Turkey slams Charlie Hebdo’s cover of electrocuted Erdogan in tub
Government officials say the May 28 run-off will prove Erdogan's popularity as magazine's cover called 'inhumane'.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 448
As the war enters its 448th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Kim Jong Un inspects North Korea’s first military spy satellite
The reconnaissance satellite is a key part of Kim's plan to modernise and advance the country’s military prowess.
Gunmen attack convoy of US embassy personnel in Nigeria
Four people were killed in the attack and three more kidnapped, according to local police in Nigeria's Anambra State.
Pig heads, BBQs: Mosque backlash tests S Korea religious freedom
Plan to rebuild small mosque for Daegu university students has come up against a powerful conservative Christian lobby.
Maryland gun control law is latest answer to Supreme Court ruling
Legislators and judges across US are grappling with top court's ruling, which has been used to challenge restrictions.
Elon Musk warns of tough economy, says Tesla not immune
At Tesla's annual shareholder meeting, Musk said Tesla would advertise its cars, something it has never done before.
US denounces arrest of former consulate employee in Russia
Robert Shonov is being held for allegedly cooperating 'on a confidential basis' with a foreign organisation.
What to expect as the US continues with debt ceiling negotiations
Republican lawmakers continue to insist on cuts to social programmes as US debt default looms on the horizon.
One dead, 23 missing after hippo hits boat in Malawi river
The vessel, a canoe, was carrying 37 people across the Shire River when the incident took place.
Impeachment hearing begins in Ecuador against President Lasso
Lasso could trigger 'two-way death' clause in constitution, dissolving both the legislature and ending his presidency.
Pakistani government to try violent protesters under army laws
People were seen burning and attacking police, gov't buildings, official and public vehicles, and military assets.
Turkey slams election observers’ ‘lack of transparency’ comment
Ankara says remarks made in a report on Sunday's polls by European observers are 'politically charged and accusatory'.
Key takeaways from investigation of FBI’s Trump-Russia probe
US special counsel John Durham examined the FBI's 2016 investigation of possible Trump campaign collusion with Russia.
Five German gang members sentenced for Green Vault jewel heist
The thieves looted goods worth more than 113 million euros ($123m) from the Green Vault in Dresden in 2019.
France issues arrest warrant for Lebanon’s central bank chief
Riad Salameh calls the warrant a violation of law as he is investigated over corruption allegations at home and abroad.
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou signs with PFL
The 36-year-old ex-UFC heavyweight champion will fight exclusively for the Professional Fighters League in new deal.
Ukraine Supreme Court chief detained in $2.7m graft probe
Ukraine, while at war with Russia, reels from 'biggest-ever case' implicating the judiciary.
Women speak out online about reports of sexual violence in Sudan
Women have taken to social media to call out, and warn others about reported rapes being perpetrated by soldiers.
CIA urges Russians to get in touch, Moscow puts spies on alert
US agency publishes video asking Russians to leak information that could be 'more valuable than you think'.