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As Ukraine war rages, Russia activates sabotage plans in Europe: Experts

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:17
Russia is accused of putting into effect psychological, economic and military operations planned by the USSR.

DR Congo ends impasse to appoint new government

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:12
Five-month delay since election featured an attempted coup as conflict rages in mineral-rich east.

Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy train station in Italy’s Bologna

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 11:07
Pro-Palestinian protesters in Italy have taken over a train station in Bologna to protest Israel’s war on Gaza.

Israel shrugs off UNSC bid to ‘stop the killing’ to continue Rafah assault

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:57
Israeli tanks penetrate centre of Rafah and air attacks persist across the city despite global calls to end the carnage.

G-force changes likely cause of Singapore flight injuries, probe finds

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:40
Singapore's Ministry of Transport says Boeing aircraft experienced 54-metre altitude drop during incident.

North India swelters as New Delhi records highest-ever temperature of 49.9C

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:32
Brutal weather forces schools to close in several cities and raises the risk of heatstroke for people working outdoors.

Why did global talks to fight pandemics break down?

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 09:30
Countries were fiercely opposed to proposals they said were against their national interests. But talks could resume.

At least 28 killed after bus falls into ravine in Pakistan’s Balochistan

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:36
The bus from Turbat city in southern Balochistan was headed towards the provincial capital of Quetta.

North Korea flies rubbish-filled balloons to South in ‘tit-for-tat’ attack

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 08:35
South Korea condemns ‘low-class’ attack which comes amid tensions raised by Pyongyang’s failed satellite launch.

Netherlands feared ‘great suffering’ in Gaza after UNRWA snub, memo reveals

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 07:59
Dutch officials also expressed concern about regional destabilisation, newly released documents show.

Clashes erupt at Mexico City protest against Israel’s war on Gaza

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 07:44
Police fire tear gas at protesters rallying outside the Israeli embassy in Mexico's capital.

NBA Finals: Minnesota Timberwolves beat Dallas Mavericks in Game 4

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:55
If Minnesota win the playoff series, they will become the first team in NBA history to advance after trailing 3-0.

Who is Dhruv Rathee? From Modi fan to Indian PM’s most formidable critic

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:40
When the 29-year-old YouTuber attacks Modi, he gets a bigger audience than any opposition leader. What's his secret?

Former Thailand PM Thaksin Shinawatra to go on trial for royal insult

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:21
The case relates to an interview the politician gave to South Korean media while in self-imposed exile in 2015.

‘We will win’: South Africa’s ruling ANC confident despite party ‘missteps’

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 06:15
Is the ‘freedom’ the governing party brought to South Africa still enough for voters 30 years later?

Russia plans higher taxes for rich, companies as cost of Ukraine war mounts

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 04:11
New tax thresholds and hike in corporation tax are expected to raise about 2.6 trillion rubles ($29bn) a year.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 824

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 02:59
As the war enters its 824th day, these are the main developments.

Melinda French Gates says she’s donating $1bn in support of women, families

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 02:35
Philanthropist says it is 'frustrating' that some believe it is not the right time to discus gender equality.

Haiti transitional council names Conille prime minister amid gang violence

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 01:41
Garry Conille, who briefly served in the role from 2011 to 2012, has since worked as a regional director for UNICEF.

The art project aiming to keep Australia’s Indigenous people out of jail

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 01:24
Aboriginal people make up a third of all people in Australian prisons, but The Torch is working to change that.

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