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European Union
Corruption fuels mistrust in Bulgaria’s eighth election in 5 years
The EU’s poorest member has been through successive governments since anti-corruption rallies in 2021 ended the administration of long-time leader Boyko Borissov.
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Crime
Kyiv gunman kills 6, takes hostages before being shot dead by Ukraine police
19 Apr 2026 - 2:04AM
Britain
UK’s counterterror police probe another London arson attack
18 Apr 2026 - 8:47PM
Ukraine war
Inside Ukraine’s desperate race to track cultural artefacts looted by Russia
Russia has moved to formalise control over seized collections by adding 77 Ukrainian museums in occupied regions into its national catalogue.
18 Apr 2026 - 4:01PM
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A Ukrainian artifact is 3D scanned in The Archa III (Ark Project) truck on March 24 in Prague, Czech Republic.Prague’s National Museum will send the truck with equipment across Ukraine to help preserve the country’s cultural heritage. Photo: AFP
Spain
Spain signs deals with Brazil as Sanchez builds anti-Trump bloc
The Spanish leader is hosting heads of state and government in a bid to counter the US president and revive the political left.
18 Apr 2026 - 5:23AM
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Germany
Chinese ring used 500 locations in Germany for illegal sex work: prosecutors
Five suspects are accused of organised smuggling of foreigners for their roles in operating the syndicate over the past three years.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:46PM
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US-China tech war
Chinese LED chipmaker’s purchase of Dutch firm collapses after US opposition
The failed Lumileds deal highlights the growing hurdles Chinese tech firms face in overseas acquisitions under tightening US policy.
17 Apr 2026 - 10:30PM
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A worker produces LED chips on a production line in China’s Jiangsu province. Photo: Getty Images
China exports
Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?
US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:30PM
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Britain
UK’s Starmer faces calls to resign as Mandelson scandal reignites
Crisis deepens as the UK government admits Starmer’s former ambassador to US was appointed despite failing security vetting.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:26PM
Britain
Epstein scandal: UK foreign ministry chief out over Mandelson vetting failure
PM Starmer is also facing calls to resign after it was revealed that his US envoy was appointed despite a failed security check.
17 Apr 2026 - 7:37AM
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US-China trade war
Trade tensions dim foreign investment outlook in US and China, survey finds
US and China have ‘suffered the most’ amid global decline in outbound investment appetite due to heightened geopolitical tensions.
16 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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People walk beside the Huangpu River in Shanghai on April 9. Photo: AFP
European Union
Europe running low on jet fuel, stoking fears of flight cancellations
IEA executive director Birol said the Hormuz blockade-induced energy crisis will hit nations including Japan, China and India harder.
16 Apr 2026 - 7:44PM
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Ukraine war
Russian strikes kill at least 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Officials warn the toll could rise after Russia unleashed missiles and hundreds of drones at Ukrainian cities.
16 Apr 2026 - 8:08PM
Ukraine war
Ukraine unit says it has launched over 100 robot attacks on Russia’s forces
President Zelensky says the ground drones – used in place of human infantry – have helped capture a Russian position.
16 Apr 2026 - 1:11PM
Turkey
Turkey reels as 9 die in second school shooting in as many days
A 14-year-old student armed with five guns opened fire in Kahramanmaras, just one day after a similar attack in Sanliurfa.
16 Apr 2026 - 1:53PM
Police at the scene following a deadly school shooting in the southeastern province of Kahramanmaras on Wednesday. Photo: IHA via Reuters
Britain
BBC to slash 2,000 jobs in biggest redundancy drive in 15 years
The British broadcaster will axe 10 per cent of its workforce as it navigates ‘financial pressures’.
16 Apr 2026 - 1:14PM
Britain
UK PM Starmer says ‘not going to yield’ to Trump’s Mideast war threats
Keir Starmer insists the UK will not be dragged into the Iran war despite Trump’s threats to scrap a bilateral trade deal.
16 Apr 2026 - 12:28AM
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European Union
EU unveils age-check app amid efforts to better protect children online
The app will allow users to prove their age when accessing online platforms and is ‘completely anonymous’ to ensure data cannot be tracked.
15 Apr 2026 - 8:15PM
An illustration shows an EU flag and smartphone with social media app icons displayed. Photo: Reuters
China exports
Chinese steelmakers team up to adjust to EU’s carbon-linked import imposts
Industry insiders say carbon costs are expected to cascade through supply chains, adding to compliance costs for Chinese exporters.
15 Apr 2026 - 6:30PM
Hungary
Incoming Hungarian leader vows to suspend state news broadcasts
Peter Magyar wants to restore media independence after his landslide election win, ending Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule.
15 Apr 2026 - 5:05PM
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Donald Trump
King Charles to charm Trump on state visit overshadowed by US-UK rift
The British king’s first US state visit later this month takes on far greater significance amid tensions between Trump and Starmer.
15 Apr 2026 - 2:01PM
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China energy security
Which countries are most vulnerable as US imposes Persian Gulf blockade?
Nomura says more than 90 per cent of the crude oil imported by Japan and the Philippines comes from the Middle East.
15 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
A customer at a petrol station in London on Monday. Photo: EPA
Art
Stunned Frenchman wins US$1 million Picasso with US$117 raffle ticket
Sales engineer Ari Hodara wondered if it was a hoax when he got a call after the draw at Christie’s auction house in Paris.
15 Apr 2026 - 3:44AM
Science
Men with higher IQs are less conservative, study finds
Those of average ability tend to support values associated with tradition and strict social order, German researchers say.
15 Apr 2026 - 2:47AM
Sexual harassment and assault
‘Truly monstrous’: Germany jails Chinese student in Pelicot-like rape case
Zhongyi J. repeatedly drugged, assaulted and filmed his girlfriend, sedating her so heavily that her breathing repeatedly stopped.
15 Apr 2026 - 1:45PM
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