Malaysia ruling coalition loses ground to rivals: Early results
The ruling coalition trailing behind opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim's coalition and alliance led by ex-PM Muhyiddin.
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UK’s Sunak meets Zelenskyy in Kyiv, offers new arms for Ukraine
Rishi Sunak says the UK will continue to stand with Ukraine until its wins as he meets Zelenskyy during his trip to Kyiv.
Loss and liberation: Escape from Russia-occupied Kherson
A Ukrainian mother shares her story of fleeing with her daughter, but aches to return one day.
Suspected Congolese soldier killed in Rwanda: Rwandan ministry
Rwanda's defence ministry said an unidentified man opened fire in Rubavu district before he was shot dead.
Ukraine rules out ‘short truce’ with Russia
Ukrainian leader says 'honest peace' can take place only with the 'complete demolition of Russian aggression'.
‘Most’ Asia-Pacific nations condemn Russia’s war in Ukraine
APEC noted the 'immense human suffering' and economic effect of the war despite Russia and China being bloc members.
COP27: No climate deal better than a bad one, EU says
Funding for poorer nations hit by climate disasters appears to be a sticking point at UN climate talks in Egypt.
Israeli air attacks in Syria kill four soldiers, wound one
Air raids were aimed at pro-Iranian groups in Homs and Hama provinces, war monitor says.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 269
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 269th day, we take a look at the main developments.
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reveals daughter at missile launch
Photos released by North Korean news agency are first official confirmation of the existence of Kim Jong Un's daughter.
N Korea warns of ‘all-out’ nuclear response to US ‘aggression’
North Korea has promised to 'resolutely react' to US threats of nuclear weapons use with its own nuclear capabilities.
COP27 in deadlock as US envoy John Kerry contracts COVID-19
Loss and damage remains a sticking point at COP27, particularly how to compensate poor countries hit by climate change.
Ten killed as gang bosses’ transfer sparks prison riot in Ecuador
Ecuador has experienced eight prison riots which have left about 400 inmates dead since February 2021.
Almost half of our energy system disabled: Ukraine PM
Ukrainian prime minister warns that Kyiv could face a 'complete shutdown' of the power grid due to Russian strikes.
Elon Musk tells Twitter engineers to fly-in for meeting: Report
Amidst the chaos under new owner, the White House said Twitter should tell Americans how it's safeguarding their data.
Elizabeth Holmes sentenced to more than 11 years in prison
The Theranos founder was sentenced on three counts of investor fraud and one count of conspiracy.
Rwanda agrees on ‘immediate ceasefire’ in eastern DR Congo
Kenya's former president and Rwanda's leader agree on need for M23 rebels to cease fire and withdraw from eastern DRC.
US Justice Department announces special prosecutor in Trump probe
Attorney General Merrick Garland tasks Jack Smith with investigation of Donald Trump's handling of secret documents.
As the Nancy Pelosi era ends, what’s next for the US House?
Hakeem Jeffries is seen as the likely replacement for Pelosi, where he would be the first Black party leader in Congress
Neighbours mourn deaths of 21 family members in Gaza home fire
Hamas authorities governing the Gaza Strip said an investigation is under way to determine the cause of the fire.