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South Africa universities face Israel scanner as government backs Palestine
Despite mass student protests and calls from leaders, universities are dragging their feet over divestment from Israel.
Australia’s Starc fit and ready for T20 World Cup after heatwave-hit IPL
Starc took 17 wickets in 13 matches in Kolkata's title-winning run at the IPL 2024 season that lasted two months.
Indian diaspora divided as Modi’s office lobbies US fans to influence vote
Hope and anxiety grip the diaspora in US, reflecting divided sentiments about India’s future if Modi returns to power.
New Caledonia state of emergency to end as France deploys more troops
The Pacific territory has been rocked by unrest over Paris's plan to allow more Europeans the vote in provincial polls.
China urges South Korea, Japan to uphold free trade at three-way summit
Chinese Premier Li Qiang says three countries should view each other as 'partners and opportunities for development'.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan team preview
Rashid Khan's men must dig deeper in tough situations to push for a place in the ICC T20 World Cup semifinals.
At least 35 killed in Rafah after Israeli missiles hit camp for displaced
The Israeli missiles struck tents in an area to the west of Rafah city, which was supposed to be safe from attack.
North Korea plans to launch space satellite by June 4: Japan
Sanctions-breaking launch follows Pyongyang's third and successful attempt to launch a spy satellite in November.
Scarred by war children in Myanmar ‘cannot have the life they used to have’
Women and children in states such as Karenni struggle with trauma from air attacks and intense fighting.
Fewer women among top earners in UK finance since pandemic, report finds
Women make up less than 20 percent of top earners in sector, university research finds.
In pricey Hong Kong, residents flock to China for cheaper dining, shopping
Shenzhen is attracting Hong Kongers in droves with its superior entertainment options at a fraction of the cost.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 822
As the war enters its 822nd day, these are the main developments.
Lithuania’s Gitanas Nauseda declares victory in presidential election
Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte conceded defeat in the final round of the Baltic nation's presidential election.
More than 100 killed in two weeks of fighting in Sudan’s el-Fasher: MSF
Charity says more than 900 wounded in the capital of North Darfur province in fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF.
Has democratic South Africa lost its way?
Governing African National Congress faces its toughest test yet in national election.
At least 11 people, including two children, killed in US tornadoes, storms
Tornadoes and storms leave a trail of destruction in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Macron makes rare state visit to Germany to boost ties, defend democracy
For the first time in nearly a quarter of a century, a French president visits Berlin to warm frosty ties.
Cyclone Remal slams into Bangladesh coast as hundreds of thousands evacuate
At least 800,000 people evacuate their homes in low-lying coastal areas of Bangladesh as intense cyclone makes landfall.
Week in pictures: From Iran president’s funeral to tornadoes in the US
A look at some of last week’s events.
Leclerc ends Monaco jinx with dream F1 home victory
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, the only F1 driver born and raised in the area, finally wins his home race in Monte Carlo.