Millions of Muslims in Indonesia mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan

At least 250 asylum seekers detained at Manston in Kent are suing the government for unlawful detention and other rights violations, including a woman who had a miscarriage, a child misclassified as an adult, and a teenager who was a victim of torture and trafficking. They were kept in unsanitary tents during overcrowding and infectious disease outbreaks, with some facing serious health and identity issues. Full Article

President Trump's tariff policies face significant opposition from GOP lawmakers, who fear political repercussions if economic conditions worsen. A notable legislative effort, spearheaded by Congressman Don Bacon and supported by key Republicans, aims to require congressional approval for presidential tariffs. With Trump's trade representative set to testify before Congress, the potential for increased dissent within the party grows, despite leadership's loyalty to the president, as market instability raises concerns about a recession and its electoral...

The European Union is urging India to eliminate tariffs on car imports to finalize a long-pending trade deal, with India open to reducing tariffs to 10% from over 100%, despite industry pushback. This move follows similar demands from the U.S., putting pressure on domestic carmakers, while benefiting European manufacturers like Volkswagen and Tesla, and prompting flexibility in negotiations due to the threat of a global trade war and recessionary impact. The EU and India aim...

In response to global market panic, world leaders rushed to offer US President Donald Trump deals to lower tariffs across the board, with uncertainty surrounding Trump's demands and willingness to make agreements. Trump set a high bar, insisting on eliminating bilateral trade deficits, causing frustration and confusion among affected governments. Despite offers like Vietnam's proposal to eliminate all duties, Trump's adviser Peter Navarro rejected such approaches, leaving countries hopeful for potential agreements during Trump's meeting...

British documents reveal that King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud warned the United States in 1975 that Arab states would again use oil as a political weapon unless Israel agreed to a settlement with Arab nations, following the 1973 oil embargo. The embargo was a response to US and European support for Israel during the 1973 war, which was launched by Egypt and Syria. King Faisal's actions exposed Western dependence on Middle Eastern energy resources...

Perth teenager Gisella Colletti placed third in the Australian Idol competition, with Queensland's Marshall Hamburger winning the title. Despite receiving overwhelming support, Colletti graciously expressed pride in competing and was awarded a guest spot on Tina Arena's tour. Hamburger was crowned the 2025 Australian Idol champion, praising Colletti's unique voice and earning $100,000 in prize money and a recording package. Full Article