Workers across the Asia Pacific region held demonstrations on May Day to demand better wages and working conditions. The protests come as many countries face rising inflation and economic uncertainty.
President Donald Trump announced he will remove Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and nominate Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) as her replacement. The change comes amid ongoing debates about immigration and border security policies.
Leaders from China, Japan and South Korea are planning a trilateral summit in May 2026 to enhance regional trade cooperation and address global economic tensions.
Russia and China have vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that aimed to ensure freedom of navigation through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. The resolution, proposed by Western nations, sought to address growing tensions in the key oil shipping route.
Former President Trump continues to exert influence on Federal Reserve decisions, according to Senator Elizabeth Warren. She warns this pressure could affect upcoming economic policies.
Iran's flurry of diplomatic activity continues in Russia, while President Trump reviews Tehran's latest proposal as the extended ceasefire holds and negotiations enter a critical phase.
A breakthrough ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran has sent shockwaves through global diplomatic circles, with world leaders cautiously welcoming the development while oil markets respond to potential supply chain shifts.
Leaders from 55 African nations gathered in Addis Ababa to accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, which aims to create the world's largest free trade zone.