World news from The Thursday Times' foreign desk.
Trump hints at banning vaccines if elected, giving RFK Jr significant control over public health policy. Concerns mount as Kennedy pushes for radical changes, including access to federal health data.
Bill Clinton reflects on American democracy’s fragile state in a rare sit-down with CNN, detailing Kamala Harris’ potential presidency, and his lingering regrets over trade and peace deals.
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has taken an unexpected lead over Donald Trump in the key State battleground of Iowa, with recent polls showing shifting voter demographics in reaction to recent legislation diminishing women's rights in the U.S.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump enter the final election sprint, locked in a tight race with competing economic and social messages defining their strategies. Both campaigns see unique paths to victory as momentum ebbs and flows in crucial battlegrounds.
Russia's $2.5 decillion fine against Google exposes a growing digital sovereignty battle, sparking legal and financial tensions that test multinational resilience. Alphabet's stock, surprisingly buoyant, underscores Google's confidence amidst compounding penalties.
Michigan Muslims endorse Donald Trump for his peace-oriented and pro-family policies, marking a shift in political support in a key swing state.
Putin reaffirmed Russia’s support for a two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict, stressing the need for a full-fledged Palestinian state. He criticised the dissolution of the Middle East Quartet and highlighted the deeper historical and spiritual aspects of the conflict.
Indian intelligence officer Vikash Yadav has been charged with plotting to kill Sikh activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on U.S. soil, escalating diplomatic tensions between India, the U.S., and Canada.
Tensions between Canada and India escalate as both nations expel diplomats over the assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, spawning questions over alleged Indian government links.
Bangladesh's interim government has announced a major redesign of their Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) currency notes, starting with Tk20, Tk100, Tk500, and Tk1,000, removing the image of 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
