World
French Expression of the Day: Boute-en-train
This French expression has two meanings and none of them have anything to do with trains.
Live stream
World Radio Listen to this section's headlines in an AI voice
Now:
Press play to start the stream
This browser does not support voice playback. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari.
World
Who are the Swiss voters who will vote ‘yes’ to capping immigration?
Some polls show that the ‘No to 10 million’ initiative could win by a narrow margin. Who in Switzerland is in favour of the hard-right proposal?
World
Macron announces €93 billion in ‘Choose France’ investments
President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that he was expecting foreign investments amounting to €93 billion at a conference dubbed "Choose France", including on artificial intelligence and data centres.
World
Johor DAP: Marina Ibrahim not offered GLC post, but position with statutory body involved in welfare – Malay Mail
Johor DAP: Marina Ibrahim not offered GLC post, but position with statutory body involved in welfare Malay Mail'Call me weak if you want' - Skudai rep defends 'strategic diplomacy' MalaysiakiniSkudai assemblyman announces…
World
Kevin Keegan reveals stage four cancer treatment
Former England and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan says he is responding well to treatment for stage four cancer - and his doctor is a Liverpool supporter.
World
Switzerland’s security to be ‘seriously compromised’ if anti-immigration vote wins
If the far-right's ‘No to 10 million’ initiative is accepted in the June 14th referendum, Switzerland could become a hub of criminal and terrorist activity, a law enforcement official said.
World
Hong Kong tribunal judge questions power to postpone Wang Fuk Court owners’ meeting
A Lands Tribunal judge has questioned whether he has the power to postpone an extraordinary general meeting requested by at least 247 owners at Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court,…
World
Justice Minister Claims He’s Told Garda Commissioner Clare Needs More Gardaí – Clare FM
Justice Minister Claims He’s Told Garda Commissioner Clare Needs More Gardaí Clare FM
World
Woman put stolen store goods into pram – waterford-news.ie
Woman put stolen store goods into pram waterford-news.ie
World
Malaysian films continue strong box office run as ‘The Furious: Pertaruhan Maruah’ crosses RM1 million and ‘Polong’ hits RM5.5 million
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — Malaysian cinema in 2026 has seen releases across genres ranging from rempits, c...
World
Johor DAP: Marina Ibrahim not offered GLC post, but position with statutory body involved in welfare
JOHOR BAHRU, June 1 — Johor DAP has clarified that the party had offered to appoint incumbent Skudai assemblyman M...
World
Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans
Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following several anti-migrant protests.
World
Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans
Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following several anti-migrant protests.
World
Three people rescued off Waterford coast after a jet ski incident – BreakingNews.ie
Three people rescued off Waterford coast after a jet ski incident BreakingNews.iePersons in difficulty off Tramore Pier after suspected fall off jet ski RNLIThree people rescued after jet-ski incident in sea off…
World
France seized sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says – BBC
France seized sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says BBCFrench navy seizes Russia-linked oil tanker in Atlantic The GuardianKremlin slams French seizure of tanker as 'illegal' RTE.ieUkraine war latest: Kremlin vows…
World
Warm wishes as Mayo librarian retires – Connaught Telegraph
Warm wishes as Mayo librarian retires Connaught Telegraph
World
Latest news bulletin | June 1st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 1st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
World
County Dog Warden Believes Clare “Being Left Way Behind” Without Animal Welfare Officer – Clare FM
County Dog Warden Believes Clare "Being Left Way Behind" Without Animal Welfare Officer Clare FM
World
The mystery behind Becerra leapfrogging over his rivals in California’s governor’s race – Los Angeles Times
The mystery behind Becerra leapfrogging over his rivals in California’s governor’s race Los Angeles TimesCandidates for California governor and LA mayor make their final pitches to voters PBSHow California’s Fight for Governor…
World
California will play a big role in the fight for power in Congress. Tuesday’s primary sets the stage
California redistricting could net Democrats an additional five House seats, a major factor in the fight for control of Congress. The upcoming primaries will set the stage for November's most…
World
Steyer and Hilton scrap for second top spot in tight Tuesday governor’s race primary
Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer and GOP strategist Steve Hilton are battling for second place in Tuesday's gubernatorial primary after former Biden Cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra surged to the front of…
World
Paramount’s Delrahim slams ‘fear-mongering’ and partisan politics clouding Warner Bros. deal
President Trump once said he would be involved in the Warner Bros. sale but Paramount lawyer Makan Delrahim said the company has "no deals" with the president
World
It’s a fight to the finish in L.A.’s wild mayoral primary
No front-runner: Mayor Karen Bass, Councilmember Nithya Raman and reality TV's Spencer Pratt are locked in a three-way battle for the two top slots on Tuesday.
World
The mystery behind Becerra leapfrogging over his rivals in California’s governor’s race
Xavier Becerra was polling at around 4% in numerous polls taken in February, March and early April. Then, he surged.
World
Commentary: TikTok? Crazy neighbor? A new poll sheds light on where voters get their information
A new UC Berkeley-L.A. Times poll shows voters most often rely on the official voter guide and search engines for election information, not big-money campaign ads.
World
Fearsome dinosaur-era marine reptile was T. rex of the sea – The Hindu
Fearsome dinosaur-era marine reptile was T. rex of the sea The HinduMosasaur Discovery Could Influence Fossil Tourism and Research Funding - EPS Revision Trend thelegaladvocate.comNew species of 80-million-year-old giant marine predator discovered Zamin.uzMeet…
World
Musician says finding an accessible studio in Ontario was ‘beyond challenging’
Michael Monize says it's been frustrating trying to find a wheelchair-accessible space to record his music in Ontario. He said he called four places before finally finding the right studio…
World
Chinese Embassy marks Children’s Day with push for deeper Kenya ties – the-star.co.ke
Chinese Embassy marks Children’s Day with push for deeper Kenya ties the-star.co.keAmbassador GUO Haiyan Meets with H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi focac.orgChina Shifts Kenya Strategy Toward Youth, Education and Culture capitalfm.co.keMudavadi, Chinese envoy discuss…
World
US and Iran exchange strikes as nuclear talks stall and Lebanon war widens
TEHRAN, June 1 — The United States and Iran traded strikes today as negotiations between the two sides stalled and...
World
Norway sets tougher new integration requirements for refugees
A new declaration for newly arrived refugees will clearly outline the rights, obligations, and expectations in Norwegian society from the start of the integration process.
World
Five patients recover from Ebola in DR Congo and leave hospital
Those infected can get better and officials stress that people should seek medical help if they have symptoms.
World
Netanyahu orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, clouding Iran mediation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered attacks on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on Monday, signalling further escalation of a war that has complicated mediation towards resolving the US-Iran…
World
TTDI residents unimpressed with park upgrade, want transparency over plans, outstanding works – NST Online
TTDI residents unimpressed with park upgrade, want transparency over plans, outstanding works NST Online
World
For years Iron Dome sedated Israel, now drones are ending the illusion – Ynetnews
For years Iron Dome sedated Israel, now drones are ending the illusion YnetnewsHezbollah's 'game changing' night-hunting weapon punches through Israel's defenses: expert Fox NewsLearning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic…
World
Italy to open museums and cultural sites for free on Republic Day
Dozens of Italy's biggest attractions, from the Colosseum to the ancient Roman ruins of Pompeii, will offer free entry to the public on National Republic Day on Tuesday, June 2nd.
World
New Danish government ‘could be announced by Constitution Day on Friday’
As party leaders reported progress made during talks at Marienborg over the weekend, Jens Ringberg, political commentator for public broadcaster DR, said he expects a new centre-left government to be…