Key takeaways from state and local US elections this week
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who will likely run for president, faces setbacks in off-year vote on Tuesday.
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Biden, top Republican say confident debt default will be averted
Experts say a default would be catastrophic for US economy, but political standoff has persisted as deadline looms.
Haiti sees rise of ‘vigilante justice’ as gang violence soars
UN official warns violence shows 'no sign of ending' as frustrated Haitians go after gang members themselves.
Turkey protests detention of two journalists in Germany
Turkey summons the German ambassador in Ankara to condemn the operation against reporters from a pro-government paper.
More than 100 academics call for Ghannouchi’s release in Tunisia
Some 150 signatories call for the release of opposition leader Ghannouchi, saying his arrest is part of a 'witch hunt'.
Russia agrees to renew Ukraine Black Sea grain deal for 60 days
About 30.3 million tonnes of grain have been exported from Ukraine under the Black Sea deal.
Kilicdaroglu turns to anti-migrant fears before Turkey run-off
Kilicdaroglu came second to Erdogan in Sunday's presidential election, and is seeking nationalist support.
Prince Harry, Meghan followed by photographers in car chase
'Near catastrophic', two-hour chase in New York caused by 'highly aggressive paparazzi', couple's spokesperson says.
Is ‘shareholder supremacy’ driving the layoffs in tech?
Listed firms put their shareholders first when making decisions even if it leaves employees susceptible to job cuts.
Russia orders arrests of anti-war theatre director, film producer
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, Moscow has cracked down on opposition voices, sentencing several to lengthy jail times.
South Korea, Canada to cooperate on North Korea threat, energy
President Yoon and PM Trudeau focus on security, clean energy and critical mineral supplies ahead of G7 summit in Japan.
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'.
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.