North Korea’s Kim calls for ‘practical, offensive’ war deterrence
North Korean leader orders expansion of war deterrence to counter 'frantic' aggression from US and South Korea.
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Philippines, US start largest ever drills in South China Sea
Balikatan exercises will involve more than 17,000 troops and come amid rising regional tensions.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 412
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 412th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Taiwan’s president condemns China drills as irresponsible
Tsai Ing-wen says Beijing's military drills are a risk to stability as eight PLA ships remain around island.
US House committee chair ‘concerned’ by Tesla deals in China
Republican Mike Gallagher questions how Elon Musk 'balances' US government support and reliance on Chinese market.
US mother of six-year-old who shot teacher charged with neglect
The boy's family says that he has an 'acute disability' and had been under their supervision in weeks before shooting.
Women in Philippines used as Japanese sex slaves demand justice
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr urged to 'make a difference' for now-elderly women after landmark UN decision.
Expelled Nashville lawmaker returns to Tennessee legislature
The Metro Nashville Council has voted unanimously to reappoint Justin Jones, 27, to his seat in the state legislature.
AI-generated news presenter appears in Kuwait
'Fedha' appeared on the Twitter account of the Kuwait News, with plans for it to read online bulletins.
Aid group says two workers shot dead in Ethiopia’s Amhara region
Catholic Relief Services workers were killed amid unrest due to government decision to disband regional security forces.
Ukraine, Russia exchange more than 200 troops in prisoner swap
Such exchanges represent one of the few areas of cooperation between Ukraine and Russia.
Guatemala elections: Campaigning begins amid public distrust
Some are questioning the vote’s integrity after several opposition candidates were blocked from running.
China criticises Indian minister’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh
Minister Amit Shah says all Indians can sleep peacefully in their homes thanks to the hard work of the security forces.
Gunman kills four at bank in Louisville, Kentucky: Police
Authorities identify shooter as a 23-year-old employee of the bank, as Joe Biden calls for action against gun violence.
Boat carrying 400 migrants adrift between Italy and Malta
People onboard say boat has been adrift for two days as it has taken on water and is without a captain.
Deadly blasts target police officials in Pakistan’s Quetta
Civilians among those killed after two bombs hours apart targeted police vehicles in Pakistan.
Dalai Lama apologises after video asking boy to ‘suck my tongue’
A statement on Dalai Lama's Twitter account says leader often teases people he meets 'in an innocent and playful way'.
Philippines won’t allow US to use bases for ‘offensive actions’
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says military bases accessible to the US would not be used in any 'offensive action'.
Why is South Africa not renewing 160,000 Zimbabwean work permits?
On Tuesday, a South African court will decide if thousands of Zimbabweans can stay back in the country or be deported.
Where does Pakistan find itself year after Imran Khan lost power?
Ex-PM's message of resistance, victimhood has caught people's imaginations, revealed deep schisms in state institutions.