Concerns raised over Myanmar’s ailing Aung San Suu Kyi
Several countries raised questions and concerns over the health of Suu Kyi at ASEAN summit, a US official says.
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What are depleted uranium munitions and why is US sending them to Ukraine?
Washington defends transfer of depleted uranium munitions amid criticism from Moscow and concerns over their effects.
Sudan’s army chief al-Burhan meets Qatar’s Sheikh Tamim in diplomatic push
Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan meets Qatar's emir as Sudan conflict rages, pledges 'defeat of the rebellion'.
Fears of escalation grow as dozens die in SDF-militia fighting in Syria
Arab tribesmen blame violence on 'years-long discrimination' by the SDF in northeast Syria.
Opposition supporters saddened as tribunal upholds President Tinubu’s win
Nigerian opposition supporters say the tribunal's ruling was expected but were nevertheless waiting for a surprise.
Death toll rises to four in Greece after floods, more than 800 rescued
Swift water rescuers and divers from disaster response units and the army are participating in rescue efforts.
Determination, hope and longing in the Tunisians fighting for a better life
'I met this guy, with a baby. I asked: 'Why are you here with a baby?' He said: 'Either we die here, or in Tunisia.'
‘Islamophobic policy’: French high school goes on strike over abaya ban
Teachers and students of a school in the Seine-Saint-Denis suburb are protesting against the government's new measures.
Nigerian opposition to appeal tribunal’s presidential vote ruling
The election tribunal had dismissed their petitions and upheld the victory of President Tinubu in the February polling.
‘Lifeline for Gaza’: Businesses raise concerns after Israel halts exports
The Karem Abu Salem crossing is the sole passage for the transport of goods, fuel and aid between Israel and Gaza.
Four soldiers, 12 TTP fighters killed in northwest Pakistan
The outlawed TTP group claims responsibility for the attack in Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Video shows convict Danelo Cavalcante escaping from US jail by crab-walking
Danelo Cavalcante, a 34-year-old Brazilian national, was jailed for fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend in 2021.
Did a report really say masks don’t help prevent the spread of COVID?
A report from early 2023, which some claim questions the efficacy of masks, has resurfaced amid a rise in new variants.
Fake experts praising Bangladesh gov’t in media before elections: AFP probe
Agency analyses over 700 articles with bylines attributed to 35 names, all of which appeared for first time last year.
Photos: Arbaeen, one of the world’s largest annual pilgrimages in Iraq
The annual event sees millions of pilgrims from around the world gather in Karbala for the Arbaeen commemoration.
UK hunts for soldier Daniel Khalife after Wandsworth prison escape
Daniel Abed Khalife, 21, goes missing from Wandsworth prison before his trial on terror-related charges.
Hurricane Lee forecast to become ‘extremely dangerous’ by Friday
Large oceans swells are expected to reach the Lesser Antilles, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico through the weekend.
Rwanda police arrest serial killer suspect after finding bodies in kitchen
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau said the suspect told the police he learned to kill from watching famous serial killers.
Photos: Flooding in Brazil leaves at least 31 dead and 2,300 homeless
Many victims were in houses that were washed away, trapped in cars or shocked by electrical wires.
Rolling Stones unveil new album Hackney Diamonds, first in 18 years
Jagger, Richards and Wood revealed the details of their first album of original music in 18 years in London.