South Africa’s ex-President Jacob Zuma barred from May elections
The general elections are expected to be the most competitive vote since 1994 when the nation became a democracy.
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Canadian school boards sue social media giants over effects on students
Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram are addictive and have 'rewired' the way children learn, educators say.
ICJ orders Israel to take action to address famine in Gaza
In a new set of provisional measures, the World Court ordered Israel to open more land crossings to allow aid into Gaza.
Pakistan to investigate army’s meddling in judiciary, law minister says
Pakistan will probe accusations by High Court judges of intimidation by the country's top spy agency.
Biden campaign touts record-setting fundraising haul for single event
The Radio City Music Hall event has raised $25m, underscoring deep-pocketed support for Biden despite lagging in polls.
Iraq’s overreliance on oil threatens economic, political strife
More than 90 percent of Iraq's government revenue comes from oil, leaving the country hostage to global prices.
Former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
Bankman-Fried, 32, sentenced for fraud on customers of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange he founded.
Haiti gang violence deaths surge in 2024, UN says
Gang violence has eroded the rule of law and brought state institutions close to collapse, report finds.
Palestinian Authority announces a new Cabinet amid Israeli assault on Gaza
Mahmoud Abbas has announced a new interim government as calls grow for a revitalised and reformed PA.
Eleven dead, thousands affected as Cyclone Gamane batters Madagascar
Houses washed away and roads destroyed after cyclone hits north of the Indian Ocean island.
Japan health scare: Drugmaker reports two more deaths linked to supplement
Kobayashi Pharma recalled cholesterol-lowering supplements with red yeast rice over possible link to kidney disease.
Philippines’s Marcos promises measures after China’s ‘dangerous attacks’
President says country to respond to South China Sea confrontations with proportionate measures after soldiers injured.
China lifts steep Australian wine tariffs as relations improve
Beijing imposed the tariffs in 2020 during a diplomatic feud, raising duties from zero to above 200 percent.
Colombia expels Argentina’s diplomats after Milei calls Petro ‘terrorist’
Argentina's president calls his Colombian counterpart a 'murderer' and 'communist', prompting a diplomatic spat.
Fears of AI disinformation cast shadow over Turkish local elections
Turkish politicians have denounced the use of what they say are manipulated images and videos for electoral advantage.
Ex-crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried due to be sentenced for defrauding FTX
The 32-year-old faces up to 50 years behind bars for illegally using money from FTX depositors to cover his expenses.
What is Islamic halal investment and why is it on the rise?
Global halal economy is on the rise with an increase in demand fuelling more opportunities for investment.
Israel seeks new date for cancelled US meeting on Rafah offensive plans
Israeli PM had called off Washington visit after US did not veto UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire.
Israeli soldiers shoot and kill two unarmed Palestinian men in Gaza: Video
Advocacy group condemns 'heinous war crime', and says Israel appears to 'kill Palestinians on a whim'.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 174
Two-thirds of Gaza’s 36 hospitals are 'non-functional,' according to the UN.