US concerns over Israel's potential invasion of Rafah are overlooked as the weapons to secure its end are provided.

76 years on from the Nakba, Palestinians continue to demand their right of return after they were expelled in 1948.

Waibhav Anil Kale is the first international UN staff killed since October 7 in the besieged Palestinian territory.

Isolated Putin to meet Xi to rally support for the war, but cautious China is wary of punitive measures from the West.

Request for tank ammunition, tactical vehicles for Israel despite Biden's earlier pause on bombs over Rafah assault.

Prabir Purkayastha was arrested last year after NYT report said outlet was backed by network pushing Chinese propaganda.

Netiporn Sanesangkhom had been in jail since her arrest in January under Thailand's strict royal defamation laws.

The measure, described as authoritarian and Russian inspired, was approved despite warnings from the EU and the US.

Brunson's 44 points gave the Knicks a 121-91 win over Pacers, while MVP Jokic led the Nuggets to victory in Game 5.

Indiana Fever lost 92-71 to Connecticut Sun in the season opener that was sold out for Clark's debut game in the WNBA.

Munro was renowned for her short stories, which focussed on the frailties of the human condition.

Two-thirds of India's unemployed youth are educated — a fraction which has doubled since 2000.

Plan to expand electoral roll gets go-ahead as New Caledonia rocked by worst unrest in more than 30 years.

As the war enters its 811th day, these are the main developments.

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The US president said China's financial support for its businesses was 'cheating' and not competition.

Former Trump lawyer faces cross-examination in New York after accusing ex-president of taking part in hush-money scheme.

Right-wing parties are expected to perform well, according to pre-election polls.

UN says more half a million people displaced in recent days as Israeli troops press assaults in north and south Gaza.

King Charles unveils his first portrait since his coronation.