‘What is the game plan?’: The Iran war is unsettling China and its ambitions
China is not feeling the shock of war in the Middle East – yet. But it is feeling the ripples.
Finland plans to lift decades-old ban on hosting nuclear weapons
The government says the nation’s defence environment has “significantly changed” since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
First UK government flight departs Middle East after delay
The plane was due to leave Oman on Wednesday but remained grounded due to problems getting passengers on board.
Littler spoils Welsh party with Premier League win
Luke Littler beats Premier League leader Jonny Clayton 6-4 in a top class final at Utilita Arena in Cardiff.
‘Who’s better, him or Pele?’: Trump meets Messi at White House
Lionel Messi, owner Jorge Mas, and members of the Inter Miami team visited the White House to celebrate last year’s Major League Soccer Cup victory.
GLP-1s could help curb substance use disorders, from alcohol to opioids, study suggest
Evidence continues to mount suggesting that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may help people cut back on cigarettes, drinking and opioid use disorders and addiction.
‘I never point fingers’ – Man City blink first in title race
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City have blinked first in the run-in during this season’s Premier League title race – so has the momentum now swung Arsenal’s way?
With time running out, snow drought and warm weather raise wildfire risk in the West
A combination of balmy winter weather in the western United States and one of the worst snow droughts in decades has experts concerned about wildfire season.
US Senate vote fails to rein in Trump war powers on Iran
The measure, passed largely along party lines, would halt US military action until approved by Congress.
One big takeaway for Democrats from the Texas Senate primary: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, Steve Kornacki dives into the massive turnout in the Texas Democratic primary for Senate.