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Trump says 'massive' oil, gas, mineral exploration to begin in Greenland

Trump says 'massive' oil, gas, mineral exploration to begin in Greenland

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that oil, gas and mineral exploration was preparing to begin in Greenland, and hailed the Arctic island's position for US and European security.

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Ukraine ex-military officer to stand trial over Nord Stream sabotage

Ukraine ex-military officer to stand trial over Nord Stream sabotage

A former Ukrainian military officer is set to become the first person to stand trial over the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombings when proceedings begin in a German court Wednesday.

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IMF chief says Saudi attacks could have negative spillover 'everywhere'

IMF chief says Saudi attacks could have negative spillover 'everywhere'

International Monetary Fund head Kristalina Georgieva said Wednesday that recent attacks on Saudi Arabia could impact people "everywhere", as conflict in the energy-rich region adds to wide-ranging economic concerns.

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Premier League move a Sage decision for new Palace boss

Premier League move a Sage decision for new Palace boss

Pierre Sage has admitted the opportunity to manage in the Premier League was one he could simply not refuse as he prepares to return to his native France with Crystal Palace this week.

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Relentless Swiatek wins all-Polish battle to launch Wuhan campaign

Relentless Swiatek wins all-Polish battle to launch Wuhan campaign

Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek launched her Wuhan Open campaign by triumphing 6-2, 6-1 in an all-Polish battle against lucky loser Magdalena Frech on Wednesday.

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South Korean FA condemns 'personal attacks' as rift rumours grow

South Korean FA condemns 'personal attacks' as rift rumours grow

South Korea's football association has told fans to stop "excessive personal attacks", warning of the "psychological burden" it could inflict on national team players in the crosshairs since their World Cup flop.

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Japan urges 'impartial treatment' of journalist arrested in Russia

Japan urges 'impartial treatment' of journalist arrested in Russia

Tokyo said Wednesday it had urged Moscow to ensure "fair and impartial treatment" of a Japanese journalist who was arrested by Russia on suspicion of espionage.

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South Korea's Eom 'racially abused' in England's Championship: club

South Korea's Eom 'racially abused' in England's Championship: club

South Korean international footballer Eom Ji-sung was allegedly racially abused during Swansea City's 1-0 win at Millwall in England's second-tier Championship.

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What we know about Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation

What we know about Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumor surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as "successful" by the Vatican.

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India shuts down iconic Delhi protest site after three decades

India shuts down iconic Delhi protest site after three decades

For more than three decades, a stretch of road in central New Delhi was where Indians came to be heard, staging rallies to press their demands and hold those in power accountable.

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