Biden orders changes to how US military handles sexual assault cases
Reforms mark the most sweeping change to the US military legal code since its creation in 1950, the White House says.
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Rights groups, opposition slam proposed cyber crime law in Jordan
The government says law will punish online attackers, but critics fear it will expand state control over social media.
South Africa’s controversial ‘race quota’ law stirs debate
Decades after the end of apartheid, severe inequality persists with almost half of Black South Africans unemployed.
Heavy rain, gusts as Typhoon Doksuri makes China landfall
Doksuri, the second typhoon to make landfall in China in less than two weeks, will move north.
Singapore executes first woman in nearly 20 years over 31 grams of heroin
Saridewi Binte Djamani hanged despite outcry from rights groups including Amnesty International.
Saudi Arabia summons Denmark’s charge d’affaires over Quran burnings
The kingdom calls for a halt to 'disgraceful acts' after spate of Quran burnings in Copenhagen.
North Korea’s Kim displays nuclear-capable missiles, drones at parade
'Victory Day' parade in Pyongyang features Hwasong-18 intercontinental ballistic missiles and attack drones.
Biden praises Italy’s Meloni on Ukraine, downplays ‘far-right’ concerns
White House downplays differences over China and LGBTQ rights as the two sides pledge to cooperate on Ukraine.
White House adviser Jake Sullivan meets Saudi crown prince for Jeddah talks
The White House said the talks focused on efforts for a 'more peaceful, secure, prosperous and stable Middle East'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 520
These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 520th day.
Trump faces new charges for allegedly ordering wiping of security footage
Updated indictment includes additional charges for maintenance worker Carlos De Oliveira and valet Walt Nauta.
Niger situation remains ‘fluid’ as army backs coup plotters
Supporters of the coup in Niger have set fire to the governing party's HQ as countries decry toppling of Mohamed Bazoum.
Russia making efforts to avert food crisis, Putin tells African nations
Russian president offers free grain to six African countries days after withdrawing from Ukraine grain export deal.
US Justice Department opens civil rights probe into Memphis policing
The investigation centres on questions of discrimination in the wake of the beating death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols.
AMLO defends Mexico’s military after report on missing students’ case
Mexican president pushes back after independent panel said armed forces 'collaborated' in 2014 disappearances.
Deadly bomb blast near Damascus Shia shrine ahead of Ashura
More than 20 others wounded after the bomb exploded near Sayeda Zeinab shrine a day before Ashura.
What comes next for Hunter Biden after plea deal derails?
US President Joe Biden's son faces a criminal case and investigations in Congress. Here's what you need to know.
Trump says his lawyers warned prosecutors against January 6 charges
Former president confirms a meeting between his legal team and the Justice Department, as Capitol riot indictment looms.
Biden offers assistance as US reels under extreme heat
US president pledges to ramp up heat-related worker protections as more than 100 million Americans affected by heatwave.
US economy grew faster than expected in Q2
Data shows sustained strength in domestic demand while inflation subsided considerably last quarter.