Palestinians extend a helping hand to quake-hit Turkey and Syria
Rescuers from the occupied Palestinian territories are joining international efforts to bring quake survivors to safety.
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Barcelona mayor cuts ties with Israel, citing Palestinian rights
The left-wing mayor of Barcelona has called on Israel to end the 'systematic violation' of Palestinian human rights.
Lula goes to Washington eyeing a ‘new era’ in US-Brazil relations
Brazil's president will join Joe Biden for talks in US capital Friday amid political turmoil, deep divisions at home.
Biden says US not seeking conflict with China after balloon saga
Beijing slams US president for saying that his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping had 'enormous problems' amid ongoing row.
Russia attacks east Ukraine as milestone nears; Kyiv seeks arms
In the 50th week of war, clashes intensify along eastern front lines, as Kyiv claims heavy losses among Russian troops.
Indian gov’t says hug cows on Valentine’s Day, Twitter cracks up
Animal welfare department appeals to mark February 14 this year not as a celebration of romance but as 'Cow Hug Day'.
North Korea shows off nuclear arsenal at night-time parade
Kim Jong Un and his daughter took centre stage at a military parade featuring North Korea's latest nuclear missiles.
Russia-Ukraine war tests unity of Spain’s left-wing government
Spain's ruling Socialists back arming Kyiv but their junior coalition partner, Podemos, remains unconvinced.
Hope turns to despair in Turkey, Syria 72 hours after earthquakes
While dramatic rescues continue, hopes recede of finding many more survivors amid freezing cold and lack of resources.
Some Twitter users unable to post as platform hit by glitch
Thousands of users faced glitches in posting, receiving messages that they had exceeded a daily limit of tweets.
More Kenyans hit by climate change count on fish farming
An increasing number of farmers are surviving drought and downpours by supplementing their income by raising fish.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 351
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 351st day, we take a look at the main developments.
India’s Adani shares fall after MSCI review of free-float status
US-based stock index provider determines some Adani Group securities should no longer be designated as free float.
UN troops kill eight civilians in DRC convoy attack: Governor
Convoy was firing 'warning shots' which also wounded 28 people in North Kivu province, UN mission MONUSCO says.
North Korea shows off possible new ICBM at huge military parade
The parade in Pyongyang appeared to feature a new, solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile, analysts have said.
How Behrouz Boochani is changing the narrative on refugees
Kurdish-Iranian writer and author spent six years in detention on Manus Island after trying to get to Australia by boat.
MH17: ‘Strong indications’ Putin approved missile supply
Investigators say while the chain of command to the Russian president is clear, he has immunity as head of state.
Report slams police as ‘unprofessional’ in Tyre Nichols beating
One officer is accused of sharing photos of the injured 29-year-old motorist who was pulled over without explanation.
Two US Army veterans win citizenship after deportation to Mexico
The Biden administration has taken steps to bring back dozens of former military members who had been deported.
Balloon ‘panic’ intensifies push against China in Washington
Biden administration faces growing calls from US Congress for tough policies against China after 'spy' balloon incident.