Violent incidents mark final days of Turkey’s election campaign
Attacks on politicians and election workers have marred the last few weeks of campaigning before Sunday's votes.
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Turkey’s opposition opens up to the hijab
The CHP used to back a ban on the hijab in public life in Turkey. It's changed its tone, but not everyone trusts it.
What Turkey’s elections mean for Sweden’s NATO membership
After months of waiting, Swedish hopes are high for Turkey's ratification after Sunday's vote.
Sudan’s army and RSF fight on after ceasefire talks fail
Heavy fighting reported in the capital after leaders agree to protect civilians but not on a truce.
In earthquake epicentre, Turkey’s Erdogan remains popular
Elections on Sunday may bring sweeping change to Turkey, but in an earthquake zone many will vote for the president.
UK extradites Autonomy co-founder Mike Lynch to US
The tech entrepreneur faces 20 years in prison for fraud over HP's $11bn acquisition of UK software firm Autonomy.
Thailand election: Who could become the next prime minister?
Voting is set for Sunday, with progressive parties calling for reforms to the monarchy and military.
Why are Imran Khan’s supporters angry with Pakistan’s military?
Recent protests over the former prime minister's dramatic arrest have largely been directed at the army.
Trump appeals sexual abuse verdict, victim considers new lawsuit
Former US President Donald Trump is appealing against a $5m award to a woman that a jury found he had sexually abused.
Astronomers identify largest cosmic explosion ever observed
The explosion - AT2021lwx - is a fireball 100 times the size of our Solar System and 10 times brighter than a supernova.
Confusion, resolve at US-Mexico border as Title 42 formally ends
Experts say new restrictions at US-Mexico border will continue to impede access to asylum as contentious policy expires.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 443
As the war enters its 443rd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Russia denies Ukraine push in Bakhmut, UK to send cruise missiles
The UK announced it will provide Storm Shadow long-range missiles to Ukraine for its defence against Russia.
In Thailand’s north, opposition vies for votes in skewed system
Pheu Thai and MFP should be allies but the military's outsized election influence forces them to fight for every seat.
‘Glorious day’: Philippines’ Leila de Lima acquitted in drug case
Former senator and fierce critic of Rodrigo Duterte moves step closer to freedom after six years in detention.
Russian woman convicted of ‘desecrating’ grave of Putin’s parents
Irina Tsybaneva, 60, left a note on the grave of Putin's parents that said they had raised a 'monster and a murderer'.
Pakistan’s reeling economy takes new hit from protests
Firms and gig workers see losses piling up amid internet shutdowns in big cities.
Rival factions in Sudan agree to protect civilians: US official
The two sides agree to allow humanitarian aid to conflict-ridden Sudan but struggle to reach a ceasefire.
Charred bodies, burned homes: A ‘campaign of terror’ in Myanmar
Satellite images show villages reduced to ashes in Myanmar's Sagaing. Survivors say the military is to blame.
Man who placed subway performer in fatal chokehold to be charged
Daniel Penny faces a charge of manslaughter in the death of Jordan Neely, a subway performer experiencing homelessness.