US, Europe scientists probe mysterious liver illness in children
While mild forms of hepatitis are common, the severity of the reported cases has concerned health authorities.
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WFP: 20 million risk starvation as Horn of Africa drought worsens
Extreme drought has left the Horn of Africa on the verge of a humanitarian catastrophe, aid workers say.
As families seek truth, Kremlin refuses to discuss Moskva sinking
Spokesman says Kremlin 'not authorised' to release information about fate of warship's crew after its sinking last week.
Photos: Nepal workers look to Gulf to escape forced-labour system
Victims of so-called haruwa-charuwa system try to escape debt bondage but it's not so different on other side as well.
China says it has signed security pact with Solomon Islands
Western governments have been concerned over China establishing a military presence in the South Pacific nation.
Palestinians injured after Israeli settlers march to outpost
Thousands of Jewish settlers marched on Tuesday to the abandoned outpost of Homesh in the occupied West Bank.
UN to debate Security Council permanent member veto power
The proposal requiring the five UNSC members to justify their use of veto comes after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
How Imran Khan’s removal affected civil-military ties in Pakistan
As the military faces public anger over Khan's exit, the ex-PM escalates his rhetoric against the powerful institution.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 55
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 55th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Israel says rocket fired from Gaza intercepted as tensions soar
Israeli army says rocket fired from besieged Gaza Strip was intercepted as tensions soar over Jerusalem holy site.
US judge overturns mandatory mask mandate on planes, trains
Ruling suspends mask-wearing rule on public transit nationwide as judge says federal agencies exceeded their authority.
No Ukraine humanitarian ceasefires soon, UN aid chief says
Humanitarian ceasefires between Ukrainian, Russian forces may be possible in a couple of weeks, Martin Griffiths says.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Russia’s eastern offensive has begun
'Russian forces have started the battle of the Donbas,' says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as attacks escalate.
Pakistan: Six sentenced to death for lynching Sri Lankan national
Court sentences six to death and dozens of others to jail terms over killing of a Sri Lankan man accused of blasphemy.
Egypt cuts TikTok influencer sentence to three years
Court reduces TikTok influencer Haneen Hossam's 10-year 'human trafficking' sentence to three years.
US to train Ukrainians on howitzer artillery systems in next days
Artillery is part of $800m military aid package that US says will help Ukraine defend against Russian offensive in east.
Russia steps up bombardment of cities across Ukraine
Russia intensifies attacks across Ukraine in a push to break down its defences ahead of an expected assault on the east.
Russia’s Putin says Western sanctions have failed
Sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine led to a 'deterioration of the economy in the West', Putin says.
Corn futures hit decade-high above $8 per bushel on global supply
War in Ukraine and cold weather in US lead to forecasts of lower supply, driving grain prices higher.
Second Global COVID-19 Summit to be held next month
Virtual talks will focus on getting more people vaccinated and ensuring pandemic preparedness, countries say.