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Trump mocks UN on peace and migration in blistering return
US President Donald Trump relentlessly mocked the United Nations on Tuesday in his first address since his White House comeback, blasting it for failing to bring peace and claiming the world body encourages illegal migration.
Stokes named as England captain for Ashes tour
Ben Stokes was named as England captain for the Ashes tour as the squad was announced on Tuesday for five Tests in Australia.
Does taking paracetamol while pregnant cause autism? No, experts say
There is no scientific evidence showing that pregnant women taking the painkiller paracetamol causes autism in their children, medical experts and drug regulators have emphasised after Donald Trump claimed the two were linked.
We can build fighter jet without Germany: France's Dassault
The head of French defence company Dassault said on Tuesday his firm could build the future European fighter jet by itself, as tensions persist with Germany over the multi-billion-euro project.
Atletico owners negotiating with US firm Apollo over majority stake sale - reports
Atletico Madrid's owners are in advanced negotiations to sell a majority stake of the Spanish football club's shares to US private equity firm Apollo Global Management, according to various reports citing sources close to the deal.
Stocks mark time with eyes on key economic data
Stock markets marked time Tuesday as traders monitored key economic indicators, with US inflation data due later this week that could influence Federal Reserve policy.
Tabilo stuns Musetti for Chengdu title, Bublik wins in Hangzhou
Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo saved two championship points in stunning top seed Lorenzo Musetti to win a nail-biting Chengdu Open final on Tuesday.
Trump returns to UN to attack 'globalist' agenda
US President Donald Trump will denounce "globalist institutions" in his first United Nations address since returning to the White House and also meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky against a backdrop of mounting tension with Russia.
No.1 Scheffler plays down great expectations at Ryder Cup
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler downplays any idea of great expectations at this week's Ryder Cup, even after a six-win season that included two major titles.
WHO sees no autism links to Tylenol, vaccines
Neither the painkiller Tylenol nor vaccines have been shown to cause autism, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, following comments from the US president and his administration to the contrary.
US Fed official urges proactive approach on rates to boost jobs market
The US central bank should preemptively address worsening labor market conditions by lowering interest rates, a top Federal Reserve official said Tuesday, warning that policymakers risk running "behind the curve."
Nearly 100 buffaloes die in Namibia stampede
At least 90 buffaloes died while fleeing lions Tuesday after trampling on each other and falling off a cliff in Namibia's far east, wildlife officials said.
UN chief warns 'aid cuts are wreaking havoc' amid slashed budgets
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday that cuts to aid budgets were "wreaking havoc" as he opened the organization's annual meeting of world leaders, painting a dark picture of the world order.
Schools shut, flights axed as Typhoon Ragasa nears Hong Kong, southern China
Hong Kong and parts of southern China ground to a halt on Tuesday evening as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached with high winds and lashing rain, forcing Chinese authorities to shut down schools and businesses in at least 10 cities.
Hundreds trapped as typhoon triggers barrier lake burst in Taiwan
A decades-old barrier lake formed by a landslide in eastern Taiwan burst Tuesday as Super Typhoon Ragasa pounded the island with torrential rains, flooding a nearby town and trapping over 260 people, officials said.
EU proposes new delay to anti-deforestation rules
The EU said Tuesday it will seek a new one-year delay to sweeping anti-deforestation rules cheered by green groups but assailed by key trading partners from the United States to Indonesia.
Man City have 'recovered many things': Guardiola
Pep Guardiola said Tuesday that Manchester City had "recovered many things" after last season's trophyless campaign, pledging there was more to come from his team.
Thailand to 'clarify misunderstandings' after SEA Games petanque ban
Thailand said Tuesday it would "clarify misunderstandings" after the world governing body of petanque effectively barred the nation from hosting the sport at this year's SEA Games.
Denmark brands mystery drone flights 'serious' attack
Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused it to shut down constituted the "most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure" to date, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Tuesday.
Iran executed at least 1,000 this year in prison 'mass killing': NGO
Iran has executed at least 1,000 people so far in 2025, an NGO said on Tuesday, denouncing a "mass killing campaign" in prisons aimed at spreading fear through society.
France's Dassault says can build European fighter jet without Germany
The head of French defence company Dassault said on Tuesday his firm was capable of building the future European fighter jet by itself as tensions persist with Germany over the multi-billion-euro project.
Former umpire 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most famous officials of his era, has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Ghana deports at least six west Africans expelled by US to Togo
Ghana has deported at least six west Africans to Togo after they were expelled to Accra as part of an immigration crackdown by US President Donald Trump, their lawyers said Tuesday.
Bradley admits thoughts linger about having played in Ryder Cup
United States captain Keegan Bradley admits he has had a few wistful thoughts this week about what might have been had he picked himself to be a playing skipper at the Ryder Cup.
EU queries Apple, Google, Microsoft over financial scams
The European Union on Tuesday demanded Big Tech players including Apple and Google explain what action they are taking against financial scams online, as Brussels seeks to show it is not shying away from enforcing its rules.
OECD raises world growth outlook as tariffs contained, for now
The world economy will grow more than previously forecast this year after absorbing the shock of US President Donald Trump's tariffs, but their full impact remains uncertain, the OECD said Tuesday.
Former umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Cycling worlds bring pride to African riders despite disadvantages
Africa's first ever cycling world championships have been a dream come true for several amateur riders, some of whom have been praying just to be given an opportunity in a sport dominated by wealthy nations.
Stocks diverge with eyes on key economic data
Stock markets diverged Tuesday as traders monitored key economic indicators, with US inflation data due later this week that could influence Federal Reserve policy.
German business groups pressure Merz over ailing economy
German business associations in talks with Chancellor Friedrich Merz stressed the "urgency" of steps to help the ailing economy, one group said Tuesday, with reports describing a stormy encounter.
Drone flights 'most serious attack' on Danish infrastructure, PM says
Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused it to shut down constituted the "most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure" to date, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Tuesday.
Indonesia, EU sign long-awaited trade deal
Indonesia and the European Union finalised negotiations on a trade agreement Tuesday after nearly a decade of talks, a senior minister said.