Trump has no plans to meet Putin soon, White House says

US President Donald Trump has “no plans” to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in person, the White House said on Tuesday. Mr Trump last week said he would meet Mr Putin “within two weeks” in Budapest for talks aimed at resolving the war in...

Hindi now language of global communication: BJP MP PP Chaudhary

Hindi now language of global communication: BJP MP PP Chaudhary United Nations: “Hindi is now the language of global communication” boosted by social media, yoga, and international education, BJP MP PP Chaudhary has asserted. Speaking at the Hindi...

Sex is a bit like traffic – remember the speed limit!

A famous Danish comedian is accused – but not convicted – of grooming a 15-year-old schoolgirl back in 2009, when he was himself 31. The many different reactions to the case indicate that norms might be changing and that the relevant legislation...

Maccabi saga shows danger of excluding Israel — it normalises antisemitism

If the stated aim is the obliteration of the state of Israel, antisemitism first has to be normalised. Increasingly, it is — and not only by Hamas. In the House of Commons this week Zarah Sultana MP conflated supporters of Maccabi Tel Aviv with...

Ikon Pass Adds Nine New Destinations in Asia for Winter 25/26

Ikon Pass invites skiers and riders to adventure further into Asia throughout winter 25/26 as Niseko United and Arai Mountain Resort are joined by Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort, Mt.T, Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort, Furano Ski Resort, APPI Resort,...

Palestine and the Pacific

Why have island nations been so prominent among supporters of Israel? By Nic Maclellan Standing beside Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on 17 September, Fijian prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka declared that “the people of Fiji share a very close...

Full list of EU countries taking Brits' fingerprints from today

Kieran Isgin Money & Lifestyle writer and Kate Lally SEO writer 10:41, 12 Oct 2025 Spain is one of a long list of countries(Image: georgeclerk via Getty Images) From Sunday, October 12, European nations using the Entry/Exit System (EES) will...

The Gaza truce is welcome. Now turn it into a peace deal

Were anyone in doubt about what the tentative ceasefire agreed to by Israel and Hamas means to Gaza’s people, videos shot in the ruined territory speak volumes. In one, several Palestinian children dance with joy. In another, local journalists...

Designing a Resilient and Data-Driven FinCrime Function in the Age of AI

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Where Did The Torenza Passport Woman Come From? Origins Of The Viral Video Analysed, And The 'Truth' To The Story

A viral video has caught the attention of millions online, showing a calm woman at an airport immigration desk holding a passport from a country called Torenza. The clip looks more like a movie scene than real life, with dramatic lighting and...

Why Pro Gamers Are Moving to Tax Havens

This isn’t just about rich kids dodging taxes. Let’s kill that thought before it even spawns. What’s really happening is a calculated migration—top esports pros, streamers, and high-stakes bettors are swapping snowy rentals in Oslo or Melbourne...

Liverpool v United ratings: Gakpo 8, Isak 4; Mbeumo 9, Maguire 9

Harry Maguire headed home the winner as Manchester United condemned champions Liverpool to a third Premier League defeat in row after a 2-1 victory at Anfield on Sunday. Ruben Amorim's side had taken the lead after just two minutes when Bryan...

China is soaking up oil imports, and the US and Russia are reasons why

There is a mystery at the heart of the global oil market. China has soaked up a torrent of oil imports this year, filling tanks and underground caverns. Without this, prices would be much lower. But why is Beijing snapping up oil it doesn’t...

Power And Justice

Above photo: Screenshot / United Nations. Those were an eventful few days as the General Assembly convened at the United Nations Secretariat in New York Sept. 22. France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco and Andorra formally recognized the state...

Etihad to return two Airbus A380 superjumbos to the skies amid global jet shortage

Etihad Airways, which currently operates seven of its 10 Airbus A380 aircraft, plans to return two of the superjumbos to the skies amid a global shortage in planes and persistent supply chain bottlenecks. The Abu Dhabi-based airline's eighth A380...

Torenza Passport Woman Goes Viral On The Internet: Here Are Other Fictional Places That Have Baffled People All Over The World

On 6 October 2025, a bizarre video surfaced online showing a woman at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport presenting a passport from Torenza, a nation absent from every map, record and database. Immigration officials were left...

Canada to Enforce ICC Arrest Warrant Against Israeli PM Netanyahu

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday that under his leadership, Canada would enforce the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the country. In...

Diwali 2025: Greetings, traditions and celebrations in India and the UAE

Diwali or Deepawali is one of the biggest festivals in South Asia. In countries such as India and Nepal, where the so-called festival of lights is a major holiday, many splash out on big purchases such as jewellery, televisions, cars and property....

SI diplomatic relations at 139

BY SAMIE WAIKORI The Solomon Islands continues to expand its diplomatic relations and currently has ties with a total of 139 countries. The recent inclusion to the list is North Macedonia and Andorra, where Solomon Islands has formally entered...

Ranked: The World’s Oldest People in History

Mapped: Life Expectancy Around the World (2025) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Monaco has the...