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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill 48, including 22 children, say hospitals

The strikes came a day after Hamas released an Israeli-American hostage in a deal brokered by the United States

Sony's profits rise on robust performance for music, movies, games

Tokyo-based Sony Corp. said Wednesday that its annual profit totaled 1.14 trillion yen ($7.8 billion), up from 970.6 billion yen in the previous fiscal year

Wrestling gold medalist medalist Kyle Snyder charged in prostitution sting

Olympic gold medalist Kyle Snyder, one of the most successful wrestlers in U.S. history, was arrested in a prostitution sting, according to police in Columbus.

Goodison Park to become home of Everton's women's team from next season

Goodison Park will become the home of Everton's women's team from next season, the English club has said.

Families of S Korea plane crash victims file complaint against 15 officials

Police and government officials have already been investigating the Jeju Air crash, so the complaint is largely seen as a symbolic step calling for a swifter and more thorough probe

Russia-Ukraine conflict: What to know about possible peace talks in Turkey

Zelenskyy said Tuesday that if Putin does not arrive and plays games, it is the final point that he does not want to end the war

Trump to meet Syria's prez before heading to Qatar on his Mideast tour

Trump said he agreed to meet with al-Sharaa after being encouraged to do so by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Asian shares mostly gain as US-China agree to 90-day trade war pause

The relief over the trade truce between the US and China is tepid among global businesses and investors given uncertainty over how long it might last

Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping man evade immigration agents

Democrats have accused the Trump administration of trying to make a national example of Dugan to chill judicial opposition to the crackdown

Family of 2-year-old US citizen deported to Honduras drops lawsuit

Given their traumatic experiences, the families are stepping back to fully discuss all options, prioritise their children's safety and well-being, and decide the best path forward

20 Democrat attorneys sue Trump admin over conditions on federal funding

Complaints allege Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Transport Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to cut funds to states not complying with Trump's immigration agenda

Boeing whistleblower's family settles lawsuit with company over his death

A one-page court document in South Carolina announced the settlement, stating either side may reopen the case if it isn't finalised within 60 days

UN humanitarian chief slams Israel for 'deliberately' blocking aid to Gaza

UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher told the Security Council that aid work in Gaza has become grim, with Israel blocking all humanitarian supplies for over 10 weeks

Golden swords, Arabian horses: Trump gets a royal welcome in Saudi Arabia

Although Trump recently attended the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome, Saudi Arabia was originally intended to be his initial overseas destination, just like in his first term

Trump's pardon attorney to review Joe Biden's end-of-term mercy decisions

On his last day in office, Biden pardoned his siblings, their spouses, Dr Fauci, Gen Milley, and members of the House panel that probed the January 6 Capitol attack

Canadian PM Carney names Indian-origin Anita Anand as foreign minister

Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau earlier this year and won election last month, named Anand foreign minister, replacing Mlanie Joly, who becomes the minister of industry

Harvard hit with new $450 mn grant cut amid growing clash with Trump admin

The letter said Harvard has become a breeding ground for virtue signalling and discrimination and faces a steep, uphill battle to reclaim its legacy as a place of academic excellence

Ancelotti focused on finishing season with Real Madrid before Brazil job

Carlo Ancelotti wants to remain fully focused on his job with Real Madrid before taking over Brazil's national team in two weeks.

UnitedHealth CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher medical costs

Hemsley was UnitedHealth Group CEO from 2006 to 2017. He will remain chairman of the company's board. Witty will serve as a senior adviser to Hemsley

Russia responsible for downing MH17 in 2014, global aviation body finds

The Netherlands and Australian governments brought the case against Moscow before the Montreal-based global aviation agency in 2022, and on Tuesday welcomed the verdict