US to launch new diplomatic approach to China with ‘China House’
The new unit in the US Department of State aims to create 'more consistent policy' towards China, a rival global power.
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Harvard appoints Claudine Gay as first Black president
Social scientist and daughter of Haitian immigrants says the university must 'engage and be of service to the world'.
US-France satellite to map world’s oceans, rivers, lakes
The satellite will help track the impacts of rising sea levels, droughts and erosion brought on by climate change.
Burkina Faso summons Ghana envoy over president’s claim on Wagner
President Nana Akufo-Addo alleged during the US-Africa Leaders Summit that Burkina Faso has hired Russian mercenaries.
Kosovo tribunal convicts ex-rebel leader for war crimes
A Kosovo court seated in the Netherlands sentences Salih Mustafa to 26 years in prison in its first war crimes verdict.
Huge aquarium in Berlin bursts, causing tropical fish ‘tsunami’
The incident at the AquaDom tourist attraction - the world's biggest cylindrical tank - injures at least two people.
Opposition hopes democratic ideals can return in Tunisia
As overseas voting begins, voter apathy is palpable and begs the question if the spirit of democracy in Tunisia is dead.
Mail bomb wounds Russian official in CAR – Russian news agency
The founder of the Russian private military company Wagner has accused France of being behind the bomb.
Russia ‘massively’ attacks Ukraine in latest round of raids
Russia launches 76 missiles on least four cities in new attack on Ukraine's infrastructure with casualties reported.
Protesters block Kashmir highway after two shot dead at army camp
Hundreds protest at the region's main highway over killing of two men who worked as labourers at an Indian army base.
Libya PM admits role in Lockerbie suspect’s transfer
The transfer of a former intelligence explosives expert to the US has prompted anger in Libya.
Police officer killed in Jordan as anger over fuel prices spreads
Clashes broke out between police and locals in several Jordanian cities, including Maan, where the officer was killed.
Car bomb in Turkey’s Diyarbakir injures police officers
Two people believed to be behind the blast have been detained, authorities have said.
Why Indians love World Cup football, even without India in it
In a country that has never played at the World Cup, passion for the sport comes alive during the event.
Peru judge extends ex-President Castillo’s jail time by 18 months
Pedro Castillo's arrest on charges of 'rebellion' and 'conspiracy' has fuelled a political crisis.
At least 16 dead after landslide tears through Malaysian campsite
Rescue efforts continue at the site outside Kuala Lumpur after the landslide struck in the early hours of the morning.
North Korea says it tested ‘high-thrust solid-fuel motor’
Pyongyang wants to build more solid-fuel missiles, which are more stable and can be launched with almost no warning.
‘I want to go outside’: First Nauru refugees finally find freedom
Six men held for years after trying to get to Australia by boat look forward to starting new lives in New Zealand.
Alaska Native community relocates as climate crisis ravages homes
The town of Newtok is one of the first communities in the US to collectively move because of the climate crisis.
US House approves referendum on Puerto Rico’s future
Bill, unlikely to pass in the Senate, would offer Puerto Rico voters choice between statehood and forms of independence.