Pakistan blocks Twitter, restricts internet after Khan’s arrest
The move comes as violence erupts in several cities after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
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Brazilian rock icon Rita Lee dies aged 75
Brazil's president hails Lee, singer central to the politically charged Tropicalia movement, as 'ahead of her time'.
Israel takes ‘no accountability’ for killing journalists: CPJ
The Israeli military has taken no accountability for journalists it killed over past 20 years, says the CPJ in a report.
Biden to be first sitting US president to visit Papua New Guinea
Announcement comes as Washington has increasingly sought to shore up influence in the Pacific to counter China.
Syria’s return to Arab League leaves opposition dismayed
Residents and members of the country's political opposition alike are angered at the Arab League's decision.
Canada ‘will not be intimidated’ by China, PM Trudeau says
Canada-China relations hit a new low amid tit-for-tat diplomat expulsions linked to alleged Chinese interference.
Six key moments from Donald Trump’s civil rape trial
Jury finds former US president sexually abused writer E Jean Carroll, but Trump rejects verdict as 'disgrace'.
China to expel Canadian diplomat in tit-for-tat move
Expulsion comes after Canada said it was sending home a Chinese diplomat for trying to intimidate a Canadian legislator.
Tense calm in India’s Manipur where ethnic riots claimed 62 lives
Curfew in place and peace talks held as state's chief minister says about 230 people injured and 1,700 houses burned.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 440
As the war enters its 440th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Air raid alerts for Kyiv, two-thirds of Ukraine
Russia has stepped up night time aerial attacks over the past week ahead of a renewed Ukrainian counteroffensive.
Singapore, Indonesia condemn attack on diplomats in Myanmar
Convoy delivering humanitarian aid came under fire in northeastern Shan State but escaped unharmed.
Mexico’s high court annuls part of controversial electoral reform
Ruling is a setback for the administration of left-wing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, which supported reform.
Israel strikes Gaza killing 12 people, including nine civilians
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad group said three of its leaders were killed as well as their wives and some children.
Meet N Korea’s ‘crown princess’ and possible heir to Kim Jong Un
N Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, believed to be about 10 years old, could potentially be his successor.
Sudan conflict: No benefit in talks without truce, says al-Burhan
Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan says no settlement with RSF without a permanent ceasefire in Khartoum.
Canada expelling Chinese diplomat over alleged legislator threats
Canadian foreign minister says Zhao Wei declared 'persona non grata' after report that opposition lawmaker targeted.
After two mass shootings, Serbians rally against violence
Tens of thousands rally in Belgrade, demanding resignation of key ministers and a ban on violent TV content.
US jury hears closing arguments in lawsuit accusing Trump of rape
Lawyers for ex-President Donald Trump and writer E Jean Carroll make final statements in New York civil case.
US charges driver in fatal crash near Texas migrant shelter
Police chief in border town of Brownsville, Texas says officials have not ruled out whether the crash was intentional.