US presidential candidate DeSantis unveils tough immigration plan
Republican leader's plan calls to end birthright citizenship and send US forces to Mexico to combat drug trafficking.
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US top court unfreezes Black voting rights lawsuit in Louisiana
Supreme Court ruling comes after civil rights groups had argued redrawn electoral map diluted Black residents' votes.
US gov’t details plans for $42bn investment for internet access
The administration estimates there are some 8.5 million locations in the US that lack access to broadband connections.
Qatar emir talks to Putin after Wagner mutiny in Russia
Sheikh Tamim calls for 'resolving differences through dialogue and diplomatic means' in phone call with Russian leader.
Hezbollah says it downed Israeli drone in southern Lebanon
Lebanon’s Hezbollah group says its fighters shot down an Israeli drone near the border with Israel.
The Berlin Airlift and the new Cold War
Stalin’s decision to blockade West Berlin was a defining moment of the Cold War that reverberates to this day.
Shell pipeline spill fouls farms, river in Nigeria’s Niger Delta
The spill has contaminated farmland and a river, upending livelihoods in the oil-rich Niger Delta.
Russia defence chief Shoigu appears in video after Wagner revolt
Footage of Sergey Shoigu visiting troops in Ukraine airs after rebellion led by mercenary boss seeking his removal.
Eid al-Adha greeting in different languages
Eid al-Adha is celebrated on the third day of Hajj. Here is how to wish someone Eid Mubarak in various languages.
Erdogan tells NATO chief Sweden must stop Kurdish protests
Turkey objects to Sweden's bid to join the Western military alliance, claiming the country harbours 'terrorists'.
Deadly floods in Chile after rains swell rivers
Days of heavy rainfall swell Chile's rivers, causing deadly floods as the country sees the worst weather front in a decade.
How did this year’s pilgrims get chosen for Hajj?
This year many prospective pilgrims have been selected for the Hajj on a 'priority basis' instead of a lottery system.
Police fire tear gas at Sierra Leone opposition after vote
One person was severely wounded after police surrounded the APC headquarters during a post-election news conference.
UN report says cocaine market booming as meth trafficking spreads
Globally, more than 296 million people used drugs in 2021, an increase of 23 percent since 2011, the UN report says.
Analysis: Iraq’s new budget may hamper more than it helps
This year’s budget is Iraq’s largest at 198.9 trillion dinars ($153bn) with the same allocated for 2024 and 2025.
Russia’s ‘internal affair’: China plays down Wagner mutiny impact
Beijing stresses 'national stability' as state media reports the collapse of the Wagner revolt strengthened Putin.
Australian court dismisses Russia bid to stop embassy eviction
Squatter seen leaving the site near Parliament House that the government has vetoed as a security risk.
Australia announces new $74m assistance package to Ukraine
The money will go towards providing new military vehicles but funds are also being sent for humanitarian needs.
North Korea holds rallies denouncing ‘imperialist US’
Tens of thousands attend events in Pyongyang as country marks the anniversary of the start of the Korean War in 1950.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 488
As the war enters it 488th day, these are the main developments.