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‘Major non-NATO ally’: What does Biden’s new Kenya pledge mean?

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 14:18
Here's more about the non-NATO ally designation, promised to Kenya during President Ruto's Washington visit.

Why are Gen Z broke?

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 14:00
We look at why Gen Z about the world are broke and whether they deserve the bad reputation for their lifestyle choices.

Iran army finds no sign of foul play so far in Raisi helicopter crash

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 13:58
Preliminary report says no evidence of criminal activity but investigators signal the probe is not yet over.

Patients in Gaza’s Al-Aqsa Hospital at ‘risk of death’ amid fuel shortages

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 13:21
Israel's months-long siege of Gaza has either destroyed or left most hospitals in the besieged strip out of service.

Remote workers quietly take 'workations’ without telling the boss

Technology - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 12:34
Study finds 1 in 3 secretly travel while working remotely

Armenia returns four border villages to Azerbaijan as part of deal

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 12:17
PM Pashinyan has called deal a ‘milestone’ on road to peace between the rivals, but protesters accuse him of betrayal.

Healthcare in Syria is at risk of collapse

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 12:06
Stakeholders gathering in Brussels on Monday must take urgent action to enable meaningful change.

South Africa elections 2024: Ten key people who could shape it

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 11:44
Elections in the country are won based on party popularity but some personalities are driving the discourse.

Who is Jomboy, the American baseball pundit making cricket fun for newbies?

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 11:36
From breaking down bowling spells for fun on a podcast, Jimmy O’Brien has become the new voice of cricket in the US.

Africa’s cholera crisis worsens amid extreme weather events

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 11:35
In Southern and East Africa, more than 6,000 people have died since a series of cholera outbreaks began in late 2021.

Jeremy Corbyn to run as an independent in UK general election

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 10:46
The 74-year-old will stand in his constituency of Islington North after being dropped from Labour candidate shortlist.

After northern distraction, Russia steps up attacks on Ukraine’s east

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 10:22
Ukrainian defenders hold the line and strike back at Russian ports, airfields and refineries.

US pressure could derail ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 10:16
Court faces pressure after chief prosecutor announces he is seeking to arrest Israeli leaders for actions in Gaza.

India chemical factory fire kills at least eight, injures dozens

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 09:59
Police file culpable homicide charges, including negligence in handling toxic substances, against factory owners.

Video shows aftermath of deadly landslide in Papua New Guinea

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 09:52
Dozens of people are feared dead after a “massive” landslide swept through a village in northern Papua New Guinea.

Singapore Airlines changes seatbelt rules, route after fatal turbulence

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 09:17
Airline says it has adopted 'more cautious approach' after incident that killed one person and injured dozens.

Doctors struggle in darkness as Gaza hospital generators shut down

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 09:15
Doctors at a key hospital in central Gaza have been forced to operate in darkness.

Japan, South Korea announce sanctions over Russia-North Korea arms trade

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 09:05
Pyongyang is accused of sending thousands of containers of munitions to Moscow for its use in the war against Ukraine.

India Lok Sabha election 2024 Phase 6: Who votes and what’s at stake?

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 08:13
Voters from eight states and union territories will cast their ballots to elect 58 MPs in the sixth phase of polling.

Chad’s Deby sworn in as president as Allamaye Halina named new PM

Around The Globe - Fri, 05/24/2024 - 08:07
Inauguration of Mahamat Idriss Deby follows disputed election and marks an end to three years of military rule.

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