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‘Slank U’: Indonesian presidential candidates try to harness power of music
Hugely-popular band Slank have endorsed presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo but fans could be more fickle.
Malaysia prepares for ‘hands-on’ king as Johor Sultan takes the throne
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar will be installed as the country's 17th king under a unique rotational monarchy.
South Korea’s stunning comeback breaks Saudi Arabian hearts
Saudi Arabia dominated for much of the last 16 Asian Cup clash but South Korea emerged victorious on penalties.
‘Frog being boiled’: US troop deaths in Jordan incite Republican Iran hawks
Political rhetoric heats up as Biden says he has decided response to deadly drone strike blamed on Iran-aligned group.
South Korea beat Saudi Arabia on penalties to reach Asian Cup last eight
South Korea and Australia will now go head-to-head in the quarterfinals on Friday.
What’s behind the renewed violence on South Sudan’s border with Sudan?
More than 50 people were killed in the violence along the border between Sudan and South Sudan.
Spain parliament votes against Catalan separatist amnesty bill
In exchange for parliamentary support PM Sanchez agreed to the law to allow him to form a minority leftist government.
Venezuela accuses US of ‘blackmail’ over sanctions
The US reimposed sanctions after a ban blocking the candidacy of the opposition in Venezuela's elections was upheld.
Remains of dozens of Palestinians released for burial by Israel
A mass burial was held in Rafah for dozens of Palestinians whose remains were returned to Gaza by Israel.
Northern Ireland agreement could end deadlock, restore government
The political deadlock in the region began after the UK left the European Union.
Iran summons British ambassador as tensions soar
UK has sanctioned Iranian officials and accused Iran-backed groups of attacking a US base in Jordan.
Biden says he has decided Jordan strike response, doesn’t want wider war
The US president says he does not wish to trigger a regional war but will respond to the attack on US troops.
Jordan drone strike: Is the US being pulled into another Mid East war?
Sunday's attack that killed three US servicemen was the latest chapter in a war Trump started more than five years ago.
Ethiopia’s dangerous game in East Africa could spark conflict
A recent Ethiopian agreement with breakaway Somaliland threatens to destabilise the whole region.
France announces new measures in bid to quell farmers protests
French farmers have been protesting against insufficient pay, EU regulations and unfair competition from cheap imports.
‘We are obliged to end the war’: A new Russian unit fights for Ukraine
The Siberian Battalion features a diverse set of fighters who risk Russia's wrath by joining the 'enemy'.
What is the cypher case that led to jail term for Pakistan’s Imran Khan?
Pakistan's former prime minister is jailed for 10 years in cypher case less than two weeks ahead of general elections.
Despite lawsuits, monopoly may keep Boeing’s business intact
Boeing and Alaska Airlines stare at lawsuits while Boeing clients are contemplating a business without certain planes.
At least 10 killed in overnight attack by Baloch rebels in Pakistan
Six members of a rebel armed group and four security officers killed in the overnight gun battle in the remote province.
US and China talk on fentanyl trafficking
Talks come amid years of deterioration in relations on issues including COVID-19, human rights and Taiwan.