Russian general Alexeyev shot several times in Moscow attackPaul KirbyEurope digital editorRussian Defence MinistryA high-profile general in Russia's military has been shot several times and wounded in Moscow.Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was immediately taken to hospital after the attack in a residential building on the north-western outskirts of the city and his condition is unknown.Alexeyev is a...

Higher tariffs likely this week, says US TreasuryNatalie ShermanBusiness reporterGetty ImagesUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US was "likely" to implement a 15% global tariff this week following conflicting statements from President Donald Trump about the rate.The new tariff is intended to replace the sweeping global import taxes Trump imposed last year but were recently struck down...

Thailand election 2026: Polls close in election that pitted reformists against conservativesJonathan Head,South East Asia correspondent, BangkokandThanyarat Doksone,BangkokThailand election explained as voters head to the pollsThailand has voted in an early election called after multiple coalition governments collapsed, giving the country three prime ministers in as many years.Just like in...

Mexico City breaks Guinness Record with giant football training sessionA sea of people took over Mexico City's Zocalo square on Sunday, breaking the Guinness World Records for largest football lesson.The city's main square became an open-air training ground with 9,500 people practicing football drills under the guidance of instructors.Organisers said the turnout surpassed the previous Guinness...

AT&T's New Subscription Bundles Unlimited Mobile and Home Internet, but Not for Current CustomersAT&T is looking to broaden its reach with a new subscription service that combines home internet and wireless service for phones and wearables. AT&T OneConnect, launching today, includes gigabit broadband plus unlimited mobile data for up to 10 voice lines and 10 data devices such as...