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Spanish tourist hotspots consider total burka ban and £25,000 fines in 'national security' crackdown
Spanish tourist hotspots are weighing up a total ban on burkas and niqabs under a "national security" crackdown. The Balearic Islands - Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera - are looking into proposals to outlaw the traditional Islamic dress and issue fines of up to £25,000 to those caught wearing them repeatedly. The plans - drawn up by Spain's right-wing Vox and the People's Party of the Balearic Islands (PP) - are currently being considered by the Balearic Parliament. However, the Bill has...
Pakistan bombs Afghanistan again: Taliban claims 11 children among 13 killed
Afghanistan on Wednesday accused Pakistan of carrying out new airstrikes on its territory, saying the attacks killed at least 13 people, most of them children, and wounded 14 others.
Maine’s race for governor heads to ranked choice tallies in both primaries
The Democratic and Republican primaries for governor of Maine are both up in the air, with a broad field of candidates competing and Maine’s ranked choice voting system adding another layer of complexity
South Carolina GOP race to replace Nancy Mace heads to runoff
Jenny Honeycutt, a business owner, and Mark Smith, a state legislator, advanced in a crowded GOP primary to replace outgoing Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., on Tuesday evening.Because no candidate garnered more than 50% of the vote needed to win outright, the primary now heads to a runoff that’s slated to take place on June 23.The vacancy arose when Mace, a firebrand conservative, announced her decision to run for governor of the Palmetto State.During her time in Congress, Mace has attracted attention...
US Iran War News LIVE: Iran Targets US Hanger, Bases Across Gulf After Attacks Over Apache Crash
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A Woman In-Charge Of UN? Candidates Say "After 80 Years, About Time"
Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica and Maria Fernanda Espinosa of Ecuador are all standing to succeed Antonio Guterres.
Bolivia approves military measures against nationwide protests
Bolivia approves military measures against nationwide protests.
US-Canada Bridge Threatened By Trump To Open This Week: Mark Carney
Work on the $4.7-billion Gordie Howe Bridge that links the Canadian province of Ontario with the US state of Michigan started in 2018, and it was due to be operational this year.
Middle East crisis live: Iran launches broad retaliatory attacks after US strikes over downed helicopter
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps says it has targeted an airbase in Jordan hosting US forces, as well as Kuwait and Bahrain, in response to US strikes Trump launches strikes against Iran after downing of US army helicopterWelcome to our live coverage of the crisis in the Middle East.Iran says it has launched a missile attack at an airbase in Jordan hosting US forces, after also targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The Revolutionary Guards said missiles have targeted the Muwaffaq Salti airbase, which i...
Collins secures GOP nod in Maine Senate battle that could decide GOP majority
As she runs for a sixth six-year term in the U.S. Senate in left-leaning Maine, Republican Sen. Susan Collins is now officially her party's nominee in a crucial race that's one of a handful across the country that will determine whether Republicans keep control of their slim Senate majority.Collins can toss the "presumptive nominee" title after formally landing her party's nomination on Tuesday by running unopposed in Maine's Senate GOP primary.As she fights for re-election, the 73-year-old Coll...
Iran strikes Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for US attacks in Hormuz
Strikes come after US attacked Iranian ports and islands in the Strait of Hormuz over the downing of a helicopter.
Nancy Mace Loses South Carolina Governor Primary After Trump Endorsement Snub
BreakingBusinessNancy Mace Loses South Carolina Governor Primary After Trump Endorsement SnubBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorJun 09, 2026, 10:55pm EDTJun 09, 2026, 11:00pm EDTToplineRep. Nancy Mace failed to advance in the GOP’s South Carolina Gubernatorial primary on Tuesday night, ending up in fifth place, after the Congresswoman failed to gain President Donald Trump’s endorsement going into the highly competitive race—whi...
Watch: Trump's 'proportional response' to Iran after helicopter attack
Following Iran's downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump ordered retaliatory strikes on Iranian air defense systems. This escalation intensifies months of Middle East tensions, disrupting shipping and raising global energy prices. Iran vowed a "decisive response," casting doubt on ceasefire efforts amid ongoing regional hostilities.
UK, allies slap sanctions over violence by Israeli settlers
LONDON: Britain, Canada, France and Norway announced coordinated sanctions on Tuesday against Israeli networks involved in financing, enabling and carrying out violence in Israeli-occupied West Bank. The move follows escalating violence by Israeli settlers, which diplomats say is intended to undermine prospects for a Palestinian state. Meanwhile, a UN inquiry said on Tuesday that Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians in occupied West Bank. Israeli authorities are directly...
Police scrap 'Islamic blasphemy law' after free speech uproar
A police force has scrapped its "Islamic blasphemy law" after a free speech uproar and a potential legal challenge.South Wales Police said it will "pause" implementation of the controversial plan to record instances of "hostility" towards Muslims.Criticised as a de facto blasphemy law, it would have instructed officers to log anything which went beyond what was constituted a "legitimate" discussion of Islam.Opponents warned a subjective definition gave officers the power to decide what was consi...
Former Cameron adviser Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race
Trump-endorsed Brit Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race3 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAna FaguyGetty ImagesSteve Hilton, a former top adviser to ex-UK Prime Minister David Cameron and a former Fox News host, will advance as one of two candidates in the race for California governor, US media outlets project. After a week of counting ballots from the 2 June primary race, Hilton secured his slot to move ahead in the election, edging out billionaire climate activist To...
NSW admits pro-Palestine protester Hannah Thomas was assaulted by police officers and falsely imprisoned
State admits former Greens candidate entitled to damages and agrees to pay medical costs, but denies malicious prosecution and malfeasance in public officeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe state of New South Wales has admitted that a police officer punched Hannah Thomas in the eye while holding a torch at a pro-Palestine protest – and it’s offered to pay her medical costs.Court documents seen by Guardian Australia...
Sedition cases, ‘head money’ against JAAC leaders ordered
• Clashes with law enforcers reported as rallies from various parts of region attempt to converge on Muzaffarabad• Several feared dead, two cops among scores injured• PM Rathore urges a return to talks• Five held from Muzaffarabad on suspicion of ‘links to foreign agencies’ MUZAFFARABAD: Parts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) remained in the throes of a crippling shutter-down strike on Tuesday, which was punctuated by clashes between law enforcers and supporters of the recently-proscribed Joint A...
Jan Dhan Yojana To Ayushman Bharat: 5 Schemes That Marked PM Modi's 12 Years
Five government schemes rolled out during PM Modi government are Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission, PM Awas Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana and Ayushman Bharat
Protesters torch cars, buildings in Belfast after knife attack
Unrest comes after a Sudanese man was arrested over a stabbing attack in north Belfast, UK.