Iran war could push over 32 million people into poverty; UN warns of ‘triple shock’ for developing nations

The economic impact of the Iran war could push more than 32 million people into poverty worldwide, with developing countries expected to be affected the most, according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).Released amid uncertainty over a fragile ceasefire, the report said the world economy is facing a “triple shock” from rising energy prices,…

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Christianity in decline? Study reveals one in three Britons raised Christian no longer follow the faith | World News

One in three Britons raised Christian no longer follow the faith, study reveals Nearly a third of people in Britain who were raised as Christians no longer identify with the religion in adulthood, according to a major international study, highlighting a steady decline in traditional faith adherence across the country. The analysis by the Pew…

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‘Sovereignty rests with UK’: Starmer govt rejects report of possible US ‘review’ on Falklands

The UK government has firmly asserted that sovereignty over the Falkland Islands “rests with the UK”, pushing back against reports that the United States could reconsider its stance on the disputed territory.According to Reuters, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain’s position was “longstanding and unchanged”, emphasising that the islanders’ right to self-determination…

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‘Deeply unpleasant racist and Islamophobe’: UK man jailed for life for raping Sikh woman he mistook for Muslim | World News

John Ashby, a man from the UK who raped a Sikh woman after wrongly believing she was Muslim, has been given a life sentence. Ashby, who admitted his crimes earlier in the week, was sentenced on Friday.During sentencing at Birmingham Crown Court, Mr Justice Pepperall described Ashby as a “deeply unpleasant racist and Islamophobe”, as…

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US justice dept closes criminal investigation into Fed chief Jerome Powell, clearing hurdle for Trump nominee Kevin Warsh

The US Justice Department is closing its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a move seen as removing a hurdle to the confirmation of Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the central bank, with Powell’s term as chair set to end on May 15.US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said the criminal probe into…

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“Vile person of the year”: Candace Owens targeted by Donald Trump with doctored TIME cover, calls her “low IQ”

Donald Trump reignited his feud with Candace Owens by sharing a doctored magazine cover and calling her “low IQ.” The attack followed criticism of her remarks about Brigitte Macron. Owens responded sharply online, escalating tensions as their public dispute continues to draw attention across political and media circles. Once again, tensions between Donald Trump and…

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Ronaldo has three final career dreams he must fulfil before retirement, Messi has already completed the first | International Sports News

As Messi takes control of UE Cornellà, he joins Ronaldo in Spanish football as club owners in rival roles.(Image via Getty) At a time when most players are years into retirement and settled into coaching or punditry, 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo is choosing his final act carefully, with three clear goals still on his agenda. The…

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