Mpox no longer international health emergency but remains concern in Africa
'While we are removing the emergency, we need to keep the urgency,' says independent panel of experts for the WHO.
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UN rights chief urges US to withdraw sanctions on Palestinian NGOs
Volker Turk warns that the US sanctions over ICC cooperation could have a 'chilling effect' on civil society globally.
Chicago braces for possible National Guard deployment: What we know
Officials in US city have pushed back against the looming deployment, but Trump confirmed it will go ahead.
UK deputy prime minister resigns amid tax scandal
Rayner's resignation prompts broader cabinet reshuffle, with House of Commons leader and Scotland secretary sacked.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams being eyed as Saudi ambassador: Reports
Sources tell US media the move aims to withdraw Adams from mayoral race to strengthen Cuomo and defeat Mamdani.
What guarantees has Macron’s ‘coalition of the willing’ promised Ukraine?
Macron announces a 'reassurance force' as 26 European countries pledge to place troops in Ukraine after the war ends.
Israel bombs high-rise towers as brutal Gaza City assault intensifies
The 'gates of hell are opening' in Gaza, says Israeli defence minister as attacks cause panic and fear among civilians.
Dissenting civil servants are silenced, says UK diplomat who quit over Gaza
Mark Smith resigned last August over the UK's failure to stop selling arms to Israel.
Is Trump really considering relaxing laws on cannabis?
The arguments for and against 'reclassifying' of cannabis in the US are varied.
South Korea objects as US immigration raids Hyundai plant
Seoul demands protection for nationals, investors as Trump's immigration crackdown sees hundreds detained in ICE raid.
Belarus arrests Polish priest on spying charges
Relations between Poland and Belarus have hit a new low amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
FAST to retain power after Samoan election victory confirmed
While incumbent held on to power, the Polynesian island nation will have a new PM: Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt.
UN suspects all sides in DR Congo conflict guilty of war crimes
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk calls for accountability for victims of 'horrific' atrocities.
Aftershocks add to injuries from powerful quake in Afghanistan
More than 2,200 people were killed after a magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan over the weekend.
Fact checking Robert F Kennedy’s statements to Senate on COVID, vaccines
Robert F Kennedy Jr disputed claims by US senators on health policies, COVID-19 vaccines, and antidepressants.
Thai parliament elects Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister
The vote is a major blow to the Shinawatra clan, a mainstay of Thai politics for the past two decades.
Macron hopeful of US support to Kyiv’s security as 26 nations pledge troops
Twenty-six allies promise troops for Ukraine after fighting stops, as Russia shows no signs of being ready to end war.
‘It’s a war’: Marco Rubio labels Ecuadorian cartels ‘foreign terrorists’
The US diplomat suggested continued action against Latin American gangs while in Ecuador, days after a strike on a boat.
Air Canada flight attendants hold controversial wage vote
There are signs of discontent among Air Canada workers, as tentative agreement between union and airline is criticised.
Senate clashes with RFK Jr over vaccine policies and CDC firings
RFK Jr faces bipartisan criticism for allegedly undermining vaccine trust and reshaping public health leadership.