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Schumer, Pelosi ramp up pressure on Biden over 2024 election bid: Reports

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 06:54
Reports come as Congressman Adam Schiff became the most prominent Democrat to publicly urge Biden to step aside.

At RNC, Trump’s VP pick JD Vance hails boss as fighter who cares

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:57
Vice presidential candidate JD Vance criticises Biden on support for free trade and overseas wars.

China halts nuclear arms talks with US over Taiwan support

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 04:26
Beijing said US weapons sales to Taiwan has 'compromised atmosphere' for continued talks on nuclear non-proliferation.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 874

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 03:00
As the war enters its 874th day, these are the main developments.

Why did Republican Donald Trump choose JD Vance as his vice president?

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 02:44
Experts say Vance will likely not persuade swing-state voters, but he will energise Trump's far-right base of support.

Biden tests positive for COVID, cancels Las Vegas campaign event

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 00:47
White House says the US president has 'mild symptoms' and will self-isolate at his home in Delaware.

Hong Kong journalist group head says fired by WSJ in press freedom row

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 23:53
Hong Kong journalists work in a narrowing space after drastic political changes were introduced in the last few years.

US special counsel appeals dismissal of Trump’s secret documents case

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 21:54
Former president and Republican 2024 nominee is accused of mishandling classified government files at his Florida home.

What can be expected from the new UK government?

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 21:44
Labour government lays out its legislative plans as king opens Parliament.

UN chief slams Israel for dooming prospects for two-state solution

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 21:36
Antonio Guterres says recent developments in West Bank are 'driving a stake through the heart' of a two-state solution.

Paris mayor takes dip in ‘safe to swim Seine’ ahead of Olympics

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 20:59
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swam in the Seine as the river was declared safe for swimming, days ahead of the Olympics.

Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 20:40
Even as many chip stocks were hammered, companies with chip manufacturing operations in the US gained.

Top Democrat Adam Schiff calls on Biden to drop out of 2024 election race

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 20:26
A new poll also finds nearly two-thirds of US Democrats believe Biden should allow the party to pick a new candidate.

Gaza is ‘most documented genocide in history,’ says Palestinian UN rep

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 20:23
“What is happening in Gaza is going down as the most documented genocide in history."

King’s Speech charts out new UK government’s priorities

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 19:46
New Labour government says it is prioritising reviving the economy, acute housing shortage and a cost-of-living crisis.

Syrian farmers with shotguns target explosive-laden drones

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 18:54
Simple Iranian-linked drones rigged with explosives are becoming increasingly common in Syria.

Libya, Tunisia urge Europe to increase aid to help tackle migration crisis

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 18:36
North African countries seek assistance at Tripoli conference to help stem flow of refugees and migrants.

Italy watchdog investigates Armani, Dior after worker exploitation probes

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 18:30
Antitrust authority carried out searches on Tuesday at the companies of the Armani and Dior groups.

Why does Israel step up its attacks when Gaza ceasefire talks advance?

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 18:14
Israel has a history of deploying this tactic to apply pressure on its opponents and act with impunity, experts say.

Police fire tear gas as Bangladesh protests against job quotas rage

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 18:13
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina vows to punish those responsible for the deaths of six people at protests.

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