Bayern Munich veers from Rwanda sponsorship after criticism
German football club to shift away from ‘Visit Rwanda’ sponsorship after criticism from fans. Bayern Munich has signalled it will cut down on “Visit Rwanda” branding as it moves “away…
China welcomes new US-Russia contact as Trump seeks end to Ukraine war
China’s President Xi Jinping has told Russia’s Vladimir Putin he is pleased to see Moscow maintain contact with the United States to advance a political resolution of the Ukraine crisis.…
‘No plans’ to recognise Palestinian state, US vice president says
NewsFeed The US has “no plans” to recognise a Palestinian state, according to US Vice President JD Vance, who blamed the lack of a “functional government” to recognise. Vance was…
Trump’s Russia deadline is set to expire, with tariffs at stake
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam November 11, 2017. Jorge Silva |…
The secret to a long healthy life?
Today on The Stream, five ‘Blue Zones’ host some of the healthiest, longest-living people. What’s behind their longevity? Blue Zones are five diverse regions where people live longer and stay…
Why have blue whales stopped singing? The mystery worrying scientists
Whale songs are far removed from the singing that humans are used to. Unlike our musical sounds, those produced by whales are a complex range of vocalisations that include groans,…
Global outcry as Israel moves to take control of Gaza City
Palestinian boys inspect the site of a morning Israeli strike on a house, in Gaza City, August 8, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS Listen to article Israel’s military will “take control” of…
Germany to halt military exports to Israel for use in Gaza war
Berlin says it will halt shipments of military equipment that could be used in Gaza after the Israeli security cabinet approved a plan to expand the war. Germany has suspended…
Israel bombs Gaza City as military prepares for full takeover
NewsFeed Video shows a large explosion targeting an apartment building near the al Shifa Medical Complex, west of Gaza City, only hours after the Israeli security cabinet approved a proposal…
Shock and fear in Gaza after Israel announces occupation plan
NewsFeed Palestinians in Gaza City are fearful of being displaced yet again after Israel announced plans to occupy Gaza City. The Israeli cabinet also approved a proposal for full “security…