insert_link World Cost-of-living protests spark increased tensions in Martinique A curfew on the French Caribbean island of Martinique has been extended until Thursday following urban violence linked to cost-of-living protests. A once-banned squadron of elite riot police has also been sent to the island. Ross Cullen reports. RFI reports that some protests have turned violent, with looters targeting supermarkets and restaurants. So far, 11 police officers have been injured by firearms, and three protesters have been wounded, one […] todaySeptember 24, 2024 28
insert_link World Ukraine’s Zelensky holds bilateral meetings in the U.S. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky continues his US visit and is working to shore up more support for Kyiv. One of his aims is to convince Western leaders that lifting restrictions on long-range weapons is crucial for Ukraine's victory. Megumi Lim reports. The BBC further reports that Zelensky's visit to the US coincides with efforts from the White House to prepare a new $375m military aid package for Ukraine. Ukraine […] todaySeptember 24, 2024 23
insert_link World Security beef up around United Nations Precinct New York City's East side is gridlocked, as world leaders and their entourages descend on the city for annual United Nations High level week. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. todaySeptember 24, 2024 20
insert_link World A weakened Hezbollah is being goaded into all-out conflict with Israel – the consequences would be devastating for all By Asher Kaufman, University of Notre Dame For almost a year, Israel and Hezbollah have engaged in increasingly provocative cross-border skirmishes as onlookers warn that this escalating war of attrition could land the region in all-out conflict. The past few days have made that devastating scenario closer to a reality. First came Israel’s pager and walkie-talkie attack, an unprecedented assault on Hezbollah’s communications that injured thousands of the […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 12
insert_link World Modi says Quad nations are “not against anyone” Indian prime minister Narendra Modi has said that the Quad group of nations - made up of the US, Australia, Japan, and India - is "not against anyone", as leaders from the bloc met over the weekend amid their concerns about China's rising influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Modi is on a three-day visit to the United States. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todaySeptember 23, 2024 23
insert_link World Birmingham Police and FBI Launch Manhunt After Alabama Shooting Leaves Four Dead, 18 Injured Birmingham police together with the FBI have launched a manhunt for suspects who shot and killed four people and injured 18 in Alabama. According to officials, multiple people drove up to the Five Points South area, got out of their vehicles, and began shooting, before driving away. Police believe the shooters were carrying out a hit on one person and the other victims were caught in the crossfire. Birmingham mayor […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 26
insert_link World Landslides and flooding kill six in central Japan Rescue efforts are underway in Japan’s Noto region after heavy rain triggered landslides and flooding at the weekend. At least six people are dead and 10 unaccounted for. As Chris Gilbert reports. todaySeptember 23, 2024 13
insert_link World Quad prepare to tackle China tensions US-China tensions will be in focus this weekend when US President Joseph Biden holds a meeting with the leaders of India, Australia and Japan. The Quad Summit will look at ways to counter security in the Indo-Pacific amid increased Chinese assertiveness. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todaySeptember 23, 2024 10
insert_link World New US election polling shows tight race with Harris increasing national lead New polling over the weekend shows US Vice President Kamala Harris has increased her lead nationally over her Republican rival Donald Trump in the Presidential election. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details. todaySeptember 23, 2024 10