• Chemical explosion at paper mill in Longview, Washington kills one, leaves nine missing

  A tank rupture at a paper mill in Longview, Washington has left one person dead, nine others missing, and nine injured. Emergency crews are responding to the industrial accident at the facility.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:55:29.501Z

• Security strategy, supplementary budget, and a busy legislative sprint: Riigikogu's week

  The Riigikogu debated Estonia's national security policy foundations and a 2026 supplementary budget, alongside a sweeping slate of defence, social, and energy bills.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:48:07.176Z

• Security doctrine, supplementary budget, and a packed legislative sprint: Riigikogu's week

  Estonia's new national security policy foundations were approved, a 2026 supplementary budget advanced, and a sweeping slate of bills — from drone rules to social tax changes — moved through plenary.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:48:05.748Z
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  Tsahkna: NATO allies matching Estonia's 0.25% GDP aid would strengthen Ukraine

  Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Tallinn to discuss alliance defence strengthening and support for Ukraine. Tsahkna argued that if all allies contributed to Ukraine at the same level as Estonia — 0.25% of GDP — it would significantly bolster Ukraine's negotiating position.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:45:37.540Z
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  Ex-DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson faces sex abuse trial in Northern Ireland

  Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is set to face prosecution in a sex abuse trial in Northern Ireland. The ex-MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges against him, including one count of rape.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:20:31.363Z

• Russia systematically tortures Ukrainian POWs and denies them medical care

  Russia is systematically using torture tactics and deliberately withholding medical treatment from Ukrainian prisoners of war, constituting clear violations of the Geneva Convention and war crimes. The statement was made by Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada Deputy Speaker Olena Kondratjuk.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:16:06.132Z
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  ERR in Washington: Growing share of Republicans see no benefit from NATO

  Debates over the US role in NATO are intensifying in Washington, with a growing share of Republicans believing the alliance offers no benefit to Americans. While most Americans still support NATO, the partisan divide on the issue is widening. Estonian public broadcaster ERR reports on the shifting mood in Washington.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:15:39.248Z
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  Kremlin think tank prepares excuses for United Russia's poor results ahead of September elections

  Russia's presidential administration and its think tank EIS held an All-Russian Electoral Expert Forum in Moscow on May 23-24. The forum revealed growing concerns over potential poor results for United Russia, with officials already preparing to blame 'hostile black propaganda' for any disappointing outcomes.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:10:40.654Z
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  Texas Senate primary: Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in major upset

  Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has defeated veteran incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary for the US Senate seat in Texas. The race carries broader implications for whether Democrats could regain control of the Senate during the latter half of the Trump presidency.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T05:00:33.585Z

• Measles outbreak in Bangladesh kills hundreds of children in two months

  Bangladesh is facing a severe measles outbreak, with over 60,000 suspected cases recorded in just over two months. Hundreds of children have died as the disease spreads rapidly across the country. The outbreak highlights critical gaps in vaccination coverage.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T04:56:29.259Z
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  India's communist parties: from ruling millions to fighting for survival

  India's communist parties once governed large states and commanded millions of voters, but have steadily declined into political marginality. The story of their rise and fall offers a window into how left-wing politics transformed — and faltered — in the world's most populous democracy.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T04:56:25.892Z
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  Russia grants central bank authority to shoot down drones

  Russia has passed a law allowing its central bank and other financial institutions to operate defensive systems and arm staff to repel drone attacks without requiring special forces involvement. The legislation represents a significant shift in how critical financial infrastructure is protected amid the ongoing conflict.

  Politics · 2026-05-27T04:46:06.236Z