insert_link World Biden meets National Security team over Middle East concerns US President Joseph Biden is meeting / has met with his National Security team amid fears of a wider regional war erupting in the Middle East. There are heightened concerns Iran is planning a retaliatory attack against Israel following the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran and a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayAugust 6, 2024 7
insert_link World Hurricane hits US coastline A major tropical storm has made landfall in Florida — already causing deaths and catastrophic flooding. It's expected to bring "life-threatening" surges and record rainfall in coming days, as Benji Hyer reports. todayAugust 6, 2024 15
insert_link World Bangladesh Prime Minister resigns and flees amidst unrest Bangladesh's long-serving Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amidst escalating unrest. Reports indicate that Hasina has sought refuge in India as thousands of demonstrators advanced towards her official residence. Neha Poonia has more. The situation remains fluid, with uncertainty surrounding the immediate future of Bangladesh's leadership. The Army chief is scheduled to address the nation later today, with plans for forming an interim government. […] todayAugust 5, 2024 30
insert_link World World leaders call for de-escalation in Middle East Diplomacy is in overdrive as world powers call on Iran and its regional proxies for restraint, amid fear an attack on Israel could come within the next 24 hours. Iran's supreme leader is vowing revenge after a senior Hamas leader was assassinated in Tehran last week. Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv. The White House meanwhile says President Joe Biden will meet with his national security team […] todayAugust 5, 2024 16
insert_link World China urges flood control efforts as rainfall persists Beijing has called on local authorities to stay on guard against floods as significant rainfall is forecast to continue in parts of the country in the coming days. State media said four people were killed and at least 23 missing in China's southwestern province of Sichuan over the weekend. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong. todayAugust 5, 2024 10
insert_link World UK prime minister Keir Starmer has condemned anti-immigration protests across the country UK prime minister, Keir Starmer has condemned anti-immigration protests across the country. Violent scenes have broken out in areas including Tamworth, Middlesbrough, Bolton, Hull, and Weymouth. This follows false reports that the suspect in the death of three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport last week was an asylum seeker. At least 150 protestors have been arrested. Starmer has vowed those involved […] todayAugust 5, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics Wall St plummets On Friday amid weak Jobs data On Friday, Wall Street is seeing an intense sell off following disappointing monthly US Jobs figures. The Dow has fallen around 900 points - around 2.2% down. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayAugust 5, 2024 26
insert_link World Majority of delegates have voted to give Kamala Harris the Democratic nomination US Vice President Kamala Harris has scored enough votes to win the Democratic presidential nomination. The announcement was made on Friday by Democratic National Committee Chair, Jaime Harrison, making Harris the first Black woman and first Asian American to stand for president. Jody Jacobs has more. todayAugust 5, 2024 21
insert_link World US and allies seek to dial down middle east tensions The United States and its allies are trying to dial down tensions in the Middle East. They are concerned Iran will attack Israel, who it blames for last week's killing of Hamas' political leader in Tehran. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more. todayAugust 5, 2024 11