UN rights chief hails CAR decision to end death penalty
About 170 countries so far have abolished or introduced moratoria of death penalties in law or practice.
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Yemen truce extension in the balance a day before end date
No breakthrough in UN-backed talks, despite two-month truce bringing much-needed breathing room for Yemeni civilians.
Outrage in Pakistan after woman gang-raped on moving train
Three suspects arrested for raping the 25-year-old mother of two children in empty compartment of Karachi-bound train.
US to send advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, Biden says
US official says weapons being sent are HIMARS, which have a longer range than those currently deployed by Ukraine.
Indian economic growth at one year low on inflation, Ukraine war
The economy's near-term prospects have darkened due to spike in retail inflation, which hit an eight-year high in April.
China conducts military ‘readiness patrol’ around Taiwan
Exercise took place in the sea and air around the self-ruled island, according to the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command.
Li Keqiang: China’s sidelined premier back in the limelight
China's No 2 has kept a low profile for most of his time in office but his re-emergence could signal deeper schisms.
Shanghai celebrates ‘new start’ after COVID restrictions eased
People venture out after two months stuck at home, but virus-related controls including regular tests, will continue.
US readies to host regional summit, but attendance still unclear
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has said he will not attend Summit of Americas unless all nations invited.
Russia-Ukraine live news: US to send Kyiv longer-range rockets
The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) will allow Kyiv to launch rockets about 80kms, official says.
US stocks close volatile month little changed
A tumultuous May for markets ended almost exactly where it started in equities.
UN had ‘constructive’ talks in Moscow on Russian grain exports
Talks took place on facilitating Russian grain and fertiliser exports to global markets, UN spokesman says.
Canada’s BC moves to decriminalise small amounts of illicit drugs
Westernmost province of British Columbia says move, the first of its kind in Canada, aims to help tackle opioid crisis.
Al Jazeera presenter Ahmed Taha condemns Egypt sentence
Network says verdict 'irrational' and part of campaign by Egyptian authorities 'against Al Jazeera and its journalists'.
Death toll from torrential rains in northeast Brazil reaches 100
Thousands of people have been displaced in Brazil's Pernambuco state after heavy rain causes flooding and landslides.
Sri Lanka court suspends pardon to Rajapaksa aide Duminda Silva
Duminda Silva, a former legislator convicted of murder, was granted a pardon last year by President Rajapaksa.
Infographic: How many mass shootings took place in US in 2022?
Seven of the 10 deadliest mass shootings in US history took place during the past 10 years alone.
Tunisia’s UGTT announces strike against proposed spending cuts
The powerful trade union to strike on June 16 to demand wage increase and oppose President Saied's privatisation plans.
Biden underscores Fed’s ‘independence’ during Powell meeting
The White House is in need of solutions to quell the highest inflation in 40 years and soaring petrol and food prices.
Texas town to begin burying its children after school shooting
First two funerals for two schoolchildren killed in attack at primary school in Uvalde are scheduled for Tuesday.