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US, UK launch new wave of strikes on Yemen’s Houthis amid Gaza war
The new wave of attacks comes as Houthis continue to target Israel-linked ships, demanding end to war in Gaza.
Biden sweeps South Carolina Democratic primary with ‘loser’ taunt at Trump
While Biden faced little opposition, vote being watched amid concerns on his popularity, especially among Black voters.
US presidential candidate Cornel West: ‘Biden is a war criminal’
Philosopher and independent presidential candidate Cornel West says Israel and the US are 'intertwined in genocide'.
Out of control wildfires kill dozens in Chile
Forest fires in Chile have killed more than 50 people with flames spreading throughout densely populated areas.
Do Yemen’s Houthis have their eye on Marib?
The Houthis' stance in support of Palestine is gaining accolades, could they also be looking at a domestic win?
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 121
Officials say at least 92 people have been killed overnight in Israeli attacks, including on a kindergarten in Rafah.
Namibia’s President Hage Geingob dies aged 82
The African leader announced last month that he had begun treatment for cancer.
The Sikh kitchen that feeds Manila’s moneylenders
A bustling Punjabi community space is serving up a hearty mix of Indian and Filipino food - free to everyone
Qatar wins against Uzbekistan in heated Asian Cup quarterfinal
Uzbekistan took the fight to their opponents but lost in the lottery of penalties.
People detained at Russia protest calling for troops to return from Ukraine
Reports say journalists were briefly held at protest by wives of Russian soldiers calling for their return from Ukraine.
How far will the US go in attacking Iran-linked targets in the Middle East?
Washington has carried out attacks against pro-Iran groups in Syria and Iraq.
Iran beat Japan 2-1 for a place in AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal
Iran scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty to eliminate Japan from the Asian Cup and book a place in the semifinal.
At least 150,000 protest in Berlin against Germany’s far right
Demonstrators march in German capital and other cities in fourth week of protests against Alternative for Germany party.
Sinn Fein’s Michelle O’Neill appointed Northern Ireland’s first minister
O'Neill is the first nationalist to hold the post as government returns to work after a two-year boycott by unionists.
Argentina’s lower house approves Milei’s ‘omnibus’ reform bill
The president introduced the divisive reform package in an attempt to transform the economy and the state.
Senegal’s Macky Sall postpones presidential election
The vote, originally scheduled to take place on February 25, was delayed after a dispute over the candidate list.
Pakistan’s Imran Khan, wife now get 7 years jail for marriage law violation
Verdict follows another case in which Khan and Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in prison for corruption.
Sri Lanka signs free trade deal with Thailand to revive economy
Sri Lanka seeks to foster growth after its economy contracted 3.8 percent last year, according to World Bank estimates.
Israel vs UNRWA: Deflection and deception
Israeli intelligence accuses a UN refugee agency of collusion with Hamas – and the media take it at face value.
‘Overshadow Gaza crimes’: World reacts to US attacks on Iraq and Syria
Iran, Iraq and Syria have strongly condemned the US strikes, saying they will only escalate regional tensions.