At least 126 killed after strong earthquake hits China’s Tibet
Rescue efforts are under way after an earthquake hits Tibet, with tremors felt as far away as Nepal, India and Bhutan.
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The secret to a balanced diet? Better roads, say scientists
A new study challenges the conventional wisdom that crop diversity alone addresses nutritional deficiencies.
Gang violence killed more than 5,600 people in Haiti in 2024: UN
Violent gangs control most of the Caribbean country's capital, Port-au-Prince.
South Korean court extends arrest warrant for impeached Yoon
The impeached former president has refused questioning three times since his bungled December 3 martial law decree.
North Korea says test of new hypersonic missile successful
New intermediate-range hypersonic missile made with lighter materials making it more lethal, Pyongyang says.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,048
Here are the key developments on the 1,048th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
At least 53 reported killed as powerful earthquake hits Tibet
Many also injured as tremors felt as far away as Nepal's capital, Kathmandu.
US transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo Bay prison to Oman
Amnesty International welcomed the transfer but said Guantanamo would remain a 'glaring, longstanding stain' on the US.
Ex-New York Mayor and Trump ally Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
Giuliani has been under pressure to turn over assets to pay $148m to Georgia election workers he allegedly defamed.
US reports first death linked to bird flu in Louisiana
The late patient had been hospitalised in December with severe respiratory symptoms after contact with infected birds.
‘Packing up our things’: January 6 prisoners prepare for Trump pardons
The fourth anniversary of the US Capitol riot was met with hope by those convicted for trying to overturn 2020 election.
US envoy says Israeli army will withdraw completely from south Lebanon
As Israel pulls out of western sector, Amos Hochstein promises full Israeli withdrawal with 60-day deadline looming.
US Congress certifies Donald Trump’s victory in 2024 presidential election
Quiet proceeding contrasts with efforts by Trump's own supporters to overturn his 2020 loss by storming US Capitol.
Israeli attacks target Palestinians across Gaza amid ceasefire talks
World Food Programme condemns Israeli forces for firing at one of its convoys in Gaza in 'unacceptable' incident.
How are Western sanctions affecting Syria’s post-Assad transition?
Western sanctions are weighing heavily on Syria and risk derailing the country's frail transition.
US Steel, Nippon sue Biden administration over decision to block merger
The lawsuit alleges US President Joe Biden violated the companies' right to a fair merger review.
Venezuela announces the release of 146 election protesters from prison
The Maduro government says it has released a total of 1,515 people detained during its post-election crackdown.
US top doctor wants cancer warning on alcohol: What does the science say?
The text-only warning of cancer risks would be the first change to alcohol warning labels in the last 35 years.
Turkiye says Kurdish-led armed groups in Syria will be ‘eliminated’
FM Hakan Fidan says only 'a matter of time before YPG is eliminated' in Syria, urges West to cease supporting group.
Why has Justin Trudeau resigned – and what’s next for Canada?
After spats with allies, pressure from Donald Trump and falling poll numbers, Trudeau has decided to call it quits.