US grants extradition of Peru’s former President Alejandro Toledo
Toledo, who was Peru's president from 2001 to 2006, is accused of taking bribes in extensive corruption scandal.
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S Korea breaks record for world’s lowest fertility rate, again
The number of babies expected per woman in South Korea dropped to 0.78 last year, down from 0.81 a year earlier.
With minutes to pack as bombs fell, this is what they took
As Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago, thousands rushed to leave. These are the objects they brought with them.
Seattle becomes first US city to ban caste discrimination
Advocates have long argued that pre-existing federal anti-discrimination laws do not extend to caste.
Not an era for war, says India as G20 finance meet begins
India says it is time for dialogue and diplomacy as G20 finance officials meet near the southern city of Bengaluru.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 364
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 364th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Saudi Arabia deposits $1bn in Yemen’s Aden-based central bank
The deposit comes as the Saudi-backed administration struggles to handle weak currency and high fuel prices.
Iran blames US for delay in prisoner swap deal
It remains unclear whether an agreement can be finalised as Tehran maintains Washington is acting in bad faith.
China, Japan hold first security talks in four years
Beijing and Tokyo square off over military buildup, Russia and spy balloons in first security dialogue in four years.
N Korea paper warns against ‘poisoned candy’ amid food shortages
The Rodong Sinmun warns against accepting external help amid reports North Korea is teetering on brink of famine.
Australia, Philippines consider joint patrols in South China Sea
Australia's defence minister made the announcement after talks with the Philippine defence secretary.
Australia spy chief warns of espionage as US-China rivalry grows
More Australians targets of spying 'than at any time in Australia’s history', country's intelligence agency chief says.
Historic snowfall expected as winter storm slams US Midwest
Cold temperatures, icy blizzards and strong gusts are expected to sweep through cities like Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Xi Jinping to visit Moscow for summit with Putin: Report
Top diplomat Wang Yi, who is currently in Moscow, has said ties between the two countries are 'rock solid'.
Biden administration issues proposal to restrict asylum seekers
The new rule would make asylum seekers ineligible for US protection if they 'circumvent' legal pathways.
US judge says 9/11 families not entitled to Afghan bank funds
District judge says victims cannot seize bank assets since US has not recognised the Taliban as a legitimate government.
Mosquito-borne diseases become climate reality in warming Pacific
Disease surveillance by the WHO shows mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever are rising sharply.
Top US court refuses to review anti-BDS law. Here’s what it means
The decision does not necessarily mean that the Supreme Court thinks anti-BDS laws are constitutional, experts say.
Mexico’s former public security chief convicted in US drug case
Genaro Garcia Luna was found guilty of accepting millions of dollars in bribes from drug-trafficking cartels in Mexico.
Daughter of Malcolm X to sue agencies for alleged role in slaying
Ilyasah Shabazz says that she plans to sue the NYPD and the FBI, among others, for $100m in a wrongful death lawsuit.