Australia and Turkey criticised for hosting UN climate conference while embracing coal
Global campaign group 350.org urges Cop31 hosts to announce a coal phase-out date and national roadmaps to get off fossil fuelsSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereThe …
Iran’s Top Security Official Warns of Dire Economic Crisis

The rare admission from Mohsen Rezaei, the security chief, came weeks after the U.S. tightened sanctions and its naval blockade.
From India to Australia: How 6 countries got caught up in flydubai terror

On September 30, the flydubai Flight FZ1073 faced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured pilot bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing crew and passengers to …
How was Flydubai co-pilot cleared despite being deemed a security risk?

Aviation security protocols under scrutiny after co-pilot accused of attempted axe attack aboard Flydubai flight.
Why are gold prices falling and will the decline continue?

International gold prices have fallen 26% from the record high of $5595 seen on January 29 this year. Indian gold prices peaked at the same time and are down around 23%. More recently, gold prices which rose to Rs 1,64,7…
Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray regional capital

Two residents in Mekelle tell the BBC pro-government forces have taken control of the city.
OCA cites 54 world records to declare Aichi-Nagoya Games a success despite chaos

The 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya wrapped up showcasing extraordinary athletic talent, with a staggering 54 world records shattered. While there were complaints about accommodations and transportation, the Olympic Cou…
Why is fighting intensifying in Yemen’s Taiz governorate?

Fighting escalates in Taiz governorate as Yemen's government and Houthis battle for control of key strategic locations.
'Russia stood by us, haven't forgotten': India's clear message to Europe

'Russia stood by us, haven't forgotten': India's clear message to Europe
Somali president: Ethiopia can access our port, but must negotiate

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says Addis Ababa has yet to come to Mogadishu to negotiate access to sea ports.