‘Very worrying’: Fear stalks Kenya as dozens of government critics abducted
Rights groups blame 'state agents' for abductions of more than 80 people since June 2024, with dozens still missing.
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Serbia opposition members throw smoke bombs, flares inside parliament
At least two lawmakers injured after chaos erupts inside parliament, where smoke bombs and flares were thrown.
Climate crisis threatens Pakistan’s bees and honey trade
Pakistan's bees once produced 22 varieties of honey but that has plummeted to 11 as flowering seasons shorten.
Trump announces US crypto reserve: What it is, and why it matters
The announcement over the weekend sent crypto markets into an upwards frenzy following a recent weeks-long slump.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,104
These are the key developments on day 1,104 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Most adults, a third of children will be overweight or obese by 2050: Study
Lancet study uses data from 204 countries to paint a grim picture of what it called an 'unprecedented global epidemic'.
How will Trump’s tariffs impact Mexico and Canada’s exports?
Tariffs of 25 percent on Mexican and Canadian goods came into effect on Tuesday.
More than 200 children, some as young as one, raped in Sudan, UNICEF says
Report says rape is 'being used as a tactic of war' in violation of international law and and laws protecting children.
Taiwan says it’s ‘impossible’ for US to retreat from Asia Pacific
Taiwanese Defense Minister Wellington Koo says it's in the US's 'national interest' to maintain the status quo in Asia.
A simple illustrated guide to Ramadan, answers to 10 common questions
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar is special to Muslims around the world for its many unique blessings.
Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after bust-up with Zelenskyy
US president's move comes hours after he accused Ukrainian leader of not wanting peace.
Chip giant TSMC plans to spend $100bn to expand US chip manufacturing
TSMC CEO announced the plan with US president, the latest firm to make investment commitments since Trump took office.
Israel launches air attacks near Syria’s Tartous
Israel has carried out hundreds of strikes in Syria since former President Bashar al-Assad was toppled in December.
Pope suffers ‘acute’ breathing crises as he battles pneumonia: Vatican
Medics at Rome’s Gemelli University Hospital administer ‘mechanical ventilation’ after pontiff’s latest health setback.
Trump slams Zelenskyy for saying end of Ukraine war could be ‘far away’
US president reignites criticism of Ukrainian leader, days after berating him in the Oval Office.
Israeli anger at ceasefire delay focused on captives, not Gaza’s aid crisis
Protesters gathered outside Netanyahu's residence on Sunday, focused on plight of Israeli captives left in Gaza.
Trump says 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico will begin Tuesday
US president says measures will go ahead despite efforts by Mexican and Canadian officials to find a way around.
Pakistani and Afghan forces clash at vital border crossing
Afghanistan says one member of its security forces is killed and two injured in overnight clashes at Torkham crossing.
At least two killed after car drives into a crowd in Germany’s Mannheim
Several others injured in incident in western Germany and one person in custody, police spokesperson says.
Russia-Ukraine war: What’s a ‘coalition of the willing’, Europe’s new plan?
UK will work with Europe to devise a Ukraine peace deal to present to Trump, Starmer announced after a London summit.