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Ukraine says Russia launched massive attack with 67 drones

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 11:42
Debris from downed drone also found near Ukraine's parliament building after overnight barrage in 11 regions.

Why are Cape fur seals in South Africa infected with rabies?

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 11:31
It’s the world’s first significant rabies infection in marine mammals. And it has scientists - and beachgoers - worried.

Evacuations ordered and airports closed as Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 10:35
Meteorological agency describes storm as 'one of the most powerful' in a decade.

Voting under way in Algeria’s presidential election

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 10:01
No major changes expected with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expected to win despite concerns about low turnout.

Why have so many school fires occurred in Kenya?

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 09:04
Arsons targeting schools have caused scores of student deaths in the past two decades.

Republican former VP Dick Cheney says he will vote for Kamala Harris

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 09:02
Republican stalwart says Donald Trump 'can never be trusted with power again'.

Boeing’s Starliner returns to Earth – leaving crew behind

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 08:11
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will remain at the International Space Station until February 2025.

‘Turn to the right’: What Macron’s choice of Barnier as PM means for France

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 07:54
By placating the far-right National Rally, Macron has given it credibility despite its election loss, say analysts.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 925

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 07:54
As the war enters its 925th day, these are the main developments.

In its presidential elections, Algeria prepares for ‘business as usual’

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 06:59
Analysts predict little change from a vote likely to confirm the incumbent.

Is there a ’60-day rule’ in the US elections? What to know in 500 words

Sat, 09/07/2024 - 00:36
Trump falsely claims the Justice Department is hamstrung in the lead-up to vote as he stares down two federal cases.

Advocates demand justice after US protester killed in Israeli gunfire

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 23:20
In the wake of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi's fatal shooting, critics question whether the US will seek justice from Israel.

New French PM vows to toughen stance on immigration, hints at tilt to right

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 21:57
Conservative Michel Barnier promises to uphold some of Macron’s policies while tackling a divided parliament.

How will the US economy shape its presidential election?

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 21:41
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are pledging strong economic policies if elected in November.

Attacks on India’s Muslims continue under BJP-led coalition

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 20:38
Muslims in India say a new era of inclusiveness failed to materialise after this year's elections.

Trump’s sentencing in hush money case delayed until after election

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 20:26
Trump, the Republican candidate in a tightly contested November presidential race, called the case a 'political attack'.

Teen and father in Georgia school shooting appear in court for first time

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 19:43
Fourteen-year-old Colt Gray and his father Colin Gray both face murder charges following a shooting at a US high school.

UK doctor: ‘80% of Gaza victims I treated were children’

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 19:41
This UK doctor has just returned from Gaza and says she was shocked by the number of children she operated on.

Road blocks lifted as Colombia reaches deal with striking truckers

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 18:52
For days, truckers had blocked roads in protest against the end of COVID-era fuel subsidies, snarling transport.

Witness: Israeli forces kill US and Turkish citizen in occupied West Bank

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 18:40
Israeli forces fatally shot dual American and Turkish citizen Aysenur Ezgi Eygi at a demonstration.

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