Beijing signals potential energy leverage as Manila hosts major military exercises with the United States and allies near Taiwan and disputed South China Sea waters, escalating regional tensions.

A trip to the popular destination took a scary turn when a shoot-out in the favela beneath the hill blocked the visitors' descent

Islamabad signals confidence Tehran will join negotiations as Gulf states warn that growing focus on the Strait of Hormuz risks sidelining broader security concerns and entrenching Iran’s regional leverage

Greece sits in a genuinely difficult position. It is a net energy importer with significant exposure to global oil and gas price movements, Brouillette says

Longtime hardware chief will take over from Tim Cook in September as Apple faces mounting pressure to deliver in artificial intelligence and defend its market position against fast-moving rivals

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada must rethink its reliance on the United States, arguing that historic and modern pressures from its neighbor now pose a strategic vulnerability.

President Claudia Sheinbaum’s meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Barcelona signals a thaw in relations after years of diplomatic tension over colonial-era grievances.

North Korea says its latest short-range ballistic missile launches tested new cluster and fragmentation warheads, as analysts warn of increased threat to South Korean and U.S. military targets.

Former president Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria party secures a commanding win, raising questions over the country’s political direction and its future ties with the EU and NATO.

Fuel availability is also a growing concern. The International Energy Agency warns Europe may have just six weeks of reserves, while Ryanair, Virgin Atlantic Airways, and EasyJet have only forecast supply through mid-May.

Overall, total franchise earnings are widely estimated at between $20 and $30+ billion, making 'The Simpsons' one of the most valuable entertainment properties ever created.

“The United States is going to knock out every single power plant and every single bridge in Iran,” U.S. President Donald Trump wrote.

No date has been set for the next round of negotiations between Iran and the United States, Iran’s deputy foreign minister said.

Tehran cites alleged U.S. violations of ceasefire terms as it restores strict military control of the key oil route, while vessels report being hit by gunfire.

The Greek delegation at the UN General Assembly emphasized Athens' commitment to freedom of navigation, a fundamental pillar of international security

Mitsotakis pointed to encouraging news regarding the Strait of Hormuz, stressing the importance of keeping this vital maritime passage open and free of transit fees or disruptions, given its critical role in the global economy

Oil prices fell by more than 9% following Iran's announcement

Moscow says growing European cooperation with Ukraine on drone production signals deeper involvement in the war, as officials highlight potential targets across multiple countries.

Hungary’s incoming prime minister is moving quickly to negotiate with EU officials, aiming to resolve disputes and secure billions in funding tied to reforms on corruption, media and judicial independence

Tehran says all commercial vessels can pass freely through the strategic waterway for the duration of the Lebanon ceasefire, linking the move to the broader truce in the region.