EU launches probe into Google’s conduct in digital ad tech sector
The EU is looking into whether Google violated competition rules by favouring its own advertising technology services.
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Spanish government pardons nine Catalan separatist leaders
Madrid says controversial move aimed at diffusing years-long political crisis, but some dismiss pardons as a stunt.
Engine No. 1 wants passive investors to VOTE with their wallets
Fresh off its climate victory over Big Oil, impact investor group plans to launch an EFT under the ticker VOTE.
Taliban captures Afghanistan’s main Tajikistan border crossing
Some security forces abandon their posts and flee across the frontier as the Taliban seizes Shir Khan Bandar.
Italy to lift mandatory masks outdoors as pandemic slows
People no longer required to wear face coverings outdoors from June 28 as risk level falls with a shrinking caseload.
Israel forces target Palestinian demonstrators in East Jerusalem
At least 20 injured after Israeli police fired teas gas, rubber-coated bullets at Palestinians in Sheikh Jarrah.
Vote count under way in Ethiopia after contentious election
Authorities unable to hold elections in four of Ethiopia's 10 regions, says election board.
Hamas-UN talks over Gaza’s humanitarian situation have ‘failed’
Hamas's leader Sinwar also accused Israel of 'blackmailing the Palestinian factions including Hamas'.
Oil crosses $75 for the first time in two years
Investors bullish about a quick recovery in global oil demand even as concerns ease over the return of Iranian crude.
Pakistan police: Cleric confessed to sexually assaulting student
Police say cleric confessed to promising passing grades in exchange for 'sexual favours' from a male student.
Israeli police attack Palestinian protesters in Sheikh Jarrah
At least 20 Palestinians wounded in a street brawl with Israeli settlers and police in flashpoint East Jerusalem area.
North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s sister ridicules US hopes for dialogue
Kim Yo Jong says US has 'wrong' expectations about talks as Washington's envoy offers to meet 'anytime, anywhere'.
Bitcoin forms ‘death cross’, hinting at more pain to come
Its average price over the last 50 days has fallen below that of its 200-day moving average, a sign of impending losses.
‘In danger’: UNESCO flags risk to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Fury in Canberra as UNESCO says world's biggest reef at risk because of climate change.
In Tibet, historical sites are at risk because of a tourism boom
Officials say balancing tourist demand with the need to minimise wear and tear is a constant challenge.
Dating apps find users want friends, not sex, in post-COVID world
Apps like Tinder and Bumble are launching or acquiring new services focused entirely on making and maintaining friends.
Mexico extends deadline to repeat disputed GM contract vote
Authorities warned the plant's collective contract would be terminated if the extended deadline is missed.
‘Vaccine or jail?’: Duterte warns as COVID’s Delta variant surges
Philippine president also threatens to use 'shots for pigs' on Filipinos who refuse to get inoculated against COVID.
US SEC probing clients of SolarWinds over cyber-breach: Report
SEC is concerned some listed firms may not have disclosed the cyber-hacks in December, in breach of law, Reuters said.
Hong Kong leader defends crackdown on Apple Daily
Carrie Lam slams criticism of moves against Apple Daily as attempt to 'beautify' acts that endanger national security.