US & UK forces repel 'largest attack' by Houthis in Red Sea January 10, 2024 at 04:20PM

Meloni's government faces backlash over fascist salutes at Rome rally January 10, 2024 at 05:03AM

Controversial rally sparks outcry as Italy's political scene is rocked by a display of fascist symbolism, raising concerns over the resurgence of extremist ideologies. The incident highlights the deep divisions in Italian society and the challenges in reconciling a troubled history with contemporary political dynamics. The opposition demands action and scrutiny over the government's response, while the Jewish community expresses dismay, underscoring the sensitivity of fascist symbols in a country still grappling with its past.

Maldives, China sign 21 agreements after Muizzu-Xi meeting amid diplomatic row with India January 10, 2024 at 03:12AM

Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and signed 20 key agreements, elevating their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. Muizzu made an official visit to China at a time when there was a diplomatic row with India. He appealed to China to send more tourists to the Maldives and praised the BRI projects. Muizzu also sought investments from Chinese companies for 11 projects at the Maldives Investment Forum.

France's Macron and new PM Attal craft new government January 09, 2024 at 10:56PM

French President Emmanuel Macron and his new Prime Minister Gabriel Attal worked on Wednesday to pull together a cabinet, a day after Macron appointed the 34-year-old media-savvy ally to breathe new life into his second mandate. Attal has promised to be bold and fast to help the middle class weather the rising cost of living, signalling a desire by Macron to move beyond divisive reforms and improve his centrist party's chances in European Parliament elections in June.