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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 996

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 07:12
As the war enters its 996th day, these are the main developments.

Germany thrash Bosnia 7-0; Netherlands beat Hungary 4-0 in Nations League

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 06:42
Netherlands's win was halted due to a medical emergency on Hungary's assistant coach Adam Szalai.

A day in the life of a New Delhi roadside barber

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 06:33
They come from far and wide to provide affordable haircuts and grooming services to the city’s labourers.

Yasser and Fathi Arafat remembered, 20 years after their deaths

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 06:19
Tarek Arafat tells what it was like to grow up with a famous father and even more famous uncle.

At APEC 2024, Chinese leader Xi tells Biden he’s ‘ready to work’ with Trump

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 04:11
While Chinese President Xi Jinping never mentioned Trump by name, his message emphasised need for 'mutual respect'.

What have Trump administration nominees said about Israel and its wars?

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 03:00
While pro-Israel views are common in US politics, Trump's picks signal support for far-right Israeli aspirations.

Israel escalates Lebanon bombardment as officials considers ceasefire plan

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 21:56
The Israeli military said the attacks were directed at Hezbollah infrastructure, including a weapons storage facility.

Eight killed in stabbing attack at school in eastern China, police say

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 21:45
Suspect arrested after attack at the Wuxi Vocational Institute of Arts and Technology in Yixing county, police say.

How will Donald Trump’s cabinet picks affect his foreign policy?

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 21:43
The US president-elect nominates controversial figures for key posts.

Israeli air raid on Gaza City school-turned-shelter kills 10 people

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 20:22
The strike took place at a UN-run school in Gaza City's Shati refugee camp.

G7 backs Ukraine as Zelenskyy says he wants to end war next year

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 18:27
Ukraine president says Kyiv will do everything possible so the war with Russia ends in 2025 'through diplomatic means'.

Media bias, inaccuracy and the violence in Amsterdam

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 15:18
What one night of violence revealed about the western media’s failings on Israel and Palestine.

Zambia’s Kariba Dam crisis is one of inequality

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 14:27
For far too long the Zambian and other African governments have prioritised urban over rural communities.

Georgia election body confirms ruling party’s disputed win amid protests

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 14:22
Head of Central Electoral Commission is doused with black paint during unruly session as protesters gathered outside.

Hits don’t match the hype in disappointing Tyson vs Paul fight

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 14:03
Booing fans, a weary 58-year-old fighter and lack of aggression mar one of the most hyped boxing fights of the year.

Gabon votes in referendum on new constitution after military coup last year

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 13:31
Transitional leader urges voters to back draft charter, which proposes changes that include presidential term limits.

Volunteers mobilise as South Africa says it will rescue trapped miners

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 12:29
Government initially closed a shaft to deprive undocumented miners it called 'criminal' of food, water and medicine.

Philippines evacuates thousands as Super Typhoon Man-yi nears

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 11:11
President Marcos directs government to prepare for 'worst-case scenario', with millions at risk from storm surges.

Four-time champions Ghana out of AFCON 2025 after 1-1 draw with Angola

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 10:58
The Black Stars needed two wins in their last two qualifying games and are now left at bottom place in Group F.

Dutch coalition gov’t survives after minister quits over Amsterdam violence

Sat, 11/16/2024 - 10:23
Junior Finance Minister Nora Achahbar unexpectedly resigned to protest alleged racist comments by some cabinet members.

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