Thousands of postal workers launch strike in UK over pay dispute
Workers at Royal Mail Group join picket lines after being given a pay rise that falls far short of inflation.
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Horn of Africa drought could go on for 5th season: UN weather body
At least 10 million children are suffering in the Horn of Africa as four rainy seasons have failed within two years.
UK sees 80-percent energy price hike amid cost-of-living crisis
Regulator Ofgem says its energy price cap will nearly double in October, worsening the country's cost-of-living crisis.
Israel drops prosecution of Jewish settler who killed Palestinian
Ali Hassan Harb was stabbed and killed by an Israeli settler while on his family's land near Salfit in the West Bank.
Biden slams ‘semi-fascism’ in GOP as he rallies for Democrats
In his first rally before midterm elections, Biden accuses pro-Trump Republicans of embracing violence, hatred.
How Ukraine turns cheap tablets into lethal weapons
Army SOS, an activist-led NGO, converts Android-based tablets into smart units with automated precision guidance.
Turkish singer Gulsen arrested over religious schools comment
Gulsen issued an apology on social media prior to her arrest, but a gov't spokesman called her comments a 'disgrace'.
Khalil Awawdeh, the Palestinian on a hunger strike since March
Palestinian prisoner Khalil Awawdeh is on a hunger strike demanding Israel end his continued detention without charge.
Train strike over wages disrupts traffic in Netherlands
Dutch railway workers launch a 24-hour strike, seeking pay increases to compensate for sky-rocketing inflation.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 184
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 184th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Taiwan says Beijing trying to rewrite ‘status quo’ across strait
Beijing claims the self-ruled island as its own and has staged military drills in response to visits by US politicians.
China drops some COVID rules for travellers but keeps quarantine
Customs office stresses 'no substantial change' to COVID controls after announcing the end of some requirements.
Japan to spend $1.83m on ex-PM Abe’s state funeral
Opinion polls show majority of Japanese opposed to state funeral for longest-serving premier.
Fears for China’s Twitter users after ethical ‘compromise’ claims
Peiter Zatko’s allegations raise questions about big tech’s responsibility towards users in authoritarian countries.
No response to US coastguard request to refuel in Solomon Islands
Ship was on patrol for regional fisheries agency when port visit request was made amid tension over China security pact.
‘We will not be bullied’: US politician arrives in Taiwan
Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn will meet Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in visit condemned by Beijing.
Colombia to suspend aerial bombings against armed groups
Defence minister says shift in strategy aims to protect civilians, including children forced to join rebel groups.
France’s Macron seeks ties with Algeria beyond ‘painful’ history
Ties with Algiers have become more important for Europe because of increasing demand for gas amid the war in Ukraine.
White House defends US student loan forgiveness amid criticism
Joe Biden says he will never apologise for 'helping America’s middle class' as critics say cancelling debt is unfair.
US judge orders release of redacted Trump search affidavit
Judge gives US Justice Department until midday Friday to release redacted document underpinning Mar-a-Lago search.