with the Sudan strain of Ebola. He died on Wednesday. Health officials have identified 44 contacts, including 30 healthcare workers. The current outbreak poses challenges as there are no approved vaccines for the Sudan strain. Authorities are investigating the source of the infection.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces mounting pressure to resign amid dwindling support within the Liberal Party. Following Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland's resignation, numerous MPs, including Chandra Arya and Anthony Housefather, have publicly called for Trudeau's departure. With the NDP now willing to support efforts to topple the minority government, Trudeau's leadership is in serious jeopardy.
Awami Tehreek staged a massive protest in Sindh against corporate farming and the construction of six canals, emphasising land rights for local farmers. The march, culminating in a rally at KN Shah, saw speeches condemning government policies and demanding the protection of Sindh's land, rivers, and cultural heritage.