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North Korea plans to launch space satellite by June 4: Japan

Around The Globe - Mon, 05/27/2024 - 03:44
Sanctions-breaking launch follows Pyongyang's third and successful attempt to launch a spy satellite in November.

Scarred by war children in Myanmar ‘cannot have the life they used to have’

Around The Globe - Mon, 05/27/2024 - 03:37
Women and children in states such as Karenni struggle with trauma from air attacks and intense fighting.

Fewer women among top earners in UK finance since pandemic, report finds

Around The Globe - Mon, 05/27/2024 - 03:35
Women make up less than 20 percent of top earners in sector, university research finds.

In pricey Hong Kong, residents flock to China for cheaper dining, shopping

Around The Globe - Mon, 05/27/2024 - 02:36
Shenzhen is attracting Hong Kongers in droves with its superior entertainment options at a fraction of the cost.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 822

Around The Globe - Mon, 05/27/2024 - 02:08
As the war enters its 822nd day, these are the main developments.

Lithuania’s Gitanas Nauseda declares victory in presidential election

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 22:05
Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte conceded defeat in the final round of the Baltic nation's presidential election.

More than 100 killed in two weeks of fighting in Sudan’s el-Fasher: MSF

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 22:02
Charity says more than 900 wounded in the capital of North Darfur province in fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF.

Has democratic South Africa lost its way?

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 21:37
Governing African National Congress faces its toughest test yet in national election.

At least 11 people, including two children, killed in US tornadoes, storms

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 19:33
Tornadoes and storms leave a trail of destruction in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Macron makes rare state visit to Germany to boost ties, defend democracy

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 19:18
For the first time in nearly a quarter of a century, a French president visits Berlin to warm frosty ties.

Cyclone Remal slams into Bangladesh coast as hundreds of thousands evacuate

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 19:18
At least 800,000 people evacuate their homes in low-lying coastal areas of Bangladesh as intense cyclone makes landfall.

Week in pictures: From Iran president’s funeral to tornadoes in the US

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 17:34
A look at some of last week’s events.

Leclerc ends Monaco jinx with dream F1 home victory

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 17:30
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, the only F1 driver born and raised in the area, finally wins his home race in Monte Carlo.

Twelve injured as Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Dublin hits turbulence

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 17:02
Dublin airport authorities say six passengers and six crew members were injured after flight hit turbulence over Turkey.

Why is the West divided over Palestinian statehood?

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 16:30
Despite talk of two states, historian Yazid Sayigh says the US has no real plans leading to Palestinian independence.

Hamas fires rockets at Israel’s Tel Aviv, causing first sirens for months

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 16:15
The Israeli army has said that eight rockets were fired from Gaza, targeting central Israel, including Tel Aviv.

Russia strikes crowded store in Ukraine’s Kharkiv

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 15:04
This is the moment Russian strikes hit a crowded store in Kharkiv, killing at least four people.

Remembering Palestinian journalist Amna Homaid

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 14:59
Israeli Channel 14 aired her photo, claiming she was a 'terrorist'. A few weeks later an Israeli missile killed her.

What’s happened in Gaza since ICJ ordered Israel stop Rafah assault?

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 14:54
Israel has continued to bomb Rafah despite the ICJ ruling on Friday that ordered Israel to halt its operations there.

Hamas armed wing fires barrage of rockets at Tel Aviv from Gaza

Around The Globe - Sun, 05/26/2024 - 14:51
Hamas armed wing, the Qassam Brigades, have launched a barrage of missiles from southern Gaza towards Tel Aviv.

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