Hong Kong’s new leader heads to Beijing for official approval
John Lee is due to take office on July 1, the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 94
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 94th day, we take a look at the main developments.
‘Anti-China’: The Quad launches maritime surveillance plan
Quad's initiative is designed to enable Indo-Pacific nations to track illegal fishing and incursions by Chinese vessels
Period pain: Women in Myanmar struggle with menstrual hygiene
Women displaced by conflict after the February 2021 military coup lack access to sanitary pads, clean water and privacy.
Trump speaks at defiant pro-gun NRA event after Texas shooting
Amid protests and calls to cancel event in Houston, gun advocates say more regulations not the answer to mass shootings.
Texas workers travel to Uvalde to help after school shooting
Workers at chain restaurants, retail stores from across Texas provide respite for residents after deadly mass shooting.
Blinken urges Israel to conclude probe into Abu Akleh’s killing
US secretary of state says he urged Israeli counterpart to conclude 'investigations' into Al Jazeera reporter's killing.
DR Congo: Soldiers, civilians sentenced to death for selling arms
Those sentenced were found guilty of criminal association, war crimes, and participating in an insurrectional movement.
Ukraine live news: US says Putin wants to erase Ukrainian culture
As Russia advances in eastern Ukraine, Joe Biden accuses Vladimir Putin of trying to 'eliminate a culture'.
US stocks notch their best week since November 2020
Volatility gripped markets this year on fears that hawkish central banks will tip the economy into a recession.
Texas official says ‘wrong decision’ to wait to confront shooter
'No excuse' for officers to wait rather than enter classrooms where 9-and 10-year olds were trapped with gunman.
US, Netherlands call for action on decaying Yemeni supertanker
The two countries warn of potential economic, environmental and humanitarian effects if FSO Safer spills or explodes.
‘We don’t have food’: Africa’s growing humanitarian crisis
Leaders urge mobilisation to resolve a crisis that has left more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment.
Palestinian teenager shot dead, dozens injured by Israeli forces
Palestinian health ministry says killing 'part of a series' of 'field executions carried out by the occupation forces'.
Iranian forces seize two Greek tankers in the Gulf: State media
Iran's Revolutionary Guards say they seized two Greek oil tankers in Arabian Gulf due to 'violations'.
US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit, allowing New York investigation
The former US president says the investigation is politically motivated and violates his constitutional rights.
US buys more Stingers to refill stock sent to Ukraine: Report
The missiles are in high demand in Ukraine, where they have been used to shoot down Russian helicopters and bombers.
Quebec mosque gunman may seek parole in 25 years, top court rules
Canada's Supreme Court rejects prosecutors' appeal for the shooter to serve 50 years without possibility of parole.
UEFA moves to keep Ukrainian, Belarusian football teams apart
UEFA took decision to ensure the smooth running of football competitions and the safety and security of teams.
New US sanctions target North Korean weapons of mass destruction
The move came a day after China and Russia vetoed a US-led push to impose more UN sanctions on North Korea.