Photos: How COVID roils small Chinese towns
With intensive care units overwhelmed, patients are forced to go to bigger cities for treatment.
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At least 22 killed in fire at Russian home for elderly
The care home in Siberia was unregistered and the authorities are now inspecting similar facilities.
Canada polar bears declining at alarming rate, study finds
Researchers say there has been a dramatic drop in particular in the number of female bears and cubs in Hudson Bay.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 304
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 304th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Elderly leave cities as COVID infections surge in China
Families tell of sending elderly relatives away from China's cities amid reports of surging cases and deaths.
Sitiveni ‘Rambo’ Rabuka confirmed as Fiji’s new prime minister
Outgoing Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama said after losing nomination vote: 'This is democracy and this is my legacy.'
Russia accused of war crimes cover-up by razing Ukraine theatre
Ukraine says at least 300 people were killed when Russia bombed Mariupol's drama theatre where civilians had sheltered.
Ukraine’s Zelenksyy warns of Russian attacks over Christmas
The Ukrainian president also issued a warning to Russian people that 'terror never goes without a response'.
US judge denies diplomatic immunity for Maduro ally Alex Saab
Saab, a close ally of Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, claims he was on a diplomatic mission to Iran when arrested.
‘The junta is heartless’: Landmine victims blame Myanmar military
Myanmar's military accused of deliberately planting landmines to target civilians as armed resistance movement grows.
Republican lawsuit over Arizona attorney general race struck down
A United States judge ruled that Republican Abraham Hamadeh failed to prove claims about errors in vote counting.
US Congress passes new election rules in response to January 6
New provisions to US Electoral Count Act make it more difficult for politicians to prevent peaceful transfer of power.
Bankman-Fried, FTX execs received billions in hidden loans
Caroline Ellison, Bankman-Fried's colleague, said she agreed with him to hide the loans from FTX investors.
Britain’s health workers announce more strikes for 2023
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says he is 'sad' and 'disappointed' about widespread strikes but refuses to negotiate.
US House passes massive $1.7 trillion spending bill
Bill boosts military spending by 10 percent to a total of $858bn, alongside $772.5bn for domestic programmes.
5 key takeaways from January 6 panel’s report on US Capitol riot
Donald Trump led 'multi-part conspiracy' to overturn 2020 elections that ended in deadly riot, US committee says.
Putin tells defence chiefs to do more for troops in Ukraine
Russian leader says the country's military-industrial complex should provide the army with everything they need.
Photos: Massive winter storm pummels US and Canada
Frigid temperatures, snow and ice have upended travel plans and knocked out power to thousands of homes and businesses.
Billionaire Adani to own 65% of India’s NDTV as founders sell
NDTV founders Radhika and Prannoy Roy made several unsuccessful attempts to block the takeover by Gautam Adani.
UN envoy calls for pressure on Taliban over women university ban
Gordon Brown urges more leaders in Islamic countries to denounce a move barring Afghan women from higher education.