South Asia erupts in colour for vibrant Holi celebrations
Millions mark Holi by hurling coloured powders, dancing in streets and feasting on festive delicacies across South Asia.
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US, Israel want to displace Palestinians from Gaza to East Africa: Report
Officials from US and Israel say governments of Sudan, Somalia and Somaliland have been asked to take in people of Gaza.
Philippines’ ex-leader Rodrigo Duterte to make first ICC appearance
Judges in The Hague will inform the former president of the crimes against humanity he is accused of having committed.
Passengers evacuate after American Airlines plane catches fire in Denver
Twelve passengers treated for minor injuries after airliner's engine catches fire on landing.
Iran, Russia, China discuss Tehran’s nuclear programme at Beijing meeting
Meeting between top diplomats signals Tehran may be ready for renewed negotiations on its nuclear programme.
Is Trump trying to pull Putin away from China – and can it work?
Observers say Trump wants to pull off a 'reverse Nixon' by deepening ties with Russia, but is that even possible?
Columbia University punishes pro-Palestine students who occupied building
An unknown number of student protesters were suspended from campus, expelled or had their degrees revoked.
Pentagon considering military options for Panama Canal access: Report
Officials say US military's Southern Command exploring multiple options, from working with Panama to military action.
EU parliament rocked by corruption investigation linked to China’s Huawei
Belgian authorities announce arrests of several people in connection with alleged bribery within the parliament.
‘Unexpected’ rate of sea level rise in 2024: NASA
Earth's oceans rose faster than expected last year as the world experienced its hottest year on record, NASA says.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,114
These are the key developments on day 1,114 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Arrests at Trump Tower as Mahmoud Khalil demonstrations continue
Outrage continues to grow as Trump administration tries to deport US permanent resident over pro-Palestine protests.
What’s happening with talks between Israel, the US and Hamas?
Talks for extending ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continue amid backlash over US envoy's direct engagement.
Qatar begins supplying natural gas to Syria through Jordan
Qatar will provide 400 megawatts of electricity daily to Syria, where authorities have struggled with power generation.
The Palestinians Israel displaces in the West Bank have nowhere to go
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank are anxious about the future as Israel steps up aggression against refugee camps.
Southern Africa regional bloc to withdraw troops from DRC amid M23 advance
The SADC mission that has suffered losses this year will conduct a 'phased withdrawal' of its troops.
Sporadic, slow rebuilding deepens wounds of Ukrainian town bombed by Russia
Amid unsteady reconstruction efforts, pain persists in Borodyanka, a town where hundreds of civilians were killed.
US-Ukraine ceasefire proposal: What could Russia demand?
Analysts speculate that Russia could demand a lifting of sanctions or removal of Ukrainian troops from Kursk.
Russian, US delegations to meet in Moscow for Ukraine ceasefire talks
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff visits Moscow as Russia claims to have recaptured key towns in Kursk region from Ukraine.
Iran bets big on gold as it weathers Trump turmoil
Iran says it has turned much of its reserves into gold, as gold imports soar to three times the level of last year.