Trump’s aid cuts stop South African HIV vaccine trials in their tracks
JOHANNESBURG – South African lab technician Nozipho Mlotshwa was waiting for the test results for a potential HIV vaccine, which has eluded scientists for decades, when the order came from…
Russian drone attacks injure mother, two children in central Ukraine, official says
A Russian overnight drone attack on the city of Dolynska in central Ukraine injured a mother and her two children and forced the evacuation of people from 38 flats after…
Europe says it is committed to Ukraine ahead of Russia-US talks
Europe will invest more in security and lead on providing guarantees to Kyiv, but cooperation with Washington to secure peace remains crucial, European leaders said after an emergency meeting held…
Food head at FDA resigns, citing numerous job cuts
He pointed to the layoffs of 89 staff in the food division, cuts he called “indiscriminate”. Read More
Acting Social Security head leaves after clash with Musk’s Doge, Washington Post reports
The White House said President Trump has directed Doge to identify fraud at the Social Security Administration. Read More
What happens if President Trump defies a judge’s order?
Dozens of lawsuits challenging other actions by Mr Trump are pending. Read More
What happens if President Trump defies a judge’s order?
Dozens of lawsuits challenging other actions by Mr Trump are pending. Read More
What happens if President Trump defies a judge’s order?
Dozens of lawsuits challenging other actions by Mr Trump are pending. Read More
Israeli military begins Lebanon withdrawal as deadline approaches
Israel’s military said it would remain in 5 ‘strategic points’ to ensure its residents’ safety. Read More
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Feb 18, 2025
A selection of news stories that happened overnight, Feb 18, 2025. Read More