US hate crimes increased nearly 12 percent in 2021, FBI says
Nearly 65 percent of the hate crimes were based on race and ethnicity, a report by the US security service says.
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Colombia’s Petro accuses armed group of violating ceasefire
Bogota accuses Gulf Clan of backing protests by illegal miners that cut off drinking water to communities in northwest.
Australia, US and UK unveil AUKUS nuclear submarine plans
Leaders meet 18 months after US-UK-Australia security pact was established to counter China in Asia Pacific.
US approves contentious oil drilling project in Alaska
Biden administration's approval of Willow project in northwestern US state draws condemnation from environmental groups.
Pfizer strikes $43bn deal for cancer drug innovator Seagen
The pharmaceutical giant says it will pay $229 in cash for each share of Seagen.
Iran and Belarus sign cooperation roadmap in Lukashenko visit
The two presidents signed eight agreements on trade, mining and transportation.
Biden offers assurances after major US banks collapse
President says banking system is 'safe' but will seek accountability after second largest failure in US history.
Saddam Hussein ‘disposed of’ near ex-PM’s home post-execution
Al-Kadhimi says Saddam had been left between his home and that of ex-PM Nouri al-Maliki before later being taken away.
Iraqis haunted by disappearances after Saddam Hussein’s fall
Iraq has one of the highest numbers of missing persons in the world, according to the Red Cross.
‘Pride of Malaysia’: Jubilation as Michelle Yeoh wins Oscar
Performer is the first Asian to win the Academy Award for best actress in a leading role.
‘Forever remembered’: Ukraine leader honours executed soldier
A man was shown in a video smoking a cigarette and saying 'Glory to Ukraine' before being shot dead by Russian troops.
India celebrates as RRR song, The Elephant Whisperers win Oscar
A historic night for Indian cinema at the 95th Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
Junior doctors across England to go on strike over pay, burnout
Junior doctors to go on strike for three days, protesting against inadequate pay and burnout.
Ukraine is world’s third largest arms importer: SIPRI
Fuelled by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, European countries are also increasing arms imports, the think tank says.
Oscars 2023: The complete list of winners at 95th Academy Awards
The 2023 Academy Awards unfolded at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, with Everything Everywhere winning big.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 383
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 383rd day, we take a look at the main developments.
China’s NPC: Who are the top men tapped to support Xi Jinping?
China's National People’s Congress wrapped up on Monday after announcing a host of top officials that will assist Xi.
Heavy casualties reported in Bakhmut as battle for city rages
Ukraine and Russia say thousands have been killed or badly wounded as each side battles for control of the town.
N Korea conducts new weapons tests; US, S Korea start drills
North Korea says allies' military exercises are a rehearsal for war so its weapons are vital for defence.
Dozens arrested at protests against govt in Moldova
Some 4,500 people decrying high prices massed in the capital Chisinau to protest against President Maia Sandu.