Ethiopia: Supreme Court upholds bail for journalist
The top court has upheld the order to release the journalist, who has been imprisoned for four months without charges.
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Kenya: Supreme Court blocks controversial constitutional reforms
The reforms would've been the biggest change to Kenya's political system since it introduced a new constitution in 2010.
Protester killed as Sudanese rally against coup, economic crisis
A protester was shot in the chest as thousands in Khartoum rallied against an army coup and worsening living conditions.
Inflation bites: US prices hike is tempering consumer demand
Americans are dealing with the fastest pace of price increases in 40 years.
Timeline: Russia’s siege of Ukraine’s port city of Mariupol
The ongoing siege of the strategic city of Mariupol has trapped tens of thousands of people with dwindling supplies.
Tunisia caught between president and parliament as crisis deepens
Both Tunisian parliament and President Saied are trying to exert authority, as Saied announces parliament's dissolution.
Putin: Russia will enforce rouble payments for gas from Friday
Russia supplies about a third of Europe's gas, so energy is the most powerful lever at Putin's disposal.
Biden releasing one million barrels of oil per day to cool prices
Barrels will come from US's strategic petroleum reserve, as Russian invasion of Ukraine has sent prices skyrocketing.
DRC parliament votes out economy minister over inflation
Legislators blamed Jean-Marie Kalumba for soaring prices of goods and mismanagement of the fishing industry.
‘It’s a miracle’: Poles open their homes to Ukrainian refugees
Newcomers feel blessed by kindness while Polish hosts say they enjoy the experience but could benefit from more support.
South Korea tests solid-fuel space rocket, amid rising tensions
Seoul says 'important milestone' part of effort to improve reconnaissance and satellite capabilities.
Palestinians in Gaza call for right of return on Land Day
Demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and condemned the ongoing Israeli occupation.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Ceasefire announced in Mariupol
Russia calls for UN, Red Cross help in evacuations; White House says Putin is being misled by advisers on Ukraine war.
US watchdog proposes new disclosure requirements for SPACs
The market for special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs, had an explosion in deals in the first half of 2021.
US to end ‘Title 42’ border restriction in May: Reports
Biden administration expected to revoke contentious policy by May 23 but decision not yet finalised, AP and Reuters say.
Tunisia’s president dissolves parliament, extending power grab
Kais Saied says the move, eight months after suspending parliament, aims to 'preserve the state and its institutions'.
Russia may have committed war crimes in Ukraine: UN rights chief
Michelle Bachelet warns Russia may have committed war crimes by killing civilians and destroying hospitals in Ukraine.
Apple, Meta gave user data to hackers who used forged requests
Apple and Meta provided basic subscriber details, such as a user’s address, phone number and IP address, in mid-2021.
Kellogg’s workers win big raises, better benefits after striking
From Amazon to Starbucks, US companies are seeing a revival in the power of unions and collective bargaining.
White House says Putin misled by advisers on Ukraine war
Russian president being misled by senior advisers 'too afraid to tell him the truth', White House official says.