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Russian attacks on Ukraine power grid probably violate humanitarian law: UN

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:51
The UN monitoring body says the Russian air attacks pose risks to Ukraine's public health, education and wider economy.

Lebanese people talk about fears after pager and walkie-talkie explosions

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:51
Two days of random explosions have made some people nervous, others ditch their walkie-talkies, but some remain defiant.

Vietnam tycoon Truong My Lan, sentenced to death, faces new fraud trial

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:40
As part of major state anticorruption drive, she was convicted in April for her role in a $12.5bn financial fraud case.

Sri Lanka’s tea estate workers courted by presidential candidates

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:24
Trouble brews before presidential election as long-marginalised group says it's heard the candidates' promises before.

UN demands Israel end occupation of Palestine: How did your country vote?

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 10:12
The UNGA nonbinding measure has been backed by 124 of the 181 member states - but 43 members abstain.

UN General Assembly overwhelmingly calls for end of Israeli occupation

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 09:34
This is what happened as the UN voted to back a resolution calling for Israel to end its illegal occupation.

Australia’s social media ban for minors: Has this worked elsewhere?

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 09:03
Multiple countries have tried but failed to effectively curb social media access. Will Australia's attempt be different?

AI needs ‘global governance’, cannot be left to market, UN panel says

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:55
Expert body makes seven recommendations on regulating AI, including establishment of fund to help developing countries.

Child dies after stabbing near Japanese school in China

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:52
Japan condemns 'despicable act' committed against the 10-year-old who was on his way to the Shenzhen Japanese School.

Video: White House spokesman pressed on what US knew about Lebanon attacks

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:46
US official John Kirby refused to answer questions on whether the US was informed prior to the attacks on Hezbollah.

World reacts to UN vote calling on Israel to end Palestinian occupation

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:44
UNGA resolution, backed by 124 countries, makes it clear that occupation ‘cannot be allowed to continue any longer’.

Lebanon explosions raise alarm about supply chain security, safety of tech

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:19
At least 32 people were killed when thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies detonated in attacks blamed on Israel.

Joshua vs Dubois: Heavyweight champ Dubois relishes shot at boxing stardom

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 07:50
Underdog Daniel Dubois is out to prove his worth and cement his name as the IBF champion when he faces Anthony Joshua.

Thailand to prosecute eight over 2004 Tak Bai deaths

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:57
The incident remains one of the deadliest in the long-running armed rebellion in Thailand's southern provinces.

US says Iran hackers sent stolen Trump campaign emails to Biden’s team

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:47
There is currently nothing to indicate recipients replied but Trump's campaign is asking Biden's team 'to come clean'.

Students opt for yoga and pets in 'sober Freshers' Week'

Education - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:38
What used to be a booze-fuelled week of club nights has become a more gentle introduction to university life.

North Korea says it tested new ballistic missile with ‘super-large’ warhead

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:23
Kim Jong Un attends launches, stressing the need for North Korea to improve its conventional and nuclear capabilities.

Haiti sets up council to prepare for first elections since 2016

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:54
Country is mired in political strife with international peacekeepers drafted in to restore stability.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 937

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 03:01
As the war enters its 937th day, these are the main developments.

Battered by typhoons: Why aren’t Philippine flood control projects working?

Around The Globe - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 02:43
Manila has spent billions of dollars on flood mitigation projects but few have been completed.

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