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Jimmy Carter: Nobel-winning humanitarian and ex-US president dies aged 100

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 22:39
Carter served just one-term in the White House, but became one of the most active former presidents in US history.

Tributes pour in after US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 22:18
Oldest living president served only one term but has been hailed for his post-White House philanthropy and advocacy.

Why are relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan so tense?

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 21:40
Afghanistan hits several targets in Pakistan in retaliation for air strikes last week.

Incumbent Milanovic to win Croatia’s presidential election: Early results

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 21:36
Opposition Social Democrats' candidate on track to win second term in office, according to preliminary results.

Syria’s de facto leader says holding elections could take up to four years

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 20:29
It's the first time Ahmed al-Sharaa has commented on an electoral timeline since ousting longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad.

Who is Hussam Abu Safia, director of key Gaza hospital detained by Israel?

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 19:59
Head of one of northern Gaza's last partially functioning hospitals arrested as Israeli military raids the facility.

South Africa beat Pakistan in tense finish to enter Test championship final

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 19:03
South Africa seal their place in World Test Championship final with a two-wicket win.

Beyond the US election: Seven stories that shaped the Americas in 2024

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 18:31
The region has faced economic crises, a disputed vote in Venezuela, gangs in Haiti and cartel violence in Mexico.

Azerbaijani leader asks Russia to ‘admit guilt’ in plane crash

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 18:00
Ilham Aliyev accuses Russia of firing at Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft and trying to cover up cause of disaster.

The world should not forget Afghanistan

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 17:52
In 2024, Afghanistan's multiple crises worsened, and yet little help was extended to it. Afghans feel abandoned.

Is China worried about Trump’s threats of a trade war?

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 17:30
Chinese analyst Victor Gao argues that the US will not be able to stop China’s growth.

Twenty-day-old baby dies of cold in Gaza, fifth such fatality this winter

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 17:08
Jumaa al-Batran is fifth infant to die from winter-related causes as Israeli genocide causes harsh living conditions.

Senegal’s foreign minister on sovereignty, alliances, and change

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 15:28
Yassine Fall discusses Senegal’s vision for economic independence and diplomacy.

Calls for Israel to release director of Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 14:50
Israel’s raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital has been condemned amid demands to release director whose whereabouts are unknown.

Private school tax breaks a 'luxury', says Phillipson

Education - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 14:16
The education secretary defends ending tax breaks for private schools as the policy is set to begin.

Video: Georgia’s new president sworn in as predecessor refuses to step down

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 14:07
Mikheil Kavelashvili has been sworn in as Georgia’s new president in parliament.

Bumrah gives India a shot at victory, but Australia lead by 333

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 13:18
Australia's tail pushes the lead past 300 on fourth day of fourth Test but Jasprit Bumrah keeps Indian hopes alive.

How ‘scientist’ whales are helping uncover the secrets of climate change

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 13:01
Southern right whales are thriving again. Now they face an even bigger threat – the Anthropocene era.

Voting under way in Chad’s contentious parliamentary election

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 12:58
Voters to choose a new parliament, provincial assemblies and local councils but the opposition has called for a boycott.

Video: Jeju Air plane crashes and explodes during landing in South Korea

Around The Globe - Sun, 12/29/2024 - 12:37
A plane crash has killed almost everyone on board the South Korean Jeju Air Flight 2216.

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