Russia proposes extending ‘gay propaganda’ law to all adults
Under proposed changes to law, any event or act regarded as an attempt to promote homosexuality could incur a fine.
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Erdogan urges Putin to keep Syria aid crossing open
Russia last week vetoed a UN proposal to keep the Bab al-Hawa crossing open to get humanitarian aid to Syrian civilians.
What will US abortion sanctuary networks look like?
Volunteers, lawyers and non-profits are creating sanctuary networks for people seeking abortions in the United States.
Putin expands fast-track Russian citizenship to all of Ukraine
Applicants are not required to have lived in Russia or pass a Russian language test.
Mane, Salah on 10-man list for African Footballer of the Year
There has been no award since 2019 because of COVID-19 and the decision to switch the usual qualification period.
Spanish court permits autopsy on ex-Angolan leader dos Santos
A law firm representing dos Santos's daughter Tchizé said she had asked for an autopsy after her father's death.
China says Asian nations should avoid being used as chess pieces
Wang Yi says ASEAN should be 'insulated against geopolitical calculations' as great power rivalry intensifies.
Trump ally Bannon now willing to testify before Jan 6 riot panel
Bannon already faces criminal charges for defying a congressional subpoena related to the investigation.
Chinese police arrest suspects in bank scandal behind protests
Four banks in Henan froze millions of deposits in April, leaving individuals and firms unable to access their funds.
Israel says it will probe 1967 mass grave of Egyptian soldiers
Israeli media says dozens of Egyptian soldiers killed in 1967 war are buried under what is now an Israeli tourist park.
Sri Lanka PM’s office confirms president to resign ‘as announced’
Protesters say they will occupy gov't buildings till president and PM quit amid discussions of an all-party government.
Photos: Search for survivors under Chasiv Yar building debris
At least 18 people were confirmed killed when the residential buildings were struck in the town of Chasiv Yar.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 138
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 138th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Photos: Portugal battles wildfires amid drought
The wildfires come as Portugal endures a heatwave with temperatures expected up to 43 degrees Celsius.
Japan ruling bloc sweeps upper house election after Abe’s killing
Ruling bloc's victory will revive effort to amend Japan's pacifist constitution, a long-held goal of Shinzo Abe.
Twitter drama to shift to courts as Musk calls off deal
It's also possible that both sides reach a settlement whereby Musk still makes the acquisition, but at a lower price.
Macau closes casinos for first time in two years over COVID
Chinese territory and other cities on mainland impose strict curbs to stamp out an Omicron-fuelled outbreak of the virus
Russia-Ukraine live news: Deadly strikes rock Kharkiv
Local governor accuses Moscow’s forces of ‘absolute terrorism’ over alleged missile strikes on civilian areas.
Yosemite fire grows as crews try to protect iconic giant sequoias
A wildfire threatening the largest grove of giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park more than doubled in size in a day.
Ukrainian rescuers dig for survivors after Russian missile strike
Missile strikes destroyed three buildings in residential quarter of the town of Chasiv Yar, killing at least 15 people.