Canada imposes new sanctions on two ‘Haitian elites’
Canadian government accuses two Haitian nationals, including associate of ex-President Martelly, of enabling gangs.
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Photos: Death toll expected to rise after tornadoes strike US
The US National Weather Service received 45 tornado reports on Thursday, as violent storms whipped across the southeast.
Tesla slashes prices globally by as much as 20 percent
Price cuts challenge electric carmaker's rivals and reverse its strategy of past two years when orders exceeded supply.
Apple CEO Tim Cook to take a more than 40 percent pay cut
The compensation committee took into account shareholder feedback, company performance and a recommendation by Cook.
Iran’s top diplomat says talks with Saudis could restore ties
Iranian foreign minister says he hopes diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia can be restored after years of tensions.
US ‘fully committed’ to Japan alliance, Biden tells Kishida
Talks in Washington are part of Japanese prime minister's diplomatic blitz to boost partnerships amid China pressure.
Trump Organization fined $1.6m for ‘brazen’ tax fraud
The penalty is the maximum the judge could impose on the company, found guilty of 17 criminal charges.
What does Russia’s military shake-up mean for the war in Ukraine?
The appointment of Valery Gerasimov signals Moscow's failing war effort and fraught domestic politics, analysts say.
Greek court rejects charges against aid workers
Lesbos court says cases brought against two dozen people have procedural flaws.
For Biden, probe of classified documents is a political snag
Special counsels are investigating both Donald Trump and Joe Biden over their handling of classified documents.
Sri Lanka to slash military by a third to cut costs
The bankrupt country says it will reduce army personnel to 135,000 by next year and 100,000 by 2030.
Belarus could join war if Ukraine ‘invades’, says Russia
Moscow warns of 'collective response' to any attack on Russia or Belarus, as allies prepare to stage joint drills.
Tunisia increasingly isolated under Saied as US loses interest
The president has tried to look abroad to get the country out of its economic crisis, without much success.
CIA chief visits Libya after Lockerbie suspect handover
William Burns makes a rare trip to Libya, meeting the country's interim prime minister and his rival, Khalifa Haftar.
Thai army kills 5 suspected drug smugglers near ‘Golden Triangle’
Almost 500,000 methamphetamine pills found after clash between Thai forces and suspected smugglers in Thailand's north.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 324
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 324th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Peru’s gateway airport to Machu Picchu closes as protests grow
Safety considerations led to the closure of airport in Cusco, a gateway to Peru's tourism crown jewel of Machu Picchu.
UK says Hong Kong freedoms continue to erode, drawing China anger
Former colonial power in the territory says it is in China’s interests that Hong Kong maintain its distinctiveness.
Lisa Marie Presley dies at 54 after suspected cardiac arrest
Mother confirms death of musician and only daughter of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley.
Japan says Fukushima water release to start in ‘spring or summer’
Plan will see some 1 million tonnes of water used to cool the ruined plant's reactors released into the Pacific.