Unprecedented Arctic heatwave melted 1 per cent of Svalbard’s ice
A six-week period of extraordinary heat in 2024 melted 62 gigatonnes of ice on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, obliterating all previous melt records
‘No-one was expecting this’: European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid ‘capitulation’
The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale.
Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine
Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.
‘The world is behaving irrationally’ – Putin’s warm welcome gets cold reaction in Ukraine
In the absence of a deal, Ukrainians focused on the optics of Putin’s visit to Trump in Alaska.
In maps: The war-ravaged Ukrainian territories at the heart of the summit
Kyiv has rejected ceding territory seized by Russia to secure a ceasefire.
Fact-Checking Trump on Epstein
Fact-Checking Trump on Epstein Fact-Checking Trump on Epstein By Linda Qiu, Claire Hogan, June Kim, and Zach Wood • August 14, 2025 Introduction President Trump has largely evaded discussions regarding Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. While he often dismisses inquiries about Epstein as mere political distractions, there have been notable moments when he has […]
What do Putin and Trump each want from the Alaska summit?
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg and North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher consider the leaders’ contrasting priorities as they prepare for talks on Ukraine.
In maps: The war-ravaged Ukrainian territories at the heart of the Trump-Putin summit
Kyiv has rejected ceding territory seized by Russia to secure a ceasefire.
US woman convicted over failed assassination in UK
Aimee Betro flew into the country and tried to shoot a man at point-blank range before going on the run for nearly five years.
How Democrats Lost Working-Class Voters
Understanding the Shift: How Democrats Lost Working-Class Voters As political landscapes evolve, understanding voter sentiments becomes crucial. Recent interviews with nearly 30 working-class Americans reveal significant insights into the changing dynamics of Democratic support. This article will explore the reasons behind this shift and highlight potential areas of opportunity for the party. The Current Landscape […]