Scientists urge global action after ‘historic’ US climate bill
Senate of US, the world's largest emitter, passes unprecedented legislation aiming to cut greenhouse gasses 40% by 2030.
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US court sentences Ahmaud Arbery killers to life in prison
Federal judge gives father and son life for hate crime; their neighbour and co-defendant sentenced to 35 years.
Qatar welcomes Israel-Gaza truce stopping the ‘waste of blood’
Doha has taken part in efforts alongside international actors to quickly halt hostilities and avoid more casualties.
India aims to restrict sale of Chinese cheap smartphones: Report
The aim is to push Chinese giants out of the lower segment of the world’s second-biggest market to help local industry.
Gaza hospital at breaking point after Israeli bombardment
Israeli attack on enclave exacerbates crisis of health sector, already in dire condition due to 15-year-old blockade.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 166
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 166th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Bangladesh asks China for help in repatriating Rohingya refugees
Bangladesh minister says China has pledged to work continuously to resolve the Rohingya crisis.
China announces new military exercises near Taiwan
Chinese military announces new round of drills, keeping up pressure on Taiwan's defences over Nancy Pelosi's visit.
Chad military gov’t, opposition groups sign peace deal in Qatar
At least 40 groups sign deal with gov't to launch national reconciliation dialogue, but main rebels refuse to take part.
Photos: India police break up Muharram processions in Kashmir
Some main Muharram processions have been banned in Indian-administered Kashmir since armed rebellion broke out in 1989.
Hong Kong cuts hotel quarantine to 3 days as city’s image slumps
Announcement comes amid mounting frustration with international financial centre's isolation as world lives with COVID.
Gustavo Petro sworn in as Colombia’s president
Gustavo Petro takes office promising to achieve peace with armed groups and fight inequality and climate change.
China’s casino hub orders testing days after easing COVID curbs
Macau tells 700,000 residents to undergo testing after man tests positive after travelling to neighbouring city.
Israel, Palestinian Islamic Jihad declare truce in Gaza
Egypt-brokered truce holding in Gaza after three days of Israeli bombardment that killed at least 44 Palestinians.
US Senate approves bill to fight climate change, cut drug costs
Estimated $430bn economic package aims to slow climate change, control medicine costs, and raise corporate taxes.
‘Right direction’: Iran nuclear officials optimistic on deal
Negotiators from Iran, US, EU resumed indirect talks over Tehran's nuclear deal after a months-long standstill.
‘Blood, body parts, screams’: Gaza reels after Israeli strikes
Traumatised people of Gaza's Rafah refugee camp recount the horrors of Israel's 'targeted killing' of PIJ commander.
UN special rapporteur says Israeli strikes on Gaza are ‘illegal’
Francesca Albanez calls on the United Nations to investigate whether Israel has breached international law.
Timeline: Israel’s attacks on Gaza since 2005
This is the latest assault by Israel on Gaza since the 11-day war in May 2021 killed hundreds.
The Gaza Strip explained in maps
The Gaza Strip has been under an Israeli-imposed land, sea and air blockade for the past 15 years.