Final module docks at China’s ‘heavenly palace’ space station
The Mengtian unit joins with a lab and core module to complete the Tiangong space station.
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Biden warns of windfall tax on ‘war profiteering’ oil companies
US president criticises oil companies for making record profits amid the Russia-Ukraine war, warns of higher tax.
Qatar workers’ welfare: ‘Reforms made but challenges remain’
Reforms have improved working and living conditions for hundreds of thousands of workers, ILO says in a new report.
Pakistan approves deal to import 300,000 tonnes of Russian wheat
Economic Cooperation Committee backs $112m deal aimed at meeting country's shortfall after weak production, floods.
Dozens missing after refugee boat sinks off Greek islands
Survivors say 68 people were on board when a vessel that set sail from Turkey went down between Evia and Andros.
Far-right Ben-Gvir emerges as key player in Israel elections
As Israel faces fifth poll in less than four years, rising tension is boosting support for the notorious politician.
Denmark votes in elections expected to change political landscape
New parties are hoping to enter parliament as polling stations open across the Scandinavian nation for a general vote.
India mourns after Gujarat bridge collapse
Officials pledge to take action for bridge collapse that killed 141, but some believe probe is turning into a cover up.
The aftermath of Tropical Storm Nalgae in the Philippines
More than 110 people have died in one of the most destructive storms to lash the Philippines this year.
UN members condemn China over abuse of Uighurs in Xinjiang
Fifty countries urge China to uphold international human rights obligations in its treatment of the Uighur minority.
Russia completes partial mobilisation of citizens for Ukraine war
President Putin announced Russia's first enlistment since WWII in September but the process was chaotic.
South Korea response to Halloween crowd crush ‘inadequate’
Police chief says there were multiple reports to police indicating 'seriousness' at Itaewon before disaster.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 251
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 251st day, we take a look at the main developments.
Russian tycoon Oleg Tinkov renounces citizenship over Ukraine war
Billionaire banker says he will not be associated 'with a fascist country' that is 'killing innocent people daily'.
Israelis vote for parliament again, but strong coalition unlikely
Voters are heading to the polls for the fifth time in three and a half years, but the country remains divided.
Qatar eases COVID and entry requirements ahead of World Cup
Travellers no longer have to present COVID-19 tests and preregister on a government app to enter the country.
North Korea gives warning over US, S Korean military air drills
N Korea warns of 'powerful' response as more than 240 US and S Korea aircraft take part in 'Vigilant Storm" exercise.
Russia recruiting US-trained Afghan commandos for Ukraine: Report
Russia is recruiting Afghan commandos who fled to Iran after Taliban takeover to fight in Ukraine, ex-generals tell AP.
Trump Organization’s US tax fraud trial begins
Prosecutors say former President Donald Trump's company handed out large perks to executives in tax avoidance scheme.
US Supreme Court hears arguments in affirmative action case
The court has upheld the use of race-conscious admissions in the past, but has moved to the right in the years since.