Trump’s Sharp Turn on China: Embracing It as a Peer Power
President Trump’s warming with Xi Jinping of China, a leader he admires, has ignited anxieties in Washington and across Asia.
Politics
nytimes.com
10.06.2026
Football regulator contacts West Ham over 'serious allegations' against Sullivan
Multiple women accuse the billionaire of abusing his power and preying on them for sex, in some cases when they were in their late teens.
Sport
bbc.com
09.06.2026
Shackled, bleeding, raped: Palestinians describe abuse in Israel’s prisons
Former detainees tell Al Jazeera they were routinely sexually abused, starved and attacked by dogs.
World
aljazeera.com
09.06.2026
ICC suspends top prosecutor after investigating misconduct allegations
Karim Khan denies all allegations of sexual misconduct and his lawyers say he rejects the decision in the strongest terms.
World
bbc.com
09.06.2026
China’s Xi, North Korea’s Kim pledge to boost ties at rare Pyongyang summit
President Xi Jinping is on a rare visit to North Korea, where he commits to deeper cooperation with Kim Jong Un.
World
aljazeera.com
09.06.2026
Insecurity and instability drive voters in Peru's tight presidential race
After eight presidents in 10 years, many voters are looking for stability so the next president can focus on tackling crime and inequality.
World
bbc.com
07.06.2026
Singer Duffy to perform first live concert in 15 years after sex assault ordeal
The Welsh singer has announced her first concert after a sexual assault led her to step away from public life.
Culture
bbc.com
06.06.2026
North Korea’s Kim orders navy to build 10,000-tonne destroyer: State media
Kim Jong Un has continued to visit military sites before a visit by China's Xi Jinping on Monday and Tuesday.
World
aljazeera.com
06.06.2026
France opens ‘war crimes’ probe into Israel’s treatment of Gaza activists
French activists who took part in a Gaza-bound foreign aid flotilla accuse Israeli forces of abuse and torture.
World
aljazeera.com
05.06.2026
Marilyn Manson Loses Latest Bid to Toss Ex-Assistant’s Sex Assault Lawsuit
Judge said he’d “have trouble sleeping” if he dismissed the lawsuit so soon after reviving it
Culture
rollingstone.com
05.06.2026
The Amazing Digital Circus: Another YouTube sensation hits cinemas
The Amazing Digital Circus is being shown in cinemas after fans emailed chains asking them to show it.
Culture
bbc.com
05.06.2026
Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released
A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.
World
bbc.com
05.06.2026
US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent
Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.
World
bbc.com
05.06.2026
China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
Culture
bbc.com
05.06.2026
China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visit
Upon their return from Taiwan last month, the lawmakers were told that China had banned them for a year.
World
bbc.com
04.06.2026
China opens its markets to African exports. Who benefits?
China's tariff-free access for many African products has renewed hopes of industrial growth. But trade remains uneven.
World
aljazeera.com
02.06.2026
Belgian NGO urges India to arrest Israeli reservist over alleged war crimes
The Hind Rajab Foundation is using videos made by Eitan Gilboa and posted to social media as evidence.
World
aljazeera.com
02.06.2026
Every world leader who has visited China in 2026 in one chart
China has hosted 26 leaders from 23 countries this year, underscoring its growing diplomatic and economic influence.
World
aljazeera.com
02.06.2026
China cracks down on 'ghost kitchens' in food delivery apps
"Ghost kitchens", which are listed on apps but have no physical stores, have raised food safety fears.
World
bbc.com
02.06.2026
Former general for Syria’s Assad pleads not guilty in torture trial
Brigadier General Khaled al-Halabi faces charges of aggravated torture, coercion, sexual coercion and bodily harm.
World
aljazeera.com
01.06.2026