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Sudan is calling on the United Nations to take action against foreign backers of the Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group fighting the Sudanese army in the country's civil war. The demand comes amid a diplomatic dispute after Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was reportedly denied a visa, adding tension to Khartoum's relations with the UN and international partners.

Carlos Fernandez de Cossio, Cuba's deputy foreign minister, told C-SPAN's Washington Journal on Sunday that it would be an "atrocious international crime" for the United States to use military force against Cuba. His remarks come amid heightened tensions between Havana and Washington, and are drawing attention to concerns over potential US military action against the island.

UK Foreign Office lawyers have reportedly concluded that Israel has no legal right to shut the British consulate in Jerusalem, which serves as the UK's diplomatic representative to the Palestinian authorities. The advice underscores longstanding tensions between London and Jerusalem over the consulate's status, as Israel has sought to assert authority over diplomatic missions in the contested city.

Germany's foreign minister visited the International Criminal Court in The Hague, pledging Berlin's full support for the institution despite US sanctions imposed under the Trump administration. The visit signals Germany's continued commitment to international justice, though it comes after Berlin also announced its own sanctions targeting ICC officials, creating a mixed picture of Europe's stance toward the court.

Pope Leo XIV is on a visit to France that analysts describe as deeply political, despite his reputation as a measured diplomatic figure. Commentators note the trip touches on church-state relations and sensitive political territory in a formally secular republic, drawing attention to how the new pope is positioning himself on the world stage early in his pontificate.

LeBron James says he envisioned himself joining the New York Knicks as a free agent during his career, according to an ESPN report. The revelation has drawn attention from basketball fans debating how different his legacy might have looked had he signed with New York instead of the teams he ultimately chose.

The Wall Street Journal reports that companies are quietly deploying artificial intelligence to help determine employee salaries, often without workers realizing it. Algorithmic tools are increasingly shaping pay decisions, raising questions about transparency, fairness and potential bias in compensation. The reporting has sparked wider discussion about how much of pay setting is now automated and whether employees should be told when AI influences their wages.

Taylor Swift has released a new music video featuring an NFL player, and it is not her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. The casting choice has caught fans' attention, prompting speculation about which star appears and how Kelce's absence from the project will be read.

A federal court has ruled that Washington, D.C.'s parole and supervised release system discriminates against people with disabilities. Civil rights advocates, including the ACLU of D.C., welcomed the decision, saying it confirms that disabled people on parole or supervised release have been denied fair access to the system's programs and processes. The ruling is expected to push local authorities to change how they supervise people with disabilities.

BBC News has launched a live tracker pulling together the UK's latest migration statistics, covering net migration figures, visa issuance, asylum claims and Channel small boat crossings. It offers readers a single reference point as migration remains one of the most contested political issues in Britain ahead of policy debates between the government and opposition.

Michael Burry, the investor known for betting against the US housing market before the 2008 crash, is advising a new short-focused fund that aims to profit from potential losses in private credit. The move highlights growing investor concern that the fast-growing private credit market may be carrying underpriced risks that could surface in a downturn.

A documentary revisit of the Jason Ivler case, in which a road rage confrontation in Quezon City escalated into the killing of a man, has drawn widespread attention in the Philippines. The case, involving Ivler — stepson of a US Embassy official and nephew of a Filipino singer — remains one of the country's most notorious crime controversies, and viewers are once again debating the events and the long-running justice process surrounding them.

On this day in 2000, Ariel Sharon's visit to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem was followed by the outbreak of the Second Intifada, a Palestinian uprising marked by years of violence that left thousands dead. The anniversary is prompting renewed debate over the visit's role in triggering the conflict, with views divided on whether it sparked the uprising or coincided with deeper causes.

A new documentary, Prison Letters, follows Max, a 14-year-old struggling with climate anxiety, as he writes letters to climate activists imprisoned for direct action. Through their correspondence he seeks to understand the human stories behind protest and why so many climate demonstrators have served time in prison. The short film is being shared as a moving portrait of a younger generation searching for hope amid the climate crisis.

Apple is reportedly exploring new designs for its Vision Pro headset, with one option being a compute puck that would house processing power separately from the headset itself. The current Vision Pro relies on an external battery pack, and moving more hardware off the headset could make a future version lighter and more comfortable. Details remain limited to the report, and Apple has not commented.

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors has announced a supervisory framework covering the use of artificial intelligence by state-chartered banks and nonbank financial institutions. The framework sets out how state regulators intend to oversee AI adoption in the financial sector, adding to ongoing regulatory attention on AI risk management across the US financial system.

A new pair of giant pandas has arrived at Zoo Atlanta, reviving China's long-running practice of panda diplomacy. The loan follows a state visit between US and Chinese leaders, and the pandas are being seen as a symbolic gesture of goodwill amid continuing tensions between the two countries. Panda loans have historically marked thawing relations, making the Atlanta arrival a closely watched sign of where ties stand.

Benchmark has closed its wholesale mortgage division, Eleven Mortgage, and says it will concentrate on its retail lending business going forward. The move ends the company's wholesale origination channel, leaving wholesale lenders and broker partners affected by the decision. It is the latest sign of consolidation and cost-cutting in the mortgage industry as lenders retreat from less profitable channels amid a tough housing market.

A European Union supervisory authority is set to broaden its oversight powers in 2027, according to a Law360 report. The expansion would extend the watchdog's reach into additional areas of regulation, though the report gives no further detail on which sectors or entities will fall under the enlarged mandate. The change is expected to be part of the EU's wider adjustments to its regulatory and enforcement framework.

Tanzania has introduced a mandatory inbound travel insurance requirement for foreign visitors, according to a legal alert published by law firm Dentons. Travellers entering the country will now need to purchase coverage as part of entry requirements, a move with implications for tourists, tour operators and travel planners heading to Tanzania.

Filmmaker Shawn Levy and his production company 21 Laps Entertainment have signed an overall television deal with Disney's 20th Television. The pact will see the company develop TV projects for the studio. Levy, known for directing 'Deadpool & Wolverine' and producing 'Stranger Things' through 21 Laps, continues to expand his relationship with major Hollywood studios.

Filmmaker and producer Shawn Levy has signed an overall deal with Disney's 20th Television, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The agreement will see Levy's production company develop television projects for the studio. Levy is known for directing and producing major film and TV hits, and the deal strengthens Disney's roster of high-profile creative talent for its television slate.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has hinted at a possible run for the US presidency during a visit to a church. The remarks, made in a religious setting, fuel speculation that the Democrat is positioning himself for a national campaign. Details of what exactly he said remain limited, and he has not formally announced any candidacy.

The UN Special Envoy for Road Safety is visiting Portugal to promote safer behaviour on the roads. The visit, coordinated through the UN's economic commission for Europe, aims to encourage safer driving practices and support national road safety efforts. Portugal's road safety record and awareness campaigns are in focus during the trip.

The United States has announced a new visa restriction policy aimed at promptly resolving international parental child abduction cases. The measure, publicized by the U.S. Embassy in Chile, signals that visa privileges may be denied to individuals connected to unresolved abductions of children across borders. It reflects Washington's broader effort to press foreign governments and parents to comply with international custody obligations and return abducted children.