Tonga draws global criticism as it is swept up in expanded US visa restrictions
The small Pacific kingdom of Tonga has become a flashpoint in international debate after being included in a sweeping expansion of United States visa...
Historic Brighton Palace Pier listed for sale as tourists and profits slide
Brighton’s iconic Palace Pier, a 126-year-old tourist landmark that has welcomed millions of visitors since it first opened in 1899, has been officially placed...
UK public transports see alarming rise in racial, religious hate crime
Racially and religiously motivated hate crimes on the UK’s public transport network have risen sharply over the past several years, prompting concern from anti-racism...
India’s solar boom faces growing challenge of managing mounting panel waste
India’s rapid rise as a global solar power leader has been widely celebrated as a major step towards cleaner energy and reduced dependence on...
Frankincense under threat as rising global demand pushes ancient trade to brink
The sweet, smoky fragrance of frankincense has long been associated with prayer, healing and celebration, but behind its growing global popularity lies a fragile...
Did Trump broke foundations of post-war international legal order?
In an in-depth analysis published on Christmas Day, media argues that the resurgence of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency in 2025 has precipitated...
Chile to create national park to lock in one of Patagonia’s last wild frontiers
Chile is on the cusp of establishing its 47th national park at the remote southern tip of South America, a move that would protect...
World marks Christmas with festive cheer and calls for peace
As Christmas Day was observed across the globe on December 25, 2025, millions participated in age-old traditions and new public festivities, even as geopolitical...
Christchurch rebounds as New Zealand’s most vibrant city after years of crisis
Christchurch, New Zealand’s second-largest city, has emerged as the country’s most vibrant urban centre, marking a dramatic turnaround from a decade marred by natural...