Erdogan thanks Putin for his help on Turkish nuclear plant
The two leaders spoke prior to the inauguration of the Akkuyu plant, Turkey's first nuclear power reactor.
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Turkish citizens living abroad start voting in general election
More than three million citizens living abroad have started casting their ballots in a hotly contested poll.
Jerry Springer, US talk show host and former mayor, dies at 79
Springer's tabloid TV show often featured sexual themes and family conflict and reached millions over a 27-year run.
Shifting alliances in Sudan’s Darfur as new civil war fears rise
Locals in Darfur arm themselves, believing army-RSF conflict could reignite ethnic violence and open war in region.
How do retirees in France really fare?
Do French pensioners fare better than others in developed economies? It depends who you ask and what measure you use.
World’s highest railway bridge to open in Kashmir soon
The bridge over the Chenab River, taller than the Eiffel Tower, will provide all-weather connectivity with the valley.
Uighur refugee dies after nine years in detention in Thailand
Mattohti Mattursun was one of 350 Uighur refugees, including children, who were detained in March 2014.
US sanctions Sri Lankan governor over civil war killings
US to deny visas to North Western Province governor and ex-navy chief Wasantha Karannagoda and his wife.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 428
As the war enters its 428th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Uganda’s Museveni says being LGBTQ should not be criminalised
Latest comments suggest president is trying to tone down proposed anti-homosexuality law, one of the world's toughest.
Fugees rapper found guilty in US over 1MDB case
Prakazrel Michel was convicted on 10 counts after a trial featuring high-profile witnesses including Leonardo DiCaprio.
Sudan army chief backs ceasefire extension as skirmishes continue
Hundreds have been killed with Khartoum residents struggling to find food, water and other basic supplies.
Ukraine gains an edge in Kherson as counteroffensive nears
Reports suggest Ukrainian forces may have started securing a foothold among weak Russian defences in southern Ukraine.
US Justice Dept sues Tennessee over transgender healthcare law
The law, passed in the state's Republican-led statehouse, prohibits youth from receiving gender-affirming care.
US House of Representatives passes debt bill, faces Biden veto
The Biden administration has called on House Speaker McCarthy to instead raise the debt ceiling 'without conditions'.
Colombian President Petro reshuffles cabinet in dramatic move
Petro hopes the risky cabinet shake-up will reinvigorate efforts to push reforms through Colombia's legislature.
Facebook parent Meta’s shares soar on first sales jump in a year
Revenues rose as digital advertisers returned to familiar platforms like Facebook and Instagram in an uncertain economy.
Rights group denounces ‘brutal’ protest crackdown in Peru
Human Rights Watch has issued a report condemning Peru’s reaction to protests following a presidential impeachment.
First Republic’s market value plunges below $1bn from $40bn peak
Reports show US govt may not intervene in rescue process and regulators may downgrade bank's score, compounding stress.
Veteran sentenced to prison for US border wall fraud scheme
Brian Kolfage has received a four-year sentence for pocketing donations raised to help build Donald Trump's border wall.