Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index is at its highest in more than 30 years.

In annual State of the Nation Address, President Ramaphosa addressed domestic issues and Israel's war on Gaza.

A test of ChatGPT's capabilities to create false information finds the chatbot spreads more disinformation in Chinese, says media watchdog NewsGuard. VOA's Robin Guess has more. VOA footage by Michael Eckels, Roy Kim.

Growing fears among more than a million displaced people in Rafah as Israel threatens large operation in the city.

The scale of destruction across Gaza has been described as being among the worst in modern history.

International negotiations continue on a possible ceasefire.

Two titans of space travel team up to study our planet's health. Plus, a Russian cosmonaut breaks the record for the most time in space, and sky gazers in North America will get a treat in coming months. VOA's Arash Arabasadi brings us The Week in Space.

Satellite images show a dramatic increase in the number of tents of displaced people in Rafah.

The operation also targeted some of Bolsonaro's closest allies, including his son Carlos, former ministers, and aides.

Students in the UK held protests demanding institutions withdraw support for companies providing weapons to Israel

Despite record job growth, they are not necessarily well-paying sustainable jobs that meet the cost of living surge.

Aid organisations say more shelters, medicine and basic supplies are desperately needed.

Kremlin says the two spoke about creating a 'multipolar, fairer world order' in face of US-led efforts to contain them.

Four billion people worldwide have voted or are scheduled to do so in national elections through 2024. While the candidates and issues differ in each country, one common concern is the use of generative artificial intelligence in disinformation campaigns. VOA’s Valdya Baraputri has the story.

President Zelenskyy thanks General Valerii Zaluzhnyi for his service, says he should remain 'on his team'.

In England, 234 schools have been confirmed to contain reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac).

Bomb blasts and the suspension of mobile services marred Pakistan's election. Results could start coming within hours.

The east European nation is home to a paid scheme that allows either parent to look after their infant up to two years.

Brianna Ghey's mum Esther has said children under 16 should not be able to access social media apps.

Esther Ghey says her priority is to create a "lasting legacy" for Brianna with her mindfulness campaign.