
Catalonia baulks at formal independence declaration to allow talks
In a much-anticipated speech to the Catalan parliament, Carles Puigdemont made only a symbolic declaration, claiming a mandate to launch secession but suspending any formal steps to that end.
Wed Oct 11 2017

EU to lay out Brexit response, set negotiating priorities
Donald Tusk will send leaders of the other 27 member states his proposed negotiating guidelines for Brexit talks before presenting the main principles in Malta.
Fri Mar 31 2017

Special delivery - Brexit letter makes history
At 1:25 p.m. (1125 GMT), Barrow proffered the crisp, narrow white envelope to Donald Tusk, who chairs summits of EU leaders.
Thu Mar 30 2017

Text - UK letter to EU's Tusk triggering Brexit process
Below is the text of the letter British Prime Minister Theresa May sent to European Council President Donald Tusk triggering Article 50 of the EU's Lisbon Treaty.
Wed Mar 29 2017

British PM May fires starting gun on Brexit
Prime Minister Theresa May filed formal Brexit divorce papers on Wednesday, pitching the United Kingdom into the unknown and triggering years of uncertain negotiations.
Wed Mar 29 2017

Tale of Two Donalds: Trump gives Europe splitting headache
"Our Donald", or "the other Donald"? European Union leaders meeting in Malta found themselves taking sides, between their summit chairman, "our Donald" Tusk, and the new U.S. president, Donald Trump.
Sun Feb 05 2017

Shocked EU vows unity after Brexit vote
A stunned European Union vowed to remain united on Friday despite Britain voting to leave, as fears grew that a "chain reaction" of further referendums could tear the bloc apart.
Fri Jun 24 2016

Greece seals new bailout deal to avoid euro exit
Greece reached a desperately-needed bailout deal with the eurozone on Monday after marathon overnight talks.
Mon Jul 13 2015
AWANI Review: From Livelihood - Can Content Creation Be A Real Career?
The creator economy is booming - but is content creation a sustainable career? Where’s the money really going, and how can creators turn engagement into income? Cult Creative CEO Shermaine Wong breaks it down and reveals why brands are betting big on micro-influencers.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Israeli military operation turns Jenin refugee camp into 'ghost town'
Israel says its large-scale raid targets Iranian-backed groups in Jenin, a city in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Sat Feb 08 2025

'Dreams shattered' as Trump deports Indians ahead of Modi trip
"They did not unlock our cuffs even when we ate."
Sat Feb 08 2025

226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report
The Palestinian Tourism and Antiquities Ministry on Wednesday announced that 226 archaeological sites in the Gaza Strip have been damaged as
Sat Feb 08 2025

Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life
Even if the deceased was a registered organ donor pledger, we still require the family's consent, says Dr Mohd Syafiq Ismail Azman.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Is this 2025, or 1965? Grammy wins for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones keep the rock canon in the past
The Beatles' AI-assisted track, finished by remaining members, earned Recording Academy recognition 55 years after the band split.
Sat Feb 08 2025

How can you help your child make friends?
Having lasting, meaningful friendships is extremely important for children's health, development and wellbeing.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the surge in hostilities since the start of the year.
Sat Feb 08 2025

As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?
Trump authorises sanctions on those investigating the US or its allies at the ICC, repeating his first-term action.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism
AI can automatically filter extremist content on social media and detect suspicious communications across various digital platforms.
Sat Feb 08 2025