Trump wins FIFA’s new peace prize
The US leader, who has campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize, gets FIFA’s award at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington.
Flavio Bolsonaro enters Brazil’s 2026 presidential race with father’s nod
Imprisoned ex-President Jair Bolsonaro has endorsed his eldest son’s presidential bid, teeing up a race against Lula.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,381
These are the key developments from day 1,381 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Egypt’s economy stabilises, but poverty challenges persist
Investments boost Egypt’s economy, but rural poverty highlights unequal benefits from economic recovery efforts.
Famed for sculptural structures, architect Frank Gehry dies at age 96
Gehry blended pop art with monumental architecture that reshaped skylines from Prague to Los Angeles and New York City.
US Supreme Court to consider Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court is likely to hear oral arguments early next year, with a ruling in June.
US health panel ditches guidance to give hepatitis B vaccine to newborns
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has faced swift backlash for its change to government guidance.
FIFA World Cup 2026 draw: Groups, teams, format, Trump, peace prize
Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.
Xenophobia runs the world
From Washington to Copenhagen and Pretoria, blaming migrants has become the easiest governing strategy of our time.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, raising antitrust concerns
Critics say the deal would create less competition in Hollywood and limit choice for consumers.