Xiplomacy: Pursuing the greater good for all

At Greece's Port of Piraeus, one of Europe's busiest maritime hubs, ships move in and out around the clock, ferrying goods and connecting markets across the world.

Camels settle in Australia outback

Far from their origins in the Arabian desert, hundreds of thousands of camels roam outback Australia where they are used for wild races, an alternative milk source and even to make beer.

Arson suspect held in Spokane wildfires

A man from Spokane, Washington, was arrested and charged with setting one of the three devastating wildfires that are burning through the region.

Heat puts Dutch dikes, German river trade at risk

Jeroen Wouda and Dirk Boom walk slowly along a Dutch dike, prodding at the bone dry surface with metal rods and scanning the parched grass for patches of green that could give away the location of a leak.

Japan quake death toll rises to 25

Rural communities in southwestern Japan were struggling to get their lives back to normal Thursday, two days after a powerful earthquake set off an explosion at a mall, toppled a factory chimney and flattened homes, kill…

Quake death toll rises to 18 in Japan

Soldiers and emergency workers combed through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors Wednesday after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 18 people, including a foreigner, …

7.1 magnitude quake shakes Japan

An earthquake registering a magnitude of 7.1 shook Kumamoto on Japan's southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon, causing damage and injuries, officials said.

'Mediators see progress toward ending Iran war'

Mediators have achieved progress in efforts to get the United States and Iran back to negotiations and avert an all-out war in the Middle East, two regional officials said Monday, with a pause in attacks coming after a p…

'Climate change has intensified Europe's drought risk'

Human-caused climate change has intensified a drought across Europe, with extreme heat, rather than low rainfall, driving the exceptionally dry conditions, a team of international scientists said on Thursday.

Evacuate sailors from Hormuz: UN

The United Nations on Friday called for the safe evacuation and repatriation of some 6,000 sailors stuck in a "dire humanitarian and human rights crisis" in the Strait of Hormuz. UN human rights chief Volker Turk called …

Wildfire smoke kills tens of thousands of people a year

Smoke from wildfires which are burning more of the Northern Hemisphere as Earth warms attacks nearly every system in the human body, killing tens of thousands of people a year, numerous medical studies show.

Two US troops killed, one missing after Iranian strikes in Jordan

Two US military personnel were killed and another remains missing following Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting US forces in Jordan on Friday, according to US military officials.

US strikes northern Iran and disables ship

The United States intensified its strikes on Iran early Thursday, hitting targets further north as American forces also fired into a ship the U.S. accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic Republic.

US attacks Iran, Tehran retaliates

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran early Tuesday, hours after President Donald Trump vowed to reinstate an American blockade of Iranian ports and charge ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded…

EU to limit children's access to social media

Children should have "phased and gradual access" to social media, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Monday, as experts recommended under 13s only use online platforms under supervision.

Trump warns Iran after threats

President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Saturday after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for the U.S. leader's killing, further underlining the tensions gripping the Middle East as an …

Venezuela quake spurs economic fears

Economic woes have joined the long list of worries facing Venezuelans living in the coastal region that suffered unthinkable damage during twin tremors a fortnight ago.

Typhoon cuts power in Pacific islands

Tens of thousands of people were without power Tuesday on Guam and the Northern Marianas after a super typhoon tore through the US Pacific territories, with no deaths reported.

Samsung expects 1,800% operating profit leap on AI boom

South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics forecast Tuesday a massive 19-fold jump in second-quarter operating profit from a year earlier, buoyed by sustained AI-driven demand for memory chips.

Iran holds funeral for Khamenei

Hundreds of thousands of mourners began a dayslong funeral Saturday for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, beating their chests in sorrow before the glass case containing his flag-draped coffin in Tehran …

Oceans set June heat record

The world's oceans just experienced their hottest June on record and could set fresh highs in the months ahead as El Nino and climate change drive temperatures even higher, scientists said Wednesday.

Venezuela's quakes death toll nears 1,500, tens of thousands still missing

The death toll from Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes neared 1,500 on Sunday as rescue workers raced against the clock to find survivors among the nearly 50,000 people still unaccounted for.

German rail outage from work

Scheduled work to replace a part triggered a communications outage on Germany's railway that brought all trains to a halt, stranding travellers across the country, the network operator said Wednesday as it faced criticis…

Europe's heatwave sets new fatal records

Europe on Tuesday braced for more extreme weather as a deadly heatwave threatened fresh temperature records in Britain, with trains disrupted and hospitals across the continent preparing for an influx of heat-afflicted p…

Africa faces child surgery crisis as anaesthesia runs out

African hospitals face huge new costs as they scramble to replace the main anaesthetic for child operations that is set to run out in 2027, a charity has warned.

Lebanon clashes defy ceasefire

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports emerged of a ceasefire agreement. The persistent fighting threatened an interim agreement between …

Indonesia plans IVF for Bornean rhino

Indonesia's government is racing to capture the last-known Bornean rhino in the wild in a bid to preserve the species through in-vitro fertilisation, a government official told AFP on Friday.

UAE announces social media ban for under-15s

The United Arab Emirates announced a social media ban for children under 15 on Thursday, joining a growing group of countries including Australia, Britain and Canada to take similar measures.

G7 focuses on AI, industry power

Leaders at the Group of Seven summit wrap up three days of talks in the French Alps on Wednesday with discussions on the contentious future of artificial intelligence and U.S. dominance of the industry.

Iran, U.S. both claim win over MoU amid deep rifts

The United States and Iran both claimed victory after digitally signing on Monday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the three-month conflict, yet both sides continue to offer conflicting accounts of its…

US, Iran reach deal to end war

The United States and Iran announced a deal to end the Middle East war on all fronts and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, sparking relief Monday after months of deadly violence and global economic chaos.

Immigration vote splits Switzerland

Switzerland's vote on proposed measures to restrict immigration to ensure the population does not exceed 10 million is dividing the country.

Russia unblocks Roblox after widespread child anger

Russia has lifted its ban on the popular gaming platform Roblox, after tens of thousands of children and parents sent letters complaining about the measure.

Russia insists on US nuclear weapons withdrawal from Europe — Russian diplomat

Russia insists that US nuclear weapons be withdrawn from Europe and that the entire infrastructure for their deployment in this part of the world be dismantled, Russian Foreign Ministry’s Ambassador-at-Large Andrey Bel…

Israel and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag the region back into full-scale war

Israel and Iran traded fire Monday in their first attacks since the U.S. struck a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago.

Ukraine war linked to rise in premature births

When Marharyta Nekhoroshyva first saw her newborn son, she was gripped by fear. Born after just 26 weeks of pregnancy, he weighed only 940 grams (2 pounds) and wore diapers no larger than the palm of an adult hand.

Xi Jinping set to meet Kim Jong-un in North Korea, as China seeks to revitalise relationship

The China-North Korea relationship has been strained by a fall in trade during the pandemic and Pyongyang’s increasing ties with Russia

Flamingos find refuge in Venice wetlands

Perhaps nothing better illustrates the flamingo's status as a newcomer to the Venetian Lagoon than the fact that the local dialect has no word for them.

4 trapped in flooded cave rescued

Rescue workers in Laos said Saturday they have safely evacuated four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for 10 days, the day after another one was successfully extracted. Two men remain missing.

WHO to address rare Ebola

The head of the World Health Organization arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, late Thursday to witness efforts against an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus, as medical personnel struggle with a lack of equipment.

Iran says 'low' possibility of return to war with US

Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday said a return to war with the United States was unlikely, while warning that the Islamic republic stood ready against any attack.

Gaza health officials say 7 killed in Israeli airstrikes

Gaza health officials said Israeli airstrikes killed at least seven people on Tuesday, including five in one attack, in the latest violence to hit the territory despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

UK set to break record for hottest May day

Britain was set to break its record for the hottest day in May on Monday, the national weather agency predicted, as the country sweltered in an "unprecedented" heatwave.

Gunman killed by US Secret Service after opening fire near White House

A gunman opened fire near the White House on Saturday evening, with US Secret Service agents killing the assailant in a shoot-out during which a bystander was also struck, authorities said.

Ugandans lament Bundibugyo Ebola

Before it became the somewhat easy-to-mispronounce name of a rare type of Ebola virus, Bundibugyo is a mountainous district in western Uganda that even some locals would struggle to pinpoint on a map.

Mideast war cuts eurozone growth outlook

The eurozone economy will expand less than expected this year, the EU said Thursday, as the Middle East war and subsequent energy shock take their toll.

UK climate advisers urge max temperature rules

Climate change experts urged the UK to set maximum temperature rules for workplaces and adapt hospitals

Congo reports sharp rise in Ebola

The World Health Organization director-general openly worried Tuesday over the "scale and speed" of an outbreak of a rare Ebola variant in eastern Congo

Everest Summiteers Summit 2026 to Gather Climbers From 26 Countries in Kathmandu

Kathmandu is set to host one of the largest international mountaineering gatherings of the year as Everest Alliance Nepal announces the second edition of the Everest Summiteers Summit 2026.

Hantavirus cruise docks in Netherlands for disinfection

The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put international health authorities on alert.

Australia housing crisis to worsen under fossil fuels

Climbing insurance premiums and other economic symptoms of climate change are expected to push rents higher and drive homelessness without well-targeted intervention.

Senator defies ICC arrest order

A Philippine senator who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for an alleged crime against humanity said Tuesday he will fight any attempt to send him to the global tribunal for prosecution, adding he never cond…

South Korea sees rare rise in births amid population shrinks

Kim Su-jin and her husband have set aside their doubts and embraced parenthood, joining a small but notable wave of South Korean couples having children despite the country's steep demographic decline.

Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade

Vladimir Putin has used his annual Victory Day speech in Moscow's Red Square to justify his war in Ukraine and denounce Nato.

Gulf clash threatens US-Iran deal

A new clash between US and Iranian forces in the Gulf dented optimism for a negotiated peace Friday, despite President Donald Trump insisting a shaky truce was still holding while the sides inch towards a deal.

Solar station lights up darkened island

Yudelaimys Barrero Muñoz used to spend up to three hours on the side of a highway under the blazing sun waving money at drivers as she attempted to hitch a ride from Cienfuegos, Cuba to Santa Clara, where she buys suppl…

Germany fertiliser sector hit by Iran war

As Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz roils the global economy, one German town has been scrambling to help make up the shortfall in essential supplies of fertilisers.

NATO says 'working' with US to 'understand' decision to cut troops in Germany

NATO on Saturday said it was "working" with the United States to understand Washington's decision to slash its troops in Germany by 5,000 following a spat between the leaders of the two nations.

Israel detains Gaza flotilla activists in Crete

Dozens of activists on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla which was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters off Crete disembarked on Friday in the Greek island, an AFP journalist saw.

Experts warn of lead risks in Africa's solar boom

Years after a lead acid battery recycling plant shut down in Kenya's coastal city of Mombasa.

Russia to hold Victory Day parade without military equipment

Russia's traditional parade marking the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II this year will take place without tanks, missiles and other military equipment, the Russian Defense Ministry said in …

United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1

The United Arab Emirates announced Tuesday that it will leave the oil cartel OPEC and its wider OPEC+ group effective May 1.

NKorea opens museum for troops killed in Russia-Ukraine war

North Korea has opened a memorial museum for its soldiers killed while fighting for Russia against Ukraine, with top leaders of North Korea and Russia pledging a push for greater cooperation.

Acid attacks expose threat to Indonesian activists

Indonesian envir Acid attacks expose rising threat to Indonesian activists onmental activist Muhammad Rosidi shudders as he recalls the horrific moment two men on a motorbike threw acid through the open window of his car…

Gulf states stuck as US–Iran crisis drags

After weathering unprecedented attacks from Iran, the wealthy Gulf states are now stuck between war and peace as talks stall and the vital Strait of Hormuz remains all but closed -- threatening economic recovery.

Iran missing from US talks

Iran said Tuesday it has not yet sent a delegation for new peace talks with the United States, as the temporary ceasefire which paused the Middle East war was set to expire.

Fire destroys 1,000 homes in Malaysian coastal village

A fire that tore through a Malaysian coastal settlement on Borneo Island destroyed about 1,000 homes and displaced over 9,000 people, authorities said.

Man kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shooting

A father has killed seven of his children and an unrelated child in a mass shooting in Shreveport in the US state of Louisiana that police have described as a "domestic disturbance".

Escaped wolf safely returned to zoo

The South Korean internet erupted in celebration as a 2-year-old wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea was captured Friday, safely after a nine-day search that kept the nation on edge and made it a national celebri…

Teenager kills nine, wounds 13 in Turkey school shooting

A 14-year-old armed with five guns opened fire at a Turkish school on Wednesday, killing nine people, wounding 13 and sparking scenes of mayhem as students jumped out of windows to escape.

250 missing in Andaman boat capsize

At least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, were missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently on the way to Malaysia, according to the U.N. refugee and migration agencies.

Nearly 700 reported killed in Sudan drone strikes this year: UN

Nearly 700 civilians have reportedly been killed in drone strikes in Sudan since January, the United Nations aid chief said Tuesday, decrying that three years of civil war had created the "world's largest humanitarian cr…

Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar's Hungary election landslide

Europe digital editor in Budapest, April 13:Viktor Orbán's 16 years in power is over, and the system condemned as an "electoral autocracy" lies in tatters, defeated by a 45-year-old former party insider who convinced a m…

US military threatens to blockade all Iranian ports starting on Monday

The United States military has announced it will begin blockading all Iranian ports on Monday, its latest move to exert pressure on Tehran after marathon peace talks in Pakistan concluded without a deal.

US-Iran more than four decades of enmity

The United States and Iran have been sworn enemies since the 1979 Islamic revolution and the hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran.

Ceasefire at risk with possible mines in Strait of Hormuz and Israel attacking Lebanon

Iran, the United States and Israel agreed Tuesday to a two-week ceasefire, an eleventh-hour deal that headed off U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to unleash a bombing campaign that would destroy Iranian civilization…

Palestinian Journalists Syndicate: 53 Violations Against Journalists Recorded in March

The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate said that the Israeli occupation forces carried out 53 violations against Palestinian journalists during the month of March.

US planes down amid Iran war

The search is on for one missing U.S. service member while another was rescued after two U.S. warplanes went down in separate incidents including the first shoot-down since the Iran war began nearly five weeks ago.

AI at war: Five things on Pentagon's Project Maven

A Pentagon AI programme called Project Maven is at the center of the US strikes against Iran and potentially one of the most consequential transformations of modern warfare.

Missing US aviator rescued from Iran

The United States said Sunday it rescued a service member missing behind enemy lines since Iran downed a fighter jet, as President Donald Trump escalated pressure on Tehran with a new looming deadline to reopen the Strai…

Iran hits Kuwait, blasts rock Tehran

Iran's missiles set alight a refinery and damaged a desalination plant in Kuwait on Friday as Israeli and U.S. strikes kept hitting Iran.

New funding boosts electricity access in Africa

Before dawn in the narrow alleys of Mathare, an informal settlement in Kenya's capital, Agnes Mbesa flicks on a single bulb hanging from her tin roof. For years, the mother of three relied on smoky kerosene lamps.

Germany slashes growth forecast amid Iran war

German growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 were cut by experts on Wednesday as governments across Europe implement measures aimed at reducing the price impact of the Iran war.

Iran fires missiles after Trump warning

Iran fired missiles across the Middle East on Tuesday as its capital was hit by fresh explosions, after US President Donald Trump threatened the country's key oil export hub, power stations and desalination plants.

Japan boosts coal amid Mideast energy turmoil

Japan's government plans to temporarily lift restrictions on coal-fired power plants as it seeks to ease an energy crunch caused by the Middle East war, officials said on Friday.

Houthis launch second missile attack on Israel, vow continued strikes

Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group has carried out a second missile attack targeting Israel, warning that further strikes are likely in the coming days.

UN demands 'justice' after Iran school strike

The deadly bombing of an Iranian school spurred "visceral horror", the UN rights chief said Friday, urging Washington to conclude its probe and demanding justice "for the terrible harm done".

Treasury Department to add Trump’s signature to US currency

The Treasury Department announced Thursday that it will add President Trump’s signature to paper currency to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the U.S., marking the first time a sitting president’s signature will ap…

Hungary to phase out gas deliveries to Ukraine

Hungary's prime minister said on Wednesday that Budapest would phase out gas deliveries to Ukraine, the latest salvo in a bitter feud between the two countries over a damaged pipeline transporting Russian oil.

Russia launches 400 drones in Ukraine

A major Russian drone and missile attack on civilian areas of Ukraine killed four people and injured at least 27, officials said Tuesday.

Iran threatens to start hitting Gulf power plants, mine waters

Iran warned Monday it will strike electrical plants across the Middle East if U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to bomb power stations in the Islamic Republic, and threatened to mine the "entire P…

Trump threatens attacks on Iranian power plants

Iran responded Sunday with threats of its own, a day after President Donald Trump warned the United States will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if Tehran fails to fully open the Strait of Hormuz in 48 hours.

Israel claims killing of Iran’s intelligence chief

Israel's defense minister said Wednesday that the military killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.

EU weighs action to keep Strait of Hormuz open

The European Union is seeking more strategic clarity about the U.S. and Israel's plans for Iran and when the conflict might end as the bloc weighs whether to send ships to help shore up security in the Persian Gulf.

Trump rejects Iran war deal for now

Donald Trump warned that he is not ready to seek a deal to end the war with Iran, as US ally Israel launched a new wave of strikes Sunday and Tehran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to hunt down and kill the Israeli lea…

US hits Iran base, Trump warns more strike

President Donald Trump said the U.S. destroyed military sites on an island vital to Iran's oil network and warned that its oil infrastructure could be next if Iran continues to interfere with the passage of ships through…

Myanmar's military boosts air power

Myanmar's military has commissioned new combat aircraft to boost its air capacities, state media reported Friday, as the army steps up efforts to regain territory from resistance forces in the country's civil war.

Zelenskyy: Ukraine awaits US approval for drone deal

Ukraine is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday.

Iran vows to fight 'as long as needed' as Trump says war will end 'soon'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday his country would keep fighting as long as necessary, casting doubt on US President Donald Trump's insistence that the conflict would be over "soon."

Iran names new supreme leader

Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of the country's late supreme leader.

Bangladesh rations fuel as Mideast war deepens energy crunch

Bangladesh launched fuel rationing on Sunday as the war in the Middle East deepened an energy crunch, creating long queues at filling stations and boiling over into anger.

Iran strikes Israel, US bases

Iran launched more missiles at Israel and U.S. bases as war in the Middle East enters a sixth day.

Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side’s troops

Pakistani and Afghan forces launched multiple strikes at each other in cross-border clashes on Friday.

Iran warns US after frigate sunk, Sri Lanka says trying to safeguard lives on second Iranian ship

Sri Lanka said it was trying to “safeguard lives” .

Israel hits Iran forces amid rising attacks

The United States and Israel hit Iran's capital and other cities in multiple airstrikes on Wednesday, the fifth day of the war with Iran.

Multiple Drones Strike Fuel Tank at Duqm Port in Oman

A fuel tank at the Port of Duqm in the Sultanate of Oman was struck by drones on Tuesday, with no casualties reported.

US and Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leaders after Khamenei’s death

The U.S. and Israel pounded targets across Iran on Sunday, dropping massive bombs on its ballistic missile sites and wiping out warships as part of an intensifying military campaign following the killing of Supreme Leade…

Iranian attack in UAE kills three foreigners, including a Nepali; 58 injured

Three foreign nationals, including a Nepali citizen, were killed in an Iranian drone and missile attack in the United Arab Emirates on Sunday.

US and Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leaders after Khamenei’s death

US and Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leaders after Khamenei’s death

New Chief to steer Louvre after heist crisis

The home of the "Mona Lisa" is getting a new boss. Art historian Christophe Leribault, a veteran museum director, is taking over at the Louvre, shouldering the challenge of getting the world's largest museum out of crisi…

UK mulls removing Prince Andrew from succession

It's been 90 years since a British royal was removed from the line of succession.

US forces to complete Syria withdrawal

US forces that led the coalition against the Islamic State group will complete their withdrawal from Syria within a month, three sources told AFP on Monday, as they began leaving a major base.

Danish military evacuates US submariner from Greenland

Denmark's military says its arctic command forces evacuated a crew member of a U.S. submarine off the coast of Greenland for urgent medical treatment.

Landslides kill 7 in S. Philippines amid heavy rains

Rain-induced landslides in the provinces of Davao de Oro and Davao Oriental in the southern Philippines have killed at least seven people, authorities said Friday.

Somalia revives US-backed offensive against al-Shabab

U.S.-backed airstrikes and recently expanded ground operations have shifted momentum in Somalia 's long-running war against al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militant group.

Protesters block Beirut roads after fuel tax hike

Protesters blocked main roads in and around Beirut on Tuesday after Lebanon's Cabinet approved new taxes that raise fuel prices and other products to fund public pay hikes.

NKorea opens homes for war victims

North Korea said Monday it completed a new housing district in Pyongyang for families of North Korean soldiers killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, the latest effort by leader Kim Jong Un to honour …

India plans AI data city on staggering scale

As India races to narrow the artificial intelligence gap with the United States and China, it is planning a vast new "data city" to power digital growth on a staggering scale, the man spearheading the project says.

Iran arrests protesters in nationwide dragnet

The Iranian security agents came at 2 a.m., pulling up in a half-dozen cars outside the home of the Nakhii family.

Shooting kills two, wounds one at southern US university

Gunfire killed two people and wounded one on Thursday at a university in the southern United States, officials said, as the facility remained on lockdown.

Gunmen kill nearly 200 in Nigeria’s Kwara and Katsina attacks

Nearly 200 people have been killed by armed men in separate attacks in remote villages in central and northern Nigeria, a local lawmaker, residents and police said Wednesday, as security forces searched for survivors and…

Gen Z won the revolution. The old guard are dominating the election

But the two candidates most likely to lead Bangladesh into a post-Hasina future are a far cry from those who risked everything on the barricades and in the streets to topple her.

Drone attack kills 24 in Sudan

A drone attack by a notorious paramilitary group hit a vehicle carrying displaced families in central Sudan Saturday, killing at least 24 people, including eight children, a doctors' group said, a day after a World Food …

US strikes another boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

The US military conducted a strike against another alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, killing two people, according to US Southern Command.

Australian police charge man after finding 23,000 child abuse images

Australian police charged a man with hundreds of child abuse offences on Thursday after finding 23,000 sexually explicit images on his computer from children allegedly groomed online.

US carrier shoots down Iranian drone as tensions escalate and diplomatic talks hit a snag

A US aircraft carrier shot down an Iranian drone that “aggressively approached” the ship in the Arabian Sea on Tuesday hours before two gunboats operated by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps approached a US-fla…

Trump says seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard

US President Donald Trump said Monday his administration would seek $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a New York Times report said the college had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations…

Militants kill 33 in Pakistan

Pakistan's military said Saturday that multiple suicide and gun attacks by "terrorists" across the restive southwestern province of Balochistan killed 33 people, including civilians, while security forces responding to …

Historic winter storm kills at least 10 across US

A monster storm barreling across swathes of the United States has killed at least 10 people and prompted warnings to stay off the roads, mass flight cancelations and power outages, as freezing conditions persisted into M…

Life sentence for man who killed Japan's ex-PM Shinzo Abe

The man who killed Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe has been sentenced to life in prison, three and a half years after he fatally shot the ex-leader during a rally in the city of Nara in 2022.

France, UK consider social media ban for youth as experts debate mental health impact

Countries including France and the United Kingdom are considering following Australia’s lead by restricting children and some teenagers from using major social media platforms, amid ongoing debate over the move’s effec…

100 plus die in Africa floods

Torrential rains and flooding have killed more than 100 people in South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, and authorities warned that more severe weather was expected across several countries in southern Africa.

Crane collapse on Thai train kills 30

A construction crane fell onto a moving passenger train, causing a fiery derailment Wednesday that killed at least 30 people and injured scores in northeastern Thailand.

Millions of Venezuelans await next moves across region

Almost immediately after U.S. forces deposed Venezuela's president, officials from Washington to Lima, Peru, began encouraging some of the 8 million Venezuelans who have scattered themselves across the Americas over more…

Iran warns US and Israel will be targets if America strikes over protests

Iran’s parliament speaker on Sunday warned that the U.S. military and Israel will be “legitimate targets” if America strikes the Islamic Republic, as threatened by President Donald Trump.

Trump says US will deal with Greenland ‘easy way’ or ‘hard way’

US President Donald Trump has renewed his provocative remarks on Greenland, asserting that the United States will take action regarding the strategically located Arctic territory “whether they like it or not.”

Announcement on the Recruitment of International Communication Broadcast Hosts

In order to fully showcase Dunhuang’s image as an international cultural tourism city, address the shortage of professional broadcasting and hosting personnel, strengthen international communication talent, and continuo…

US withdraws from 66 international organizations

US President Donald Trump signed a memorandum on Wednesday (local time), directing the withdrawal of the United States from international organizations, conventions and treaties that are “contrary to the interests” of …

Denmark, Greenland ask for talks with Rubio

Denmark and Greenland are seeking a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio after the Trump administration doubled down on its intention to take over the strategic Arctic island, a Danish territory.

35 killed, 1,200 detained in Iran

The death toll in violence surrounding protests in Iran has risen to at least 35 people

USDP leads Myanmar vote count

Myanmar's military-appointed election body has begun announcing the winners of the first phase of its three-part general election, saying that the military-backed party has won the majority of seats, as widely expected.

"Nicolas Maduro and his wife captured, flown out of country": US President Trump after strikes on Venezuelan capital Caracas

President of the United States Donald Trump on Saturday confirmed that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela during which the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and taken out …

Dozens presumed dead and about 100 injured in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebration

Dozens presumed dead and about 100 injured in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebration

Mamdani sworn as New York City mayor at subway station

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City just after midnight Thursday, taking the oath of office at an historic, decommissioned subway station in Manhattan.

'Several' people killed after explosion in Swiss ski resort bar, police say

"Several" people have been killed after an explosion and fire in a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, police say.

One dead after mid-air helicopter collision in New Jersey

One person has died and another suffered critical injuries after two helicopters collided mid-air on Sunday above a city in New Jersey, local police said.

Thailand-Cambodia fighting continues after Trump says countries agree to ceasefire

:Fighting between Thai and Cambodian forces continued early on Saturday hours after US President Donald Trump said the two countries had agreed to a ceasefire.

Dozens injured after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes northern Japan

At least 30 people were injured after a magnitude 7.5 earthquake hit north-eastern Japan on Monday night, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes.

Thailand-Cambodia clashes reignite, killing soldier and civilians

Thailand launched air strikes Monday on its neighbour Cambodia, with both sides trading blame for renewed fighting on their disputed border that has killed four Cambodian civilians and a Thai soldier.

Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation

Benin coup thwarted by loyalist troops, president tells nation

Mass shooting at SAfrican bar leaves 12 dead

A mass shooting carried out Saturday by multiple suspects in an unlicensed bar near the South African capital left at least 12 people dead, police said.

US suspends immigration requests for Afghans after National Guard shooting

US suspends immigration requests for Afghans after National Guard shooting

'Once in 300 years' rain hits Thai city as floods ravage South East Asia

'Once in 300 years' rain hits Thai city as floods ravage South East Asia

Twenty-four Nigerian schoolgirls released over a week after abduction

A group of 24 Nigerian girls who were abducted from their boarding school over a week ago have been released, the country's president said.

Ethiopian volcano eruption sends ash to Delhi, hitting flight operations

A plume of volcanic ash from Ethiopia has swept across the Red Sea through Oman and Yemen and reached Delhi, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.

Over 10,000 People Displaced By Floods in Malaysia

Malaysian authorities announced on Monday that the recent floods in the country have displaced more than 10,000 people, with the northern state of Kelantan being the most affected.

Ukraine, Western allies meet in Geneva for US peace plan

Talks between Ukraine and its Western allies on a U.S.-proposed peace plan to end Russia's invasion are underway in Geneva, Ukrainian officials said Sunday.

Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 90

Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 90

At least 227 abducted from school in central Nigeria: religious body

At least 215 students and 12 teachers were abducted early Friday when suspected terrorists attacked a school in Nigeria's central state of Niger, said the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).

At least 41 dead as relentless rains flood Vietnam

Relentless rains and floods have killed at least 41 people in central Vietnam since the weekend, while a search continues for nine still missing, state media reported.

Zelensky ready for 'honest work' with US to end Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready for "honest work" with the US after receiving a draft peace plan to end the war with Russia.

7 killed in landslides in Vietnam

Heavy rain swept central Vietnam on Monday, triggering landslides and floods, killing at least seven, injuring dozens and stranding thousands.

Fire damages 170 homes in Japan

Firefighters and army helicopters battled a fire Wednesday that burned through a neighborhood in southwestern Japan, killing one person, injuring another and forcing more than 170 people to evacuate.

US military officials in Ukraine for talks on ending war

US military officials in Ukraine for talks on ending war

Thousands protest against government in Mexico as clashes leave 120 injured

At least 120 people - 100 of them police officers - have been injured in clashes during anti-government protests in Mexico City, police said.

20 on board killed in plane crash

All 20 personnel on board a Turkish military cargo plane that crashed in Georgia were killed, Turkey's defense minister announced on Wednesday.

Squid Game star, 81, acquitted of sexual misconduct

Squid Game star O Yeong-Su has been acquitted of sexual misconduct charges by a court in South Korea.

At least 52 dead as typhoon wreaks havoc in the Philippines

Weakened Kalmaegi unleashes 130 kph gusts and torrents of mud across Visayas—drowning dozens, trapping thousands, and prompting Cebu’s first-ever calamity declaration amid 400,000 evacuations.

Typhoon Kalmaegi brings ‘life-threatening’ conditions to central Philippines

Life-threatening storm surges over 3m, 160+ flights cancelled, mass evacuations in Visayas as Tino barrels toward South China Sea by Wednesday.

American EV drivers fear running out of juice

AP-NORC poll shows 4 in 10 cite range/charging as major EV barriers, even as 12,000 new stations (20% of total) expand interstate coverage to 70% within 10 miles—up from 50% in 2019—while rural spots like Connecticut's…

Andrew was once regarded as a dashing naval officer and served in the military during the Falklands War with Argentina in the early 1980s.

Buckingham Palace forces Andrew Mountbatten Windsor out of Royal Lodge over Epstein links, ending his prince status and evicting him to Sandringham amid victim sympathies and denied abuse allegations.

Trump tells Pentagon to resume testing US nuclear weapons

Via Truth Social en route to Xi Jinping summit in Busan, President directs "Department of War" to match Russia and China's programs—first tests since 1992, drawing global alarm over arms race risks and non-proliferation…

Trump seeks trade war truce with China’s Xi in South Korea talks

At South Korea's Gimhae Air Base, leaders agree to slash tariffs from 57% to 47%, cut fentanyl duties to 10%, delay rare earth curbs, boost US soybean buys, and plan mutual visits—easing tensions after 6 years.

Five, including US Embassy's Public Affairs Chief and Heli Captain, scale Lobuche Peak

Harker and team from Seven Summit Treks reach 6,119 metres in the Everest region, marking a milestone in international mountaineering collaboration.

Trump says US to end aid to Colombia over drug production

Washington’s decertification and Trump’s criticism of President Petro spark diplomatic tensions as Colombia pushes for a new approach to the war on drugs.

Body of Bipin Joshi being brought home today

The remains of Bipin Joshi, who was abducted and killed during the Hamas attack in Israel, are being repatriated to Nepal on a Fly Dubai flight, with national leaders set to attend a tribute ceremony at Tribhuvan Interna…

Hamas hands over hostage bodies after Israel threatens aid cut

Tensions rise as Trump warns of military action against Hamas, while aid to Gaza is slashed and the militant group reasserts control amid fragile ceasefire efforts.

Madagascar's President flees amid violent protests

Demonstrators, joined by defecting soldiers, demand resignation as at least 22 are killed in clashes, sparking international concern over the island nation’s political crisis.

Heavy rains flood Mexico towns, leave nearly 130 dead or missing

Unseasonal torrential downpours trigger landslides and floods across Hidalgo and Veracruz, damaging 100,000 homes as authorities race to rescue and rebuild.

Trump says he may send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine

Amid renewed talks with Zelensky, Trump says he “may” approve long-range Tomahawks for Kyiv — a move Moscow warns could dangerously escalate the war and strain US-Russia ties.

Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire, captive exchange deal with Hamas

The government backs a plan to release Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, marking the first step in a broader U.S.-backed peace initiative aimed at halting two years of conflict in Gaza.

7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines, Tsunami Warning Issued

A powerful quake hit the southern Philippines’ Mindanao region, with authorities warning of possible aftershocks and urging coastal residents to move to higher ground.

Credentials presented in Iraq

Nepali Ambassador to Iraq, Ghanashyam Lamsal, presented his credentials to President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid in Baghdad on Wednesday, extending greetings from President Paudel and reaffirming friendly ties between Nepal…

Putin says Russia has captured nearly 5,000 square km in Ukraine this year

Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that Russian forces captured nearly 5,000 sq km of Ukrainian territory in 2025, asserting that Moscow retains full strategic initiative, while Ukraine reports counter-gains in reg…

USSEC restructures global operations; Kevin Roepke appointed Executive Director for MENASA region

USSEC restructured its operations and named Kevin Roepke Executive Director for the MENASA region to enhance market access and promote U.S. Soy’s sustainability worldwide.

Protesters in Philippines clash with police in rallies against corruption

Thousands in Manila marched against alleged “ghost” flood-control projects, with protests turning violent and dozens arrested amid growing public anger.

'More than meets the eye': The hidden meanings in a US masterpiece

The painting School of Beauty, School of Culture is among the exhibits in a major new London retrospective of the US artist Kerry James Marshall. But there is more to the salon scene than first meets the eye.

US welcomes appointment of Karki as interim prime minister

The United States welcomed Sushila Karki’s appointment as Nepal’s interim prime minister, praised efforts for a peaceful transition after recent unrest, and expressed condolences for lives lost.

Success belongs to those who stay open, says international market expert

"Tariffs are a form of self-isolation. In the long term, they will hurt the United States more than China," says Chris Pereira.

Prime Minister Oli holds bilateral meeting with Russian President Putin

Oli meets Putin in Tianjin to strengthen Nepal-Russia ties and boost cooperation in culture, trade, and investment.

At least 1,000 killed in Sudan landslide, rebel group says

Landslide in Sudan’s Marra Mountains devastates village of Tarasin, leaving over 1,000 dead and urgent calls for aid.

Afghanistan earthquake: Taliban appeals for international aid as rescue teams search for survivors

Rescuers searched into the night for people trapped under the debris of simple mud and stone homes built into steep valleys after quake killed 800

At least 20 killed and hundreds more feared dead in Afghanistan quake

Beware the Bottle: Glass Drinks Could Be Contaminated with Plastic

Glass bottles aren’t always safer—plastic caps may release more microplastics into your drinks than plastic bottles.

Toyota Unveils Hydrogen-Powered Engine, Challenging the EV Future

Toyota’s new hydrogen-powered engine delivers EV-like performance without charging stations or lithium batteries, posing a fresh challenge to traditional electric vehicles.

North Korea's Kim will meet with Xi and Putin at Chinese military parade

Kim Jong Un joins global leaders, including Putin, at China’s WWII anniversary parade, hinting at a tightening Beijing-Moscow-Pyongyang axis amid U.S. regional maneuvers.

Gaza kids suffer from extreme malnutrition

Not long after Texas surgeon Mohammed Adeel Khaleel arrived at a Gaza City hospital in early August, a 17-year-old was brought in with gunshot wounds to both legs and one hand, sustained when he went to collect food at a…

Ex-Philippines President Duterte on ICC warrant

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on a warrant from the International Criminal Court accusing him of crimes against humanity, the Philippine government said.

Dozens of Afghan deportees from Iran killed in bus crash

A traffic accident in western Afghanistan has killed 73 people, including 17 children, most of whom were on a bus carrying Afghan migrants deported from Iran, a Taliban official confirmed to BBC Pashto.

AI search pushing an already weakened media ecosystem to the brink

AI tools like ChatGPT are cutting news site traffic and ad revenue, posing a major threat to the industry.

Huge earthquake may have triggered volcano’s first eruption in 600 years, Russian team says

The Krasheninnikov Volcano in Kamchatka erupted for the first time in 600 years, possibly triggered by last week’s major earthquake in Russia’s Far East.

Over 2 million people in Japan under evacuation orders as 4-foot waves crash on eastern shores

Over 2 million in Japan were ordered to evacuate as 4.2-foot waves hit Hokkaido.

Powerful quake in Russia's Far East causes tsunami, Japan and Hawaii order evacuations

A kindergarten in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia, was damaged by an earthquake on July 30, 2025, according to the Kamchatka Krai Governor's Office.

Thailand, Cambodia clash despite ceasefire hopes

Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a fourth day Sunday, despite both sides saying they were ready to discuss a ceasefire after a late-night intervention by US President Donald Trump.

At least 20 dead after air force jet crashes into Bangladesh school

At least 20 people died and more than 170 were injured after a Bangladeshi air force training jet crashed into a school campus in the capital, Dhaka.

Heavy rains in SKorea leave 14 dead

Torrential rains that slammed South Korea for five days have left 14 people dead and 12 others missing, the government said Sunday.

Artisans offer cheap footwear made from rubber tires

From Rwanda to Kenya, fashioning footwear from discarded tires has long been a mark of local ingenuity.

Children make up half of more than 170 killed in Pakistan floods

elentless floods have claimed the lives of more than 170 people in eastern Pakistan, about half of them children, in the latest catastrophe that underscores the country’s vulnerability to the escalating climate crisis.

7.3-magnitude quake strikes off Alaska

A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the US state of Alaska on Wednesday, triggering a tsunami warning that was later withdrawn, the US Geological Survey said.

Thousands of Afghans were moved to UK in secret scheme after data breach

Thousands of Afghans have moved to the UK under a secret scheme which was set up after a British official inadvertently leaked their data, it can be revealed.

4 killed after plane crashes at London airport

At least four people died after a small plane crashed at London Southend Airport on Sunday moments after takeoff, news agency Reuters reported on Monday, quoting British police, as per India Today.

Vietnam to ban fossil-fuel bikes in central Hanoi

Vietnam will ban fossil-fuel motorcycles and mopeds in the heart of the capital, Hanoi, starting July 2026, as part of a nationwide effort to curb air pollution, state media reported.

50 killed in Gaza as Israel increases aid access

Israel will increase humanitarian access to Gaza under a new deal with the European Union, EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday.

At least 78 dead and dozens missing in Texas floods as more rain looms

At least 78 people have been confirmed dead in central Texas and another 41 are missing following flash floods on Friday.

20 children missing in floods in Texas

Months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours on Texas Hill Country, leaving 24 people dead and many more unaccounted for Friday, including more than 20 girls attending a summer camp.

Thailand's PM suspended by Constitutional Court

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended by the country's Constitutional Court on Tuesday, as it opened a probe into her conduct in a diplomatic spat with Cambodia.

Severe heat waves hit Europe

Major heat waves across Southern Europe have pushed temperatures above 40 C (104 F) in countries including Italy, Spain and Greece, as local authorities issued fresh warnings against the risk of wildfires.

Over 300 flights suspended in Italy due to technical malfunction

A data transmission failure at the Area Control Center in Milan on Saturday evening led to the suspension of over 300 flights in multiple cities across northwest Italy, ANSA news agency reported.

Egypt unearths 3 rock-cut ancient tombs in Aswan's necropolis

Egyptian archaeologists have uncovered three ancient rock-cut tombs in the Qubbet el-Hawa necropolis near Aswan, dating back to the Old Kingdom period (2686-2181 BC), the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said on Satur…

Airports close across Mideast due to Israel-Iran conflict

The conflict has forced most countries in the Middle East to close their airspace. Dozens of airports have stopped all flights or severely reduced operations, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded and others u…

World’s most liveable city for 2025

After a three-year run at the top of the annual list from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), the Austrian capital has been beaten out by “Wonderful, Wonderful Copenhagen.”

One survivor after London-bound plane with 242 on board crashes in India

A London-bound passenger plane crashed in the Indian city of Ahmedabad on Thursday leaving one known survivor from 242 on board, with the jet smashing into buildings housing doctors and their families.

Rescue efforts intensify as SAfrica's flood death toll rises to 57

The death toll in floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape province has risen to 57, a government minister visiting the scene of the disaster said Thursday.

India plane crashes update: passengers list

An Air India AI-171 flight, Boeing 787-8 dreamliner, scheduled to fly from Ahmedabad to London, crashed during take-off at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon.

World fertility rates in 'unprecedented decline', UN says

Namrata Nangia and her husband have been toying with the idea of having another child since their five-year-old daughter was born.

Plastic pollution reached 'unprecedented' levels

Plastic pollution in the world's oceans has reached "unprecedented levels" over the past 15 years, a new study has found, calling for a legally binding international treaty to stop the harmful waste.

ICIMOD joins hands with ADB to tackle climate hazards in Himalayas

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed ICIMOD to act as one of three technical implementing partners in a major initiative designed to transform climate and disaster risk reduction in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH…

Vietnam scraps two-child limit as birth rate declines

Vietnam's communist government has scrapped its long-standing policy of limiting families to two children, state media said Wednesday, as the country battles to reverse a declining birth rate.

151 die, thousands displaced due to flood in Nigeria

At least 151 people have now been confirmed dead after heavy rainfall unleashed flooding in a market town in north-central Nigeria, the local emergency services told The Associated Press on Saturday.

Elon Musk leaves Trump administration

Elon Musk is leaving his government role as a top adviser to President Donald Trump after spearheading efforts to reduce and overhaul the federal bureaucracy.

COVID-19 surges in Thailand with 67,484 cases in 7 days

The dominant strain is the Omicron variant JN.1, with a cumulative total of 211,717 cases and 51 deaths this year. Since the Songkran period, 14 clusters have been identified, the department added.

SpaceX launches another Starship rocket

After back-to-back explosions, SpaceX launched its mega rocket Starship again on Tuesday evening, but fell short of the main objectives when the spacecraft tumbled out of control and broke apart.

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on smart phones

President Donald Trump threatened a 50% tax on all imports from the European Union as well a 25% tariff on smartphones unless those products are made in America.

Trump administration ends Harvard's ability to enrol international students

The Trump administration has moved to end Harvard's ability to enrol international students, escalating a standoff with America's oldest university.

2 Israeli embassy staff members killed outside Jewish museum in Washington, DC

The two people shot Wednesday night near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC were a “young couple about to be engaged,” according to Yechiel Leiter, the Israeli ambassador to the US.

At least 21 killed in crash in Mexico, official says

At least 21 people have been killed in a road accident in central Mexico, according to a local official.

32 airports closed due to India-Pak standoff set to reopen

Civil aviation authorities have decided to reopen 32 airports that were shut for civil flight operations following last week’s armed conflict between India and Pakistan, official sources said on Monday.

World's political and religious leaders congratulate new Pope Leo XIV

Leaders of countries and religions around the world have offered their congratulations and well wishes to the new Pope Leo XIV.

Red Cross Day being marked today

The World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is being marked today in different countries of the globe with the theme 'Keeping Humanity Alive'.

What China said after India’s actions against terror targets in Pakistan, PoK under 'Operation Sindoor'

China on Wednesday called for restraint from both India and Pakistan, expressing concern over the escalating tensions following Indian forces' "Operation Sindoor" against terror camps across the border on early Wednesday…

Xi's upcoming visit to deepen China-Russia ties, bolster global peace

At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Russia from Wednesday to Saturday and attend in Moscow.

Tourist boats capsize in China storm, 10 dead

Four boats capsized in a sudden storm at a tourist spot in southwestern China, killing 10 people, state media said Monday.

Australia PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win

Labor's Anthony Albanese has defied the so-called "incumbency curse" to be re-elected Australia's prime minister in a landslide.

S. Korea's ex-prime minister announces presidential run

Han Duck-soo, South Korea's former prime minister, on Friday announced his presidential run after stepping down on the previous day.

Amazing Drone Animation in the Skies of Tianjin, China-Guinness World Records

Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

NASA's oldest active astronaut returns to Earth on 70th birthday

Cake, gifts and a low-key family celebration may be how many senior citizens picture their 70th birthday.

Christie's to host auction of artifacts in South Korea to support Sung-Taek's Himalayan expeditions

Christie's, a world-leading art and luxury business, is set to auction China's national treasure-class artifacts in June to support an ambitious Himalayan project.

Myanmar frees around 4,900 prisoners

The head of Myanmar's military government granted amnesty to around 4,900 prisoners to mark the country's traditional new year, state-run media reported Thursday, and an independent watchdog said they included at least …

World Heritage Day being celebrated today

The World Heritage Day is being observed today to raise public awareness about heritage preservation.

Telescope finds promising hints of life on distant planet

Scientists have found new but tentative evidence that a faraway world orbiting another star may be home to life.

Visa cancellations sow panic for international students

At least 790 students at more than 120 colleges and universities have had their visas revoked or their legal status terminated in recent weeks.

Xi meets Malaysia's king

Chinese President Xi Jinping met here Wednesday with Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.

Australian doctor dies at Gorakshep near Everest Base Camp

A 54-year-old Australian doctor died in Gorakshep in the Khumbu region while returning from Everest Base Camp.

Trump freezes $2bn in Harvard funding after university rejects demands

The Trump administration has said it is freezing more than $2bn (£1.5bn) in federal funds for Harvard University, hours after the elite college rejected a list of demands from the White House.

6 injured in U.S. Texas house explosion

Six people were injured and at least 24 homes damaged after a two-story house exploded on Sunday in Austin, the capital city of the U.S. state of Texas, authorities said.

Quake recovery blunts water festival

Several Southeast Asian countries kicked off their annual water festival holiday on Sunday, but in the wake of a devastating earthquake last month, Myanmar is missing out on the fun.

China raises additional tariffs to 125% on U.S. imports

China will raise the additional tariffs on products imported from the United States to 125 per cent, effective from Saturday, the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council announced Friday.

African conservationists struggle to save vultures

Vultures have an image problem. Seen as ugly and associated with death, they are among the least loved animals in the world. But conservationists in Africa are trying to change that.

At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding came Saturday for parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of severe storms that also spawned deadly tornadoes.

Torrential rain, flash flooding expected in South and Midwest US

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding was expected to hit Saturday in parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of severe storms that in some cases spawned deadly tornadoes.

Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,085 as more bodies found

The death toll from the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar nearly a week ago rose Thursday to 3,085 as more bodies were found by search and rescue teams, the military-led government said.

Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 2,700 as hope fades for finding more survivors

The death toll from the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar has surpassed 2,700, with thousands more injured, Myanmar media reported Tuesday.

Tajik, Kyrgyz and Uzbek presidents sign historical treaty to boost regional cooperation

The presidents of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan signed a treaty on the junction point of their national borders in Khujand, Tajikistan's second-largest city, on Monday.

Earthquake compounds Myanmar's humanitarian crisis as the death toll passes 2,000

The death toll in last week's massive earthquake in Myanmar has passed 2,000, state media said Monday, as accounts of some people's last moments emerged: Two hundred Buddhist monks crushed by a collapsing monastery.

Chinese rescuers save 4 lives in 7 hours in quake-stricken Myanmar

Chinese rescuers successfully pulled out another survivor at the Sky Villa residential area in Mandalay, Myanmar, at about 7:20 local time on Monday.

Myanmar quake death toll rises to 1,644 as resistance movement announces partial ceasefire

A unilateral partial ceasefire to facilitate earthquake relief efforts was announced on Saturday by Myanmar's shadow National Unity Government, which coordinates the popular struggle against the ruling military.

Over 1,000 dead in Myanmar's devastating quake, with int'l aid and rescue operations underway

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake, followed by a 6.4 magnitude aftershock minutes later, struck Myanmar's Mandalay region on Friday, causing massive casualties and damage in multiple countries.

King Charles briefly hospitalised after suffering side effects from cancer treatment

King Charles III was briefly hospitalized on Thursday after suffering side effects from his cancer treatment, according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace, The New York Times reported.

Tourist submarine sinks off Egypt, 6 dead, 9 injured

Six people died and nine others were injured after a tourist submarine sank in the popular Egyptian Red Sea destination of Hurghada, two municipal officials said Thursday.

Death toll rises to 26 as nation battles worst-ever wildfires in North Gyeongsang

Wind-fueled wildfires that ravaged the southeastern province of North Gyeongsang have killed at least 26 and injured another 30, as the nation is battling the worst-ever forest fires.

World’s longest-serving death row prisoner awarded $1.4 million after acquittal – that’s $85 for each day

A Japanese man who spent more than 40 years on death row until he was acquitted last year has been awarded $1.4 million in compensation, a court said on Tuesday – roughly $85 for each day he was wrongfully convicted.

1,300-year-old temple destroyed as wildfires ravage South Korea, killing 18 people

A centuries-old Buddhist temple has been destroyed as South Korea struggles to contain ‘unprecedented’ wildfires ravaging the country’s southeast that have killed at least 18 people.

Choppers, troops deployed to battle wildfire

South Korean authorities said Monday they would deploy dozens of helicopters and thousands of firefighters and soldiers as they struggle to control multiple wildfires in the southeast, which have been burning for days.

Chinese electric carmaker BYD sales beat Tesla

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has reported annual revenue for 2024 that has leapfrogged rival Tesla.

Samsung co-CEO Han Jong-Hee dies at 63

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee died from cardiac arrest on Tuesday, according to a spokesperson for the South Korean tech giant. Han was 63.

Europe pressures USAID to return unspent money

Three European allies provided millions of dollars that the United States was supposed to spend for low-income countries.

Mexicans protest for victims of latest mass grave discovery

Protesters gathered across Mexico on Saturday to demand justice following a grisly discovery of charred bones, shoes and clothing at a suspected drug cartel training ground.

At least 34 dead as tornadoes tear through southern US

At least 34 people have died in the US - including 12 in Missouri alone - after deadly tornadoes tore through several south-eastern states, flipping cars and flattening homes.

Measles cases double in Europe in 2024 to 25-year high

Measles cases doubled in Europe in 2024 to a 25-year high, the World Health Organization said on Thursday, stressing the importance of vaccinations to curb the illness' spread.

New Zealand's food prices up 2.4 pct annually: statistics

New Zealand's food prices rose by 2.4 percent in the year leading up to February 2025, after a 2.3 percent increase in the 12 months to January 2025, according to the statistics department Stats NZ on Friday.

No injuries reported after American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver Int'l Airport

Passengers were evacuated Thursday evening from an American Airlines plane after a fire was reported, and no injuries were reported, according to Fox 8.

Ex-Philippines President Duterte on ICC warrant

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday on a warrant from the International Criminal Court accusing him of crimes against humanity, the Philippine government said.

Hundreds of flights cancelled as strikes hit German airports

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled across Germany as airport workers stage a nationwide strike over pay, posing a major disruption for air travellers.

Indonesians seek escape as anger rises over quality of life

Anger at the quality of life in Southeast Asia's biggest economy.

Global food prices rise in February: FAO

The FAO Food Price Index rose 1.6 percent compared to January and was 8.2 percent higher than a year earlier.

Storm death toll hits 15 in southern Argentina

The death toll from the intense storm that struck the southern Argentine port city of Bahia Blanca on Friday has risen to 15, local authorities said Sunday.

Update: China to impose additional tariffs on some Canadian products after anti-discrimination probe

China announced Saturday that it will impose additional tariffs on some products imported from Canada

South Korean fighter jets accidentally bomb homes, injuring at least 29 people

South Korean fighter jets accidentally bombed homes during a live-fire drill with US forces, injuring more than two dozen people on Thursday

Israel cuts off food and supplies to Gaza

Israel's cutoff of food, fuel, medicine and other supplies to Gaza's 2 million people.

Roundup: Chinese toy brands draw attention at New York toy fair

The tariff policies brought in by the Trump administration have created new challenges for toy manufacturers. While innovating product designs, Chinese toy makers are also rethinking pricing and production strategies to …

Chinese yuan strengthens to 7.1739 against USD Tuesday

Chinese yuan strengthens to 7.1739 against USD Tuesday

Chinese company signs 557-mln-USD infrastructure construction contracts in Kuwait

China Gezhouba Group Company Limited (CGGC) on Monday signed two major contracts worth a total of 557 million U.S. dollars with Kuwait's Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW).

China Focus: China hits new landmark in global quantum computing race

Chinese scientists unveiled a superconducting quantum computer prototype named "Zuchongzhi 3.0" with 105 qubits.

South Korea birth rate rises first time in decade

South Korea's birth rate rose last year for the first time in a decade, official data showed on Wednesday, bucking a trend for a country battling a demographic crisis.

Trump says 25% tariffs on EU will be announced soon

US President Donald Trump has said he is planning to hit goods made in the European Union with tariffs of 25%, claiming the bloc was created to "screw the United States".

Animals and plants losing genetic diversity

Two-thirds of animal and plant populations are declining in genetic diversity, which makes it harder to adapt to environmental changes, according to research published Wednesday.

Tanahun Hydropower builds resting place to protect vultures

The under-construction 140-megawatt Tanahun Hydropower Project has built a 'vulture resting place' to protect vultures.

Dozens killed as fire engulfs Turkish ski hotel

At least 76 people have been killed in a fire that engulfed a popular Turkish ski resort hotel, leaving some to jump out of windows.

Rain-triggered landslide kills 16 in Indonesia

A landslide triggered by heavy rain on Indonesia's main island of Java has killed at least 16 people with three others missing, disaster officials said Tuesday.

Oscars push back nominations announcement amid California wildfires

The Oscar nominations are being pushed back almost a week from their original date amid the ongoing California wildfires.

Scientists identify new blood group after 50 year mystery

When a pregnant woman had her blood sampled back in 1972, doctors discovered it was mysteriously missing a surface molecule found on all other known red blood cells at the time.

Myanmar releases thousands of prisoners to mark Independence Day

Myanmar's military government has released more than 6,000 prisoners and has reduced other inmates' sentences as part of a mass amnesty marking the 77th anniversary of independence from Britain on Saturday.

Human Rights Day being observed today

International Human Rights Day is observed globally on December 10th every year.

Earth experiences second-warmest November on record

Earth just experienced its second-warmest November on record — second only to 2023 — making it all but certain that 2024 will end as the hottest year ever measured, according to a report Monday by European climate ser…

Tsunami warning cancelled after magnitude 7 earthquake strikes California coast

A strong 7.0 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of northern California, according to the US Geological Survey.

$300bn a year deal for climate cash at UN summit sparks outrage

United Nations climate talks adopted a deal to inject at least $300 billion annually in humanity's fight against climate change, aimed at helping developing nations cope with the ravages of global warming in tense negot…

Thousands flock to NZ capital in huge Māori protests

More than 40,000 people have protested outside New Zealand’s parliament against a proposed bill seeking to reinterpret the country's founding document between British colonisers and Māori people.

Int'l Red Cross bags Sydney Peace Prize

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has bagged the Sydney Peace Prize for this year.

Tropical Storm Sara makes landfall in northern Honduras and brings heavy rain to Central America

Tropical Storm Sara made landfall in northern Honduras late Thursday and threatened to dump torrential rains across parts of Central America and southern Mexico.

COP29 kicks off today: Nepal presenting glaring examples of climate change induced risks

The 29th Conference (COP29) of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has begun in Baku, Azerbaijan, today. The COP will continue till November 22.

Donald Trump wins the White House in a political comeback

Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday.

Spain sends more troops to flood zone as public anger rises

Another 2,500 soldiers arrived in the flood-hit east of Spain on Monday to reinforce efforts to locate bodies and clear debris, as government officials traded blame over how the worst flooding in decades has been handled…

USA goes to presidential polls today

Election Day is nearly upon us. In a matter of hours, the final votes in the 2024 presidential election will be cast.

At least 158 killed in Spain’s catastrophic floods as authorities continue search for bodies

Crews searched for bodies in stranded cars and sodden buildings Thursday as residents salvaged what they could from their ruined homes following monstrous flash floods in Spain that claimed at least 158 lives, with 155 d…

Slight progress in global biodiversity protection efforts

Global efforts to protect the world's plants and animals have made slight progress and some species remain in serious decline, according to two reports released Monday at a major United Nations biodiversity summit in Col…

Japan’s ruling coalition loses a majority in the lower house, creating political uncertainty

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’ s ruling coalition lost a majority in the 465-seat lower house in a key parliamentary election Sunday, a punishment by voters’ outrage over the governing party’s extensive finan…

Brazil reaches a $23 billion settlement with mining firms

Brazil's federal government on Friday reached a multibillion-dollar settlement with the mining companies responsible for a 2015 dam collapse that the government said was the country's worst-ever environmental disaster.

Israel conducts 'precise strikes' against Iran

Israel announced the launch of "precise strikes" on military targets in Iran on Saturday in retaliation for Iranian attacks, as an AFP journalist in Tehran reported hearing several explosions.

Storm blows away from northern Philippines leaving 65 dead but forecasters warn it may do a U-turn

Tropical Storm Trami blew away from the northwestern Philippines on Friday, leaving at least 65 people dead in landslides and extensive flooding that forced authorities to scramble for more rescue boats to save thousands…

Huawei releases homegrown HarmonyOS NEXT operating system

Chinese tech giant Huawei on Tuesday released HarmonyOS NEXT, its self-developed operating system built independent of Android architecture.

Musk v Ambani: Billionaires battle over India's satellite internet

The race between two of the world’s richest men, Elon Musk and Mukesh Ambani, is intensifying as they prepare to face off in India’s satellite broadband market.

Blinken heads to Israel to revive Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar death

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel on Tuesday, the first stop of a wider Middle East tour aimed at reviving Gaza ceasefire talks and discussing the enclave’s future following the death of Hamas leade…

Cuba grid collapses again, hurricane heaps on misery

Cuba’s electrical grid collapsed again on Sunday, the fourth such failure in 48 hours, with a hurricane making landfall to compound the island’s misery and threaten further havoc on its decrepit infrastructure.

Trump and Harris trade bitter attacks in battleground blitz

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have been ramping up personal attacks on each other as the White House rivals blitzed battleground states 16 days before the election.

National-level AI, digital education to be launched for adults over 30 in South Korea

To enhance the nation’s digital skills and competitiveness, South Korea is rolling out a new initiative aimed at improving digital capabilities among adults aged 30 and older.

Drone maker DJI sues Pentagon over Chinese military listing

China-based DJI sued the US Defense Department on Friday for adding the drone maker to a list of companies allegedly working with Beijing’s military, saying the designation is wrong and has caused the company significan…

In Modi’s Delhi, Indian Muslims segregate to seek security

In February 2020, Nasreen and her husband Tofik were living in Shiv Vihar, an upcoming neighbourhood in northeast New Delhi.

India’s alleged interference in Canada was ‘horrific mistake,’ Trudeau says

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday said India made “a horrific mistake” by thinking it could interfere as aggressively as it allegedly did in Canada’s sovereignty.

Nobel Prize in medicine honors 2 US scientists

Two scientists won the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine on Monday for their discovery of microRNA, tiny bits of genetic material that serve as on and off switches inside cells that help control what the cells do and…

School bus catches fire in Thailand with 44 people on board

At least 16 people were hospitalised in Thailand on Tuesday when a school bus carrying an estimated 44 students and teachers on a field trip caught fire on the outskirts of the capital Bangkok, the government said.

Ancient African tree providing 'superfood' to people yet

Since childhood, Loveness Bhitoni has collected fruit from the gigantic baobab trees surrounding her homestead in Zimbabwe to add variety to the family’s staple corn and millet diet. The 50-year-old Bhitoni never saw th…

Lebanon hospitals race to treat surge of injuries caused by pager attack

Hospitals in Lebanon raced to treat a sudden surge of thousands of patients, including Hezbollah members, who were wounded in a coordinated attack targeting hundreds of pagers used by the militant group.

At least 15 dead and thousands hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru

Wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead and more than 3,000 hectares (11.58 square miles) of cultivated land and natural areas scorched, authorities said Monday.

The Taliban have suspended polio vaccination campaigns in Afghanistan

The Taliban have suspended polio vaccination campaigns in Afghanistan, the U.N. said Monday.

Trump rules out another presidential debate against Harris

Donald Trump has ruled out another presidential debate against his rival Kamala Harris before November's election.

At least 17 pupils killed in Kenya school fire - police

At least 17 pupils have died after a school in central Kenya caught fire on Thursday night, police said.

A rusty smudge: What will happen as the Titanic wreck disintegrates

The wreck of the Titanic is showing clear signs of decay on the sea floor at its resting place miles below the surface. What will its final fate be?

Māori king's daughter crowned as king buried

A new queen was crowned as the eighth Māori monarch in New Zealand as her father, Kiingi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, was laid to rest.

Israel says bodies of six Gaza hostages recovered

Israel says its forces have recovered the bodies of six hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Israel agrees to pauses in fighting for polio vaccine drive

Israel has agreed to a series of “humanitarian pauses” in Gaza to allow for the vaccination of children against polio, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.

Strong storm lashes Japan with torrential rains, winds

A strong storm lashed southern Japan with torrential rain and strong winds Thursday, causing at least three deaths as it started a crawl up the length of the archipelago and raised concerns of flooding, landslides and ex…

Three dead as Typhoon Shanshan hits southern Japan

Aug.29: A powerful typhoon has made landfall in Japan, with three people already confirmed dead.

Debate showdown between Trump and Harris set for September

ABC News has said it will host the first debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on 10 September.

Xi meets Italian prime minister, calls for upholding Silk Road spirit

BEIJING, July 29 Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni here on Monday.

Xi's Olympic moments: Chinese president dedicated to promoting sports

Chinese President Xi Jinping has a profound connection to the Olympic Movement.

UK government declares country 'broke and broken'

Britain's government declared the country was "broke and broken" ahead of an assessment of the public finances on Monday which the newly-elected Labour Party will use to blame their predecessors for a 20 billion pound ($…

Russia offers help to revive Pakistan Steel Mills

Russian Consul General Viktorovich on Saturday offered Russia’s help in reviving the Steel Mills in Karachi.

Donald Trump was hit by a bullet, confirms FBI

Former US president Donald Trump was indeed hit by an assassin's bullet or a fragment of one, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said Friday, putting to rest questions over the nature of the Republican candidate's wound…

Thousands evacuate as California’s fire becomes eighth largest in state’s history

The fast-moving wildfire in northern California has affected a larger size of the area—making it the eighth largest Park Fire of the state.

Chinese-Built bridge spurs local business growth in Croatia

Since its inauguration in July 2022, the Chinese-built Peljesac Bridge in Croatia has significantly boosted local businesses, creating new economic opportunities and facilitating smoother transportation on the Adriatic c…

China, U.S. agree to maintain communication at all levels

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met here on Satuday to exchange views on bilateral relations, agreeing to maintain communication at all levels and further implement the importa…

UN chief urges global action to tackle extreme heat

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called for global action to tackle extreme heat, as "extreme temperatures are no longer a one day, one week or one month phenomenon."

Dropping out of presidential race aimed at uniting nation: Joe Biden

President Joe Biden said on Wednesday he is "passing the torch to a new generation" as he explained his abrupt departure from the 2024 presidential race to Americans for the first time on Wednesday night, in an Oval Offi…

Tanker with 1,500 tonnes of oil sinks off Philippines

A tanker carrying close to 1.5 million litres of industrial fuel has capsized and sank off the Philippine capital on Thursday, causing an oil spill, officials say.

China essential partner for Brazil's economic growth: Brazilian president

China plays an essential role in the economic growth of Brazil, and Brazil hopes to forge a "new strategic partnership" between the two countries, said Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Monday.

U.S. secret service director resigns following attempted assassination of Trump

U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned on Tuesday after widespread outrage over the agency's failure to prevent the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pe…

July 21 marks hottest day on record worldwide: climate change service

The Earth experienced its warmest day in recent history on July 21, with the daily global average temperature reaching a new record high, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service on Tuesday.

Far apart, close in heart -- China-LatAmerica cooperation embarks on new voyage

A decade ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping put forward the initiative of building a China-Latin America community with a shared future for the first time at the China-Latin American and Caribbean Countries Leaders' Meeti…

Bangladesh PM blames political foes for violence

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has blamed her political opponents for the deadly unrest in the country, adding she was "forced" to impose a curfew for public safety.

Protestors ready for massive rally in US heartland during Netanyahu's visit

Activists opposing Israel's war on Gaza and Washington's continuous support for its Middle Eastern ally, plan protests at the US Capitol on Wednesday to coincide with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's US visit …

Myanmar's Acting President transfers duties to SAC Chairman due to health condition

The duties of Myanmar's Acting President U Myint Swe were transferred to Chairman of the State Administration Council (SAC) Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the state-run Myanmar Radio and Television (MRTV) reported on Mo…

Harris vows to win after Biden drops out of presidential race in shock decision

US President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats.

Ukrainian nationalist ex-MP shot dead in Lviv street

A former Ukrainian nationalist MP has died after being shot on the street in the western city of Lviv.

President Muizzu calls on Israel to end unlawful settlement policies

Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, on Friday, has called upon Israel to immediately end its unlawful settlement policies in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Trump accepts Republican presidential nomination

Former U.S. President Donald Trump formally accepted the GOP presidential nomination Thursday night at the Republican National Convention being held in Milwaukee, the U.S. state of Wisconsin.

Challenges for aid deliveries in northern Gaza increase: UN

Workers delivering relief to northern Gaza, in addition to everyday Gaza challenges, must now coordinate with Israeli authorities before passing through a military checkpoint, UN humanitarians said on Thursday.

Cambodia-China traditional friendship to be further deepened: Cambodian king

Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni said on Wednesday that China is an eternal friend of Cambodia, and the traditional friendship between the two countries will be further deepened as cooperation in various fields will achie…

Biden tests positive for Covid, White House says

Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is suffering mild symptoms, the White House has said.

Tianmen grand bridge under construction in China's Guizhou

The 1,553-meter grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou.

China-Russia joint maritime exercise concludes

The China-Russia "Exercise Joint Sea-2024" concluded on Wednesday, with a fleet separation ceremony in waters near Zhanjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province.

Macron accepts PM's resignation, asks him to stay as caretaker

French President Emmanuel Macron has accepted Prime Minister Gabriel Attal's resignation, but asked him to stay as the head of a caretaker cabinet until the formation of a new administration, the French presidential offi…

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez found guilty in corruption case

U.S. Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, who was accused of receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes, including cash, gold bars and a Mercedes-Benz, was found guilty on all counts Tuesday in his federal corrupt…

Maritime drill of China-Russia joint exercise starts

Chinese and Russian fleets set sail from a naval port in Zhanjiang, south China's Guangdong Province, on Monday for a three-day maritime exercise.

Tragedy at Trump rally upends election campaign - for now 4 hours ago

The 2024 election campaign has a new iconic image: Donald Trump, moments after narrowly avoiding serious injury or death from an assassin’s bullets, standing with his fist raised, lines of blood streaked across his face…

Kenyan police pledge 'transparent' probe into dumped bodies

Kenya's under-fire police have pledged a "transparent" investigation following the discovery of eight female bodies dumped in a Nairobi garbage site.

'Cool it down,' Biden tells nation after Trump assassination bid

President Joe Biden sought to calm a divided nation after his rival Donald Trump survived an assassination bid, saying in a rare Oval Office address Sunday it was time to lower the temperature of America's hostile politi…

Donald Trump injured in rally assassination attempt

Former US President Donald Trump was rushed off stage after gunshots erupted at a rally in Pennsylvania in an apparent assassination attempt.

Kenyan president reshuffles Cabinet after weeks of deadly protests

Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday dismissed his Cabinet following three weeks of anti-government protests over tax hikes.

Israeli military orders evacuation of Gaza City

The Israeli military has ordered all Palestinians to leave Gaza City and head south, pressing ahead with a fresh offensive across the north, south and centre of the war-stricken territory that has killed dozens of people…

Chinese-built road modernization project for DR Congo breaks ground

A ground-breaking ceremony for a rehabilitation and modernization project on the N1 National Road in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was held Wednesday in the village of Nguba, southeastern province of Lualaba…

Chief scientist of China's FAST telescope awarded Marcel Grossmann Award

Chinese radio astronomer Li Di was awarded the Marcel Grossmann Award on Tuesday for his research contributions in the field of fast radio burst (FRBs).

At least 25 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrike on school in S. Gaza: sources

At least 25 Palestinians were killed and some others wounded in an Israeli airstrike targeting a school in the city of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, Palestinian sources said Tuesday.

First Ren 'ai Jiao ecological survey documentary: "Ren 'ai Jiao: Teardrop of the Nansha Islands" release

The China Media Group Voice of the South China Sea released on July 8 its first documentary on the ecological survey of Ren 'ai Jiao, which is called “Ren'ai Jiao: Teardrop of the Nansha Islands.”

Reformist Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential runoff election

Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian won Iran’s runoff presidential election Saturday, besting hard-liner Saeed Jalili by promising to reach out to the West and ease enforcement on the country’s mandatory headscarf la…

Architectural marvels in Dushanbe stand as testament to China-Tajikistan friendship

In Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, two newly constructed building compounds on Rudaki Avenue stand less than a kilometer apart. These architectural marvels shine brilliantly under the sunlight.

UK PM Rishi Sunak concedes defeat with Labour set for landslide election win

The U.K.’s opposition Labour Party is on course to win a huge parliamentary majority in the country’s general election, unseating the incumbent Conservatives after 14 years.

Throughput of SCO Int'l Logistics Park in E China hits 289 million tonnes

The park has built a multimodal logistics system comprising roads, railways, rivers, and the sea, which also integrates industries such as new materials and new energy besides modern logistics.

Xi kicks off state visit to Tajikistan, eyeing new heights in bilateral cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived here on Thursday night, commencing his state visit to Tajikistan following a busy schedule at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Removing banking issues to boost Pak-Russia barter trade: PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Wednesday underscored the need for addressing the financial and banking issues to increase barter trade with Russia, which currently stands at around $1 billion.

Egypt's new gov't takes oath

Egypt's new cabinet has been sworn in before Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi at the Al-Ittihadiya Palace in the Egyptian capital Cairo on Wednesday, the state-run Nile TV reported.

Xi says China, Azerbaijan upgrade bilateral relations to strategic partnership

China and Azerbaijan have upgraded bilateral relations to strategic partnership, which is a new positioning and a new starting point, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here on Wednesday when meeting with Azerbaijani Pre…

Xi urges China, Russia to continue strengthening alignment of development strategies

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged China and Russia to continue to strengthen the alignment of development strategies and international strategic coordination.

Haiti's gang violence has displaced 300,000 children, the UN says

Gang violence in Haiti has displaced more than 300,000 children since March, the U.N. children's agency said Tuesday as the Caribbean country struggles to curb killings and kidnappings.

US asks Pakistan to respect people’s rights

The US Department of State on Monday urged Pakistan to respect the rights of its people, human rights and fundamental freedoms.

UNGA adopts China-proposed resolution to enhance int'l cooperation on AI capacity-building

The 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday unanimously adopted the resolution, proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 140 countries, on strengthening international cooperation in the capacity build…

U.S. Supreme Court rules Trump has some immunity from criminal prosecution

U.S. Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee, has some immunity from criminal charges for trying to reverse the 2020 election results, which makes a trial bef…

Heavy bombardment continues in Gaza City's Shujaiya district

Heavy battles and bombardment hit Gaza City's Shujaiya district for a fourth day on Sunday, months after the Israeli army declared Hamas's command structure dismantled in the northern area.

Signboard with three languages in Rasuwagadhi trade transit point

The immigration office based in Rasuwagadhi has brought into use the signboard with three languages so as to ease travel of domestic and foreign tourists.

"A just cause finds great support": Xi Jinping and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization

On June 15, 2001, then heads of state of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan gathered in Shanghai. Together, they announced the creation of a new regional group on the Eurasian continent -- …

Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence -- timeless guide for int'l relations

Seventy years ago, an idea featuring mutual respect and peaceful coexistence among nations, the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, was put forward by China, and has since guided its relations with neighboring count…

UN: Every day, 10 Gaza children lose one or both legs due to Israel's war

Ten children per day are losing one or both of their legs in Israel's genocidal war in besieged Gaza, the head of the UN agency supporting Palestinian refugees said.

World Bank approves $150 million to improve primary healthcare services in Sri Lanka

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved $150 million in financing for Sri Lanka to improve the quality and utilization of its primary healthcare services. The newly approved Sri Lanka Primary Healthc…

Death toll rises in Russia's Dagestan region after militant attack

More than 15 policemen and several civilians, including an Orthodox priest, were killed by armed militants in Russia’s southern republic of Dagestan on Sunday, its governor Sergei Melikov said in a video statement early…

More than 1,000 feared dead in Hajj pilgrimage heat wave

The official death toll from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has soared to almost 500 and the true toll could be more than double that as reports emerged that as many as 600 Egyptian worshipers perished on the route to Mecc…

"Two Countries, Twin Parks" yields fruits in China and Malaysia

China-Malaysia Qinzhou Industrial Park, situated in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park (MCKIP), located in Pahang state of Malaysia, opened respectively in 2012 and…

China Cultural Center in Budapest opens its doors

The China Cultural Center in Budapest sprung into life on Thursday, with an opening event featuring a photo exhibition and an interactive tea show.

11 dead, over 60 missing in shipwrecks off Italian coast

Two shipwrecks occurred Monday off the Italian coasts, killing at least 11 migrants, while another 66 remain missing, the Italian authorities said.

Bird flu lethal to some animals, but not to others

In the last two years, bird flu has been blamed for the deaths of millions of wild and domestic birds worldwide.

Massive solar storm hits Mars, revealing a risk for future astronauts

When the sun unleashed an extreme solar storm and hit Mars in May, it engulfed the red planet with auroras and an influx of charged particles and radiation, according to NASA.

Several hospitalized and one dead after record heatwave strikes Cyprus

An elderly woman has died and several other people have been hospitalized with heatstroke symptoms as temperatures in Cyprus soared on Friday to an all-time June high of 45 degrees Celsius, the country's health authorit…

Greek PM reshuffles cabinet

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reshuffled his cabinet, a Greek government spokesperson announced Friday in a televised statement.

Crypto aliens might be living among us disguised as humans

The longstanding fascination with extraterrestrial life has taken a new turn with a recent study from Harvard University suggesting that alien beings could be living covertly alongside humans on Earth.

As UNSC votes for Gaza truce, Israel moves to conscript ultra-Orthodox Jews

Israel's parliament has moved ahead with a contentious law on conscripting ultra-Orthodox religious students into the military amid angry scenes in the Knesset as families of some of the Gaza hostages demanded more actio…

Palestinians recall horrors "not even in nightmares" after Nuseirat refugee camp attacks

Pedestrians can hardly walk through the streets of the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza Strip on Sunday, which has been transformed overnight into a devastated area with the smell of death.

Nasa ’Earthrise’ astronaut dies at 90 in plane crash

Apollo 8 astronaut Bill Anders, who snapped one of the most famous photographs taken in outer space, has died at the age of 90.

UN highlights urgent marine conservation needs, action

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a collective effort among governments, businesses, investors, scientists, and communities "to defend our oceans."

Serbia unveils Chinese-built high-speed train in Belgrade

A new Chinese-built high-speed train was unveiled in Belgrade on Friday during a ceremony attended by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic.

UN passes China-proposed resolution to establish International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations

The 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday unanimously adopted a China-proposed resolution to establish the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations.

Innovative tunneling machines propel China's modern construction

As the construction of modern infrastructure such as railways, highways and water conservancy projects heavily relies on tunnel boring machines (TBMs) or shield machines, Chinese researchers and enterprises have continu…

Xi says education exchanges matter to future of China-U.S. ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that China-U.S. education exchanges and cooperation, a project for the future of bilateral relations, help promote mutual understanding and friendship between the two peoples, especi…

Famine possibly underway in northern Gaza

Independent group of experts warned Tuesday that it's possible that famine is underway in northern Gaza but that the war between Israel and Hamas and restrictions on humanitarian access have impeded the data collection …

Russia-China relations based on common interests, conducive to world stability: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that the development of Russia-China relations, based on profound common interests, is conducive to world stability.

Centre asked to honour promises made with people of merged districts

The opposition alliance, Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Ain-e-Pakistan and elected members from the ex-tribal areas, Tuesday asked the federal government to fulfill its promises made to the erstwhile Fata, claiming the situation w…

Global outcry grows against Israel's plan to label UNRWA as terrorist group

Qatar and Saudi Arabia have condemned an Israeli parliamentary bill that seeks to label UNRWA, the main provider of aid for Palestinians in Gaza, a "terrorist group", joining a growing number of nations opposed to the pr…

What Trump’s conviction means for the election

Former United States President Donald Trump has been found guilty in a historic criminal hush-money trial, in a decision that could shake up the 2024 election campaign.

Webb telescope finds most distant galaxy ever observed, again

The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered what appears to be a new record-holder for the most distant known galaxy, a remarkably bright star system that existed just 290 million years after the Big Bang, Nasa said o…

Donald Trump becomes first US president convicted of a crime

The jury in a hush money trial in New York has convicted the former president and presumptive 2024 Republican nominee Donald Trump on all 34 counts of falsifying business records.

UN remembers its fallen peacekeepers

The world body on Thursday held events at its headquarters in New York to honor the memory of the UN peacekeepers who lost their lives since 1948.

World's richest woman richer than Elon Musk?

World’s richest woman is Francoise Bettencourt Meyers with a net worth of $97.1 billion.

China sets up largest-ever $47 billion chip fund

China has poured more than $47 billion into the country’s largest-ever chip investment fund, a business database showed on Monday, as Beijing seeks self-sufficiency in the crucial semiconductor manufacturing sector.

Chinese premier urges China, Japan, S. Korea to reject external disruption

Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here Monday that China, Japan and South Korea should strive to reject external disruption and stay committed to harmonious coexistence and mutual support.

China, US, India, France compete for SL’s graphite deposits

In another example of the global spotlight on Sri Lanka’s strategic assets and resources, China, India, the United States and France are in a competition to secure investments in the country’s graphite sector, the Dai…

As many as 2,000 people feared buried under Papua New Guinea landslide

As many as 2,000 people are feared to have been buried by last week’s massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, according to the country’s National Disaster Centre, as rescuers scramble to find any survivors in the remot…

World's 300-year-old stash of gold, silver coins discovered in Poland

A 300-year-old stash of gold and silver coins that previously belonged to a renowned con artist has been discovered by metal detectorists in a Polish mountain range.

China-Europe freight train trips surpass 90,000

A train fully loaded with diverse goods departed from Xi'an, the capital city of northwest China's Shaanxi Province on Saturday morning, bound for Malaszewicze, Poland, marking a significant milestone as the total numbe…

Centre to sell 15pc stake in Reko Diq project to Saudi Arabia

After refusal of Barrick Gold Corporation to sell out its stakes in the multibillion-dollar Reko Diq project, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed in principle to strike a deal whereby Islamabad is ready to sell its 15…

Raisi’s death unlikely to change Iran foreign policy

The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash could lead to a period of political instability but is unlikely to change Iran´s foreign policy or its role in the Middle East, analysts said on Monday.

Julian Assange wins High Court victory in case against extradition to U.S.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Monday won a victory in his ongoing battle against extradition from the United Kingdom (UK) to the United States, after the High Court in London granted him permission to appeal.

Iran to hold presidential election on June 28

Iran's government decided on Monday that the country's 14th presidential election would be held on June 28, the official news agency IRNA reported.

23 Nations to Gather on Chandragiri Hills for International Experts Dialogue on Mountain, People and Climate

Nepal invites 23 countries in an event, International Experts Dialogue on mountain, People and Climate, scheduled for 22nd and 23rd May which two days continuous, starting today. Nepal has prepared itself to raise united…

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Dies In Chopper Crash: Iran Media

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died when their helicopter crashed as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog, an Iranian official told news agency Reuters.

Mexico's cartel violence haunts civilians

Tailed by trucks of heavily armed soldiers, four caskets floated on a sea of hundreds of mourners.

US House votes to force weapons shipments to Israel, rebuking Biden

The Republican-led US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday that would force President Joe Biden to send weapons to Israel, seeking to rebuke the Democrat for delaying bomb shipments as he urges Israel to do…

Nearly 76M internally displaced people globally — report

Conflict in Sudan and Israel's brutal war on Gaza have pushed the number of internally displaced people (IDPs) worldwide to a record 75.9 million at the end of 2023, an NGO monitor said.

Australia raises minimum savings requirement for student visa

The Australian government has raised the savings requirement for international student visa applicants.

First human to receive transplanted pig kidney dies

A man with end-stage renal disease who earlier this year became the first human to receive a new kidney from a genetically modified pig has died, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston said.

Wall collapse kills 3 children in Vietnam's capital Hanoi

Three children in Vietnam's capital Hanoi were found dead in wall collapse rubble following torrential rain on Sunday night, Vietnam News Agency reported Monday.

Biden not the first US president to cut off weapons to Israel

The president was livid. He had just been shown pictures of civilians killed by Israeli shelling, including a small baby with an arm blown off. He ordered aides to get the Israeli prime minister on the phone and then dr…

UN General Assembly backs Palestinian bid for UN membership

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday adopted a resolution supporting the Palestinian bid to become a full UN member by recognizing it as qualified to join and recommending that the Security Council "reconsider the m…

China, Hungary elevate ties to all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership

China and Hungary decided Thursday to elevate bilateral relations to an all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership for the new era.

China, Serbia decide to build community with shared future

China and Serbia have decided on Wednesday to build a community with a shared future, an upgrade of their relations from the comprehensive strategic partnership established eight years ago.

Putin says Russia bound to achieve goals in development

Russia will overcome all obstacles and achieve its goals in development, Vladimir Putin said Tuesday when he was sworn in as Russian president.

UN chief urges Israel, Hamas to cease fire, show political courage amidst Gaza crisis

As tensions continue to escalate in Gaza, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday once again called for Israel and Hamas to demonstrate "political courage" and work towards securing a ceasefire.

UNGA to vote on recognising Palestine as full UN member

The United Nations General Assembly [UNGA] could vote on Friday on a draft resolution that would recognise Palestine as qualified to become a full UN member and recommend that the UN Security Council "reconsider the matt…

Israeli army carries out airstrikes on eastern Rafah

The Israeli army carried out on Monday airstrikes on areas in eastern Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, said Palestinian security sources and eyewitnesses.

China, France should uphold independence, jointly fend off "new Cold War" or bloc confrontation: Xi

As the world goes through transformation and turbulence not seen in a century, China and France should uphold independence and jointly prevent a "new Cold War" or bloc confrontation, Chinese President Xi Jinping said her…

Xi, Macron jointly meet the press

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, jointly met the press on Monday.

Interview: Participation in BRI boosts Serbia's overall development -- official

Serbia's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has boosted overall development of the country and its neighbors, said Serbia's Minister of Construction, Transport and Infrastructure Goran Vesic.

This politician is wealthier than Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Mukesh Ambani

Officially, the owner of the luxury goods brand LVMH, Bernard Arnault, may be the richest man on earth, but reports suggest that there is one politician wealthier than them all, NDTV reported.

UNHCR raises alarm as thousands displaced by heavy rainfall in Africa

Thousands of people, including refugees, have been displaced from their homes due to heavy rains in Central and East Africa, the UN refugee agency said on Friday.

Foreign Minister of Japan Yoko paying official visit to Nepal on May 5

Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Kamikawa Yoko is paying an official visit to Nepal on 5 May 2024.

China's home appliance giant Haier inaugurates industrial park in Egypt

China's home appliance giant Haier inaugurated Thursday its first industrial park in Egypt in 10th of Ramadan, a city northeast of Cairo.

US House passes controversial bill targeting student protests

US lawmakers have voted to expand the legal definition of anti-Semitism amid pro-Palestine Student Spring protests that have roiled college campuses nationwide, with critics arguing the legislation unfairly conflates cri…

UN General Assembly to resume emergency special session on Mideast

The UN General Assembly will resume its 10th emergency special session (ESS) on May 10, after Palestine's UN membership bid was blocked by the United States at the Security Council in April.

Talks on capping plastics production wraps up

A fourth and penultimate round of UN-led negotiations to solve global plastic pollution wrapped up in Ottawa early on Tuesday with a world-first pact said to be within reach by year's end but without a cap on the product…

Workers of the world, unite!

Karl Marx and Frederich Engels,the two German intellectuals produced an epoch-making short publication in 1848. Yes, I am referring to The Communist Manifesto. The two have written many books both as a duo and by themsel…

Elon Musk wins official praise for Tesla during surprise visit to China

Elon Musk has made a surprise visit to China as he bids to shore up Tesla’s slumping sales and introduce the carmaker’s self-driving technology in its second biggest market in the face of ferocious competition, the US …

Australian PM commits new funding to help women leave violent relationships

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new funding to help women leave violent relationships.

Chinese astronauts return safely with six-month space station mission accomplished

The three Shenzhou-17 astronauts returned to Earth safely on Tuesday afternoon, after completing a six-month space station mission.

Indian intelligence assassination plot is a serious matter: White House

The White House said Monday (April 29) it was taking ‘very seriously’ the reports from the Washington Post on an alleged assassination plot by Indian officials on U.S. soil.

Surgeons perform first combined heart pump and pig kidney transplant

The first transplant surgery to combine a mechanical heart pump as well as a gene-edited pig kidney has been completed at NYU Langone Health, the system said Wednesday.

Belgrade-Budapest railway hits milestone with Novi Sad-Subotica track connection

The Belgrade-Budapest railway project achieved a significant milestone as the tracks on the Novi Sad-Subotica section, built by Chinese contractors, were successfully connected on Thursday in the Serbian city of Backa To…

Russia vetoes UN Security Council draft resolution on weapons of mass destruction in outer space

Russia on Wednesday vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on the deployment of weapons of mass destruction in outer space.

Russian court freezes nearly 440 million USD of J.P. Morgan funds amid legal battle

The Arbitration Court of St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region has imposed a freeze on American bank J.P. Morgan funds totaling 439.5 million U.S. dollars, local media reported on Thursday.

Japan halts ocean discharge of nuclear contaminated water from Fukushima due to power glitch: local media

The discharge of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from Japan's crippled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant was halted before Wednesday noon, local media reported.

China's envoy in Washington urges U.S. to avoid Thucydides Trap in bilateral ties

Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng has said that China does not consider the Thucydides Trap an inevitable part of its relationship with the United States. To avoid stepping into it, Washington should try …

Russia says US facing humiliation in Ukraine like in Vietnam

Russia said on Sunday US lawmakers’ support for $60.84 billion more in aid for Ukraine showed that Washington was wading much deeper into a hybrid war against Moscow that would end in humiliation on a par with the Vietn…

Chinese envoy calls on U.S. to find right way to get along with China in new era

A Chinese envoy has called on the United States to work with China and find the right way to get along in the new era, based on the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation.

1,300 people from Myanmar cross into Thailand amid border clashes

About 1,300 people have fled from eastern Myanmar into Thailand, officials said Saturday, as fresh fighting erupted at a border town that has recently been captured by ethnic guerillas.

EU, Finish leaders call for de-escalation amid Iran-Israel tensions

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo on Friday urged de-escalation amid Iran-Israel tensions.

Man sets himself on fire in New York outside Trump criminal trial court

A man set himself on fire Friday afternoon outside Manhattan Criminal Court as jury selection was under way in the criminal trial of former U.S. President Donald Trump, according to media reports and videos posted on soc…

Netanyahu says Israel preserves right to self-defense

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday stressed Israel's "right to defend itself against Iran," when receiving British Foreign Secretary David Cameron and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Jer…

China urges U.S. to immediately stop cyberattacks against China

China urges the United States to immediately stop its cyberattacks against China and stop smearing China, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday.

Israel's top general vows response to Iran's "unprecedented" attack

Herzi Halevi, chief of staff of the Israel Defense Forces, stated on Monday that a response is imminent following Iran's "unprecedented" missile and drone attack on Israel.

German chancellor hails Germany-China hydrogen technology cooperation

Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz said on Sunday he is impressed by the cooperation between German and Chinese enterprises in the field of hydrogen technology, and Germany is willing to continue to deepen friend…

US shoots down Iranian drones bound for Israel

The US has shot down Iranian drones headed to Israel after Iran launched its retaliatory attack early on Sunday.

China-Laos Railway's int'l passenger service launched for one year

Chinese and Lao railway authorities on Saturday launched one more pair of trains for the China-Laos Railway's international passenger service. The pair of trains run between Xishuangbanna of China and Luang Prabang of La…

Iran launches large-scale drone, missile attack against Israel

A combined attack of dozens of ballistic missiles and hundreds of drones from Iran triggered air raid alerts across Israel early on Sunday, the Israeli army said, as residents reported multiple bombings were heard.

Germany's IT specialist shortage to quadruple by 2040: Bitkom

The shortage of skilled workers in the German IT sector is set to more than quadruple to 663,000 by 2040 if policymakers do not take appropriate countermeasures, the industry association Bitkom warned Thursday.

IAEA chief calls for "maximum restraint" over Zaporizhzhia attacks

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Thursday called for "maximum restraint" after Sunday's drone attacks on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (ZNPP), which he said have significantly increased…

China successfully deploys Queqiao-2 relay satellite for future lunar exploration

The Queqiao-2 satellite has recently completed in-orbit communication tests, with its platform and payloads working normally, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA) on Friday.

Vast potential for cooperation between Suriname, China, says Surinamese president

"We could move the bilateral relations between Suriname and China to the next level, strengthening cultural cooperation, business cooperation and investment cooperation," said Chandrikapersad Santokhi, president of the …

Nasrul Hamid: Bangladesh, Thailand nearing energy cooperation MOU

State Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid has said that the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Dhaka and Bangkok to increase energy cooperation is at an advanced stage.

Xi meets Russian foreign minister

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing.

People watch solar eclipse across North America

People watch a solar eclipse in the Times Square neighborhood of New York City, the United States, on April 8, 2024. A total solar eclipse was sweeping across North America on Monday, as residents and visitors gathered i…

Iranian FM opens new consulate in Damascus following Israeli strike

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian opened a new consulate building in the Syrian capital of Damascus on Monday, following the destruction of the previous consulate by an Israeli strike last week.

Total solar eclipse 2024: Strangest eclipse-related queries and their answers

The total solar eclipse will take the spotlight Monday, April 8, 2024. The rarity and mystique surrounding this event has led to a plethora of questions and speculations.

Trump says it would be ‘great honour’ to go to jail for violating gag order

Former US president Donald Trump said it would be “my great honor” to go to jail for violating a gag order imposed by the judge who will hear his upcoming trial on charges stemming from a hush-money payment to a porn …

Malta's new president takes office

Malta's new president Myriam Spiteri Debono was sworn in as the 11th President of Malta on Thursday, following a unanimous parliamentary resolution.

Jose Andres: Israel targeted WCK aid workers 'systematically, car by car'

"It's very complicated to understand ... America is going to be sending its Navy and its military to do humanitarian work, but at the same time weapons provided by America ... are killing civilians," he said.

Dozens trapped in tunnels after Taiwan’s strongest quake in 25 years kills at least nine

Rescuers in Taiwan scrambled to free dozens of people trapped in highway tunnels after the island was struck by its strongest earthquake in 25 years Wednesday, killing at least nine and injuring more than 900 others.

China's high-quality development creates opportunities for int'l businesses

China's focus on developing new quality productive forces and promoting high-quality development will create great opportunities for businesses both at home and abroad, and inject strong impetus into global economic reco…

Total solar eclipse 2024 may turn into curse for millions of Americans

North America is going to see a total solar eclipse on April 8 for the first time since 2017 and one last time before 2044, however, experts warn of cellular networks breakdown as millions of people would gather to watch…

Apple opens largest retail store on Chinese mainland in Shanghai

Smartphone maker Apple on Thursday inaugurated its largest retail store on the Chinese mainland in Shanghai, with Apple CEO Tim Cook opening the doors of the new store and welcoming Chinese consumers.

MacKenzie Scott doubles donation money to whopping $640m after Elon Musk taunt

MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million to 361 Nonprofits for deserving communities across America

Russia, China to stand ‘back to back,’ supporting each other — ambassador

Moscow and Beijing will continue to stand "back to back," supporting each other, Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui told TASS in an interview.

Is Donald Trump filing for bankruptcy?

The ex-president expressed concerns that he might have to let go of portions of his properties at significantly reduced prices to cover the fraud judgment in a case where he was found to have overestimated the values of …

MTC, Huawei conduct first official 5G trials in Namibia

MTC, Namibia's largest mobile carrier, and Chinese company Huawei Technologies on Monday conducted the country's first 5G technology demonstration in Windhoek, the capital city.

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 31,490: ministry

The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 31,490, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a press statement on Friday.

Singapore creates 88,400 new jobs in 2023

Singapore's total employment grew 88,400 in 2023, including 83,500 for non-residents and 4,900 for residents, according to a labor market report released by the Ministry of Manpower Thursday.

War in Gaza narrows mediation space in Yemen: UN envoy

United Nations (UN) Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg warned Thursday that the war in Gaza is narrowing the mediation space in Yemen and risks reversing the peace process.

Jordanian, Spanish FMs say no alternative to UNRWA

Jordanian and Spanish foreign ministers on Wednesday agreed that there is no alternative to the UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, especially in light of the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.

Donald Trump set for rematch of 2020 election as Biden clinches Democratic nomination after Georgia win

President Joe Biden has secured the nomination for the upcoming presidential election from the Democratic Party. Biden is set for being his party's candidate against the former president Donald Trump.

Türkiye's stubborn inflation fuels calls for further rate hikes

As inflation is soaring in Türkiye, the central bank's decision to halt monetary tightening is called into question while policymakers ask for patience, saying prices will drop this year.

Rare, endangered plants reintroduced into China's Three Gorges Reservoir area

A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday.

Africa Energy Indaba highlights prospects of South Africa-China energy cooperation

The ongoing Africa Energy Indaba 2024 in Cape Town, the legislative capital of South Africa, shed light on the prospects for energy cooperation between South Africa and China, with South African Mineral Resources and Ene…

Palestinian death toll in Gaza from Israeli attacks rises to 30,717: ministry

The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 30,717 with 72,156 others wounded, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a press statement on Wednesday.

Italy approves participation in EU naval mission in Red Sea

The Italian parliament on Tuesday approved the country's participation in the European Union (EU)'s "ASPIDES" mission.

U.S. holds "Super Tuesday" primaries with voters concerned about leading candidates

Polls begin to open in more than a dozen U.S. states on the so-called "Super Tuesday" as part of the 2024 presidential primaries, with voters concerned about the leading candidates of both parties.

Families of MH370 victims mark 10 years since flight disappearance

Family members of those aboard Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 marked the tenth year since the disappearance of the aircraft here on Sunday.

Start-up ships Arctic Ice from 100,000-year-old glaciers to bars in Dubai

A start-up from Greenland is facing accusations of causing severe damage to the environment by transporting ice from glaciers that are over 100,000 years old to high-end bars in Dubai for use in cocktails, the New York P…

Cargo ship sinks off Yemeni coast, sparking environmental disaster fears

Yemen's internationally recognized government announced on Saturday the cargo ship Rubymar sank off the coast of Yemen Friday night amid stormy weather conditions. In a statement released by the s

Experts hail China's role in green mobility at UNEA-6

The transition to green mobility, which promotes ecosystem and human health in urban centers, has accelerated, thanks to the greater availability of Chinese-manufactured new energy vehicles, said experts at the sixth ses…

US says it supports Pak efforts to break free from debt cycle

The US has urged Islamabad to continue working with the IMF and other related institutions to ensure macro economic reforms in the country.

MWC 2024 exemplifies technological integration across industries

Cutting-edge mobile technologies are having a spill-over effect into other areas of industry, the ongoing Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona has shown.

Hungarian parliament approves Sweden's NATO bid

Hungary's lawmakers on Monday approved a bill on Sweden's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Guinness World Record: Assam's 721 Karbi community members walk on stilts

A global record for stilt-walking was broken by hundreds of members of the Karbi community, an indigenous minority in northeast India, the New York Post reported.

Saudi Arabia announces major increase in reserves of gas, condensate

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud announced Sunday that a significant additional amount of gas and condensate reserves have been proven in the Jafurah field operated by the Saudi state oil company…

Brunei holds National Day celebration

Brunei Darussalam on Saturday held a celebration to commemorate the 40th anniversary of independence.

South Africa's economy estimated to grow 1.6 pct over next 3 years: minister

South Africa's economy is estimated to have grown by 0.6 percent last year and will increase to 1.6 percent over the next three years, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said here Wednesday.

Donald Trump says he's ready for debates with Joe Biden

After skipping all the Republican primary debates with the confidence of enjoying support from all over the country, former President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is ready for as many debates as necessary with the Democr…

U.S. vetoes Security Council draft resolution demanding humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza

The United States on Tuesday vetoed a Security Council draft resolution that would have demanded an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza.

Nebraska Zoo extracts 70 coins from blue-eyed alligator's stomach

A rare 36-year-old leucistic alligator with transparent white skin and blue eyes had to undergo surgery after veterinarians found 70 coins in the reptile's stomach, BBC reported.

MSC participants call for enhanced int'l cooperation

Participants and experts present at the just-concluded Munich Security Conference (MSC) have called for enhanced international cooperation in addressing global challenges.

At least 212 people detained at Navalny memorials in Russia: Rights group

At least 212 people were detained at events in Russia on Friday and Saturday in memory of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, who died on Friday, according to rights group OVD-Info.

Russia takes control of Ukrainian city of Avdiivka

Russian forces have taken complete control of the city of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine.

Trump launches $399 'never surrender' sneakers

Former United States president and Republican candidate Donald Trump released his line of tennis shoes on Saturday called the "Trump sneakers", NBC reported.

Roundup: 37th AU summit begins in Addis Ababa with focus on education, development

The 37th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly of the Heads of State and Government opened on Saturday, with a call to increase efforts to improve the state of education in Africa and fast-track the realiza…

Hungarian designer hopes her Year of Dragon stamp connects Hungary, China

Katalin Bodi, the Hungarian designer of the Year of the Dragon commemorative stamp recently issued by the Hungarian Post, said she hoped her work could help deepen the connection between Hungary and China.

Iraq, Netherlands discuss ties, security cooperation

Iraqi senior officials exchanged views Tuesday with visiting Dutch Foreign Minister Hanke Bruins Slot on bilateral relations and security cooperation.

Death toll of Palestinians in Gaza rises to 27,478: ministry

The death toll of Palestinians killed from Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip has risen to 27,478, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Monday.

Tesla, Space X directors feel an 'expectation' to consume drugs with Musk

In a shocking leak of information, current and previous directors of Elon Musk's billionaire firms, Tesla and SpaceX, have taken drugs with him on several occasions, including LSD and ecstasy, claimed a report by the Wal…

China open for foreign talents around the world: premier

China's development is open, and the country welcomes talents from all over the world, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said in Beijing on Sunday.

US hits hard at militias in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack

The U.S. military launched an air assault on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Friday, in the opening salvo of retaliation for the drone strike that kil…

‘Israel has gone too far in war in Gaza’

Half of U.S. adults say Israel's 15-week-old military campaign in Gaza has “gone too far,” a finding driven mainly by growing disapproval among Republicans and political independents, according to a new poll from The A…

Donald Trump says Teamsters will vote for him

Former US President Donald Trump expressed his confidence Wednesday that Teamsters will vote for him, as the Republican hopeful prepares for a showdown with Democrat Joe Biden.

Sweden, France to deepen cooperation on nuclear power, forestry

Sweden and France are set to cooperate on nuclear power, forestry, and security, said French President Emmanuel Macron during a state visit to Sweden on Tuesday.

Colombo University makes history with new anti-aging drug

A scientific think-tank from the University of Colombo is in the process of launching an anti-aging nutraceutical capsule for the first time in Sri Lanka.

Elon Musk's Neuralink implants first brain chip in human

In a groundbreaking move, Elon Musk’s company, Neuralink, has successfully implanted its first brain chip in a human for the first time, BBC reported.

21 Israeli soldiers are killed in Gaza as criticism of war's handling rises at home

The Israeli army said Tuesday that 21 soldiers were killed in the Gaza Strip in the deadliest attack on its troops since the war began, as criticism grows over the government's handling of the 3-month-old war against Ham…

UN envoy calls on Haiti to prepare for deployment of multinational force

The top UN envoy for Haiti on Thursday called on all stakeholders in the country to prepare for the deployment of the UN-authorized, Kenyan-led multinational police force.

Saudi Arabia to allow alcohol sales to non-Muslim diplomats: sources

Saudi Arabia plans to allow alcohol sales to non-Muslim diplomats for the first time, two sources familiar with the plan told AFP on Wednesday, modifying strict rules governing liquor in the conservative country.

Major Argentine labor unions, organizations launch general strike against gov't austerity measures

Argentina's main labor unions, social organizations and progressive groups launched a 12-hour strike Wednesday noon to protest austerity measures proposed by President Javier Milei's government.

Iranian president says Tehran, Ankara eye 30-bln-dollar bilateral trade

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Wednesday Iran and Türkiye have set a target to raise bilateral trade to 30 billion dollars per year, which is achievable in view of their capacities.

3rd South Summit calls for ending Israel-Palestine conflict

The Third South Summit ended on Monday in the Ugandan capital Kampala with participating leaders calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the protection of civilians.

Israeli PM rejects ceasefire plan as army continues strike in Gaza

People check the rubble of a building, demolished by Israeli forces, in the West Bank city of Hebron, Jan. 21, 2024.

Rifts emerge among Israeli officials over handling war

A member of Israel's War Cabinet cast doubt on the country's strategy for releasing hostages held by Hamas, saying only a cease-fire can free them, as the prime minister rejected the United States' calls to scale back it…

'Unimaginable challenges': Nearly 20,000 babies born during Gaza war: UN

The United Nations said that thousands of babies had been born in conditions "beyond belief" in Gaza since the Israeli war on the Palestinian enclave erupted more than three months ago.

Relief as Pakistan, Iran agree to ‘de-escalate’ after tit-for-tat airstrikes

After the National Security Committee (NSC) meeting, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar chaired the federal cabinet meeting on Friday and said it was in the interest of Pakistan and Iran to take steps to restor…

China, U.S. business leaders more upbeat about China-U.S. relations

Business leaders from Chinese and American corporations are more upbeat about China-U.S. relations as bilateral ties have experienced stabilization and improvement in recent months.

Iran not ‘well-liked’ in region, says Biden after Pakistan strikes

The United States has termed Iran’s strike on Pakistan as another example of “destabilisng behavior,” with President Joe Biden saying the recent clashes between the neighbouring countries showed that Tehran is not “w…

Israel to maintain security control over Gaza after conflict: PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that his country will maintain security control over the Gaza Strip after the ongoing conflict with Hamas ends.

Defying China skeptics: 4 misjudgments on economic front debunked

China on Wednesday disclosed the full-year performance of its major economic indicators for 2023, providing a robust response to some negative perspectives on the world's second-largest economy.

China's cargo craft Tianzhou-7 docks with space station combination

China's cargo craft Tianzhou-7 completed its status setting and docked with the orbiting Tiangong space station on Thursday, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) said.

Chinese premier says China, Ireland should regard each other as key cooperative partners-Xinhua

China and Ireland should adhere to mutual benefit, and always regard each other as key cooperative partners and development opportunities, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here Wednesday.

Russian strikes injure 16 in Kharkiv, claims governor

As many as 16 people were reportedly injured with two critical after the Russian forces hit the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv Tuesday hitting residential buildings, according to the city's governor as the combatants gear up …

UN voices concern over Iran's attacks in Syria, Iraq

The United Nations is concerned about Iran's missile attacks against what Tehran called the bases of terrorists and Israel's intelligence service Mossad in Syria and Iraq, said a UN spokesman on Tuesday.

Explainer: How U.S. "de-risking" from China poses heightened risks to global supply chains?

Global supply chains, now at a crucial stage of realignment, are overshadowed by heightened risks of disruptions and fragmentation, thanks to U.S. "de-risking" strategies with China as a main target.

Blinken wraps up Mideast tour with talks in Egypt on Gaza crisis

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held talks on Thursday with Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi in the Egyptian capital of Cairo as he wraps up his Mideast tour over the ongoing Israeli escalation in the Gaza …

UAE president, Blinken stress need for avoiding Gaza conflict's expansion

President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stressed here on Monday the importance of avoiding the expansion of conflict in the region and fi…

161 confirmed dead, 103 missing in Japan's quake-hit Ishikawa prefecture

The death toll has jumped to 161 in the central Japanese prefecture of Ishikawa as of 9:00 a.m. local time on Monday, one week after a series of earthquakes of up to 7.6 magnitude struck the prefecture and its vicinity,…

European Council President Charles Michel announces early quit

European Council President Charles Michel has informed Belgian media of his decision to run for the election of the Member of European Parliament (MEP) in June, leading to his early departure from the Council presidency …

Israel says time for diplomatic solution with Hezbollah is "short"

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said on Thursday the window of time for a diplomatic solution with Hezbollah is short.

India's Foreign Minister to Yak and Yeti after Courtesy meeting with PM

India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar completed his courtesy meeting with Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda".

Japan's massive earthquake triggers nuclear safety concerns

A major earthquake on Monday rocked central Japan, prompting concerns over the safety of nuclear plants in the quake-affected region.

Algeria, Sierra Leone committed to strengthening int'l peace initiatives

Algeria and Sierra Leone affirmed on Wednesday their commitment to closely collaborate in upholding international peace and security in accordance with the UN Charter and international law.

Five dead after Japan Airlines, coast guard planes collide at Tokyo airport

All 379 passengers and crew of a Japan Airlines plane miraculously escaped from a fire following a collision with a Coast Guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda airport but local media said most of the coast guard plane crew h…

Republicans hail downfall of first black president of 368-year-old Harvard

The president of Harvard University has resigned after coming under ferocious attack over plagiarism accusations and her response to alleged anti-Semitism on campus amid Israel's brutal war on besieged Gaza.

Hamas leader in Beirut as worrying development

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres sees the assassination of a senior Hamas leader in a suspected Israeli strike in Beirut as a worrying development, said a UN spokesperson on Tuesday.

Hamas freezes talks with Israel after deputy leader killed in Beirut

Hamas announced a freeze on ceasefire negotiations with Israel after the faction's deputy chief, Saleh al-Arouri, was killed Tuesday evening in an Israeli attack in Lebanon, a Palestinian source told Xinhua.

Five countries assume responsibilities as elected members of UN Security Council

Algeria, Guyana, South Korea, Sierra Leone and Slovenia began their roles as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council on Tuesday.

After Colorado, Maine state also disqualifies Trump from 2024 primary ballot

The top election official of the Maine state has declared former US president Donald Trump ineligible for the state elections, removing him from the 2024 primary ballot over his involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capito…

Egypt's skyscrapers "put on" Chinese glass curtain walls

Workers install the curtain wall at the Central Business District (CBD) of Egypt's new administrative capital, 45 kilometers east of Cairo, Egypt, Nov. 22, 2023.

Ukrainian cruise missile strikes in Black Sea damage Russian warship

Russian Defence Ministry said Tuesday that its ship was targeted by the Ukrainian forces in Feodosia, Black Sea by cruise missile strikes killing one person and damaging the vessel Novocherkassk as both sides continue to…

'Gaslighting' becomes most googled word in US — Here's why

The word "gaslighting" has become the most googled term in the United States by people usually looking for its definition as per a recent survey by Crossword Solver and a rise in overall searches.

US leads mission to safeguard Red Sea shipping

he Iran-backed Houthis have repeatedly targeted vessels in the vital shipping lane with strikes they say are in support of Palestinians in Gaza, where Israel is battling militant group Hamas.

14 people killed in Prague university shooting

Three foreign nationals were among 25 wounded after a student opened fire at a university in the Czech capital, Prague, killing 14 people, authorities said Friday. The mass shooting was one of the Czech Republic's worst…

UN Security Council passes resolution to boost humanitarian aid access to Gaza

The UN Security Council on Friday passed a key resolution, emphasizing the immediate acceleration of aid deliveries to the distressed civilians in Gaza, but without the original call for an "urgent suspension of hostilit…

UN expresses concern over Israeli evacuation order in southern Gaza

The United Nations on Thursday expressed concern over the Israeli order for the evacuation of civilians in southern Gaza.

Rising Red Sea tensions rattle global shipping industry, spark concerns of spillover from Gaza conflict

Yemen's Houthi rebels are escalating their attacks on "Israel-related" ships in the Red Sea, demanding retribution for Israel's military campaign in Gaza.

Arab countries, Russia agree to boost cooperation

Arab countries and Russia agreed on Wednesday to boost cooperation on international issues, including addressing the Gaza crisis, at the 6th Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum held in the southern Moroccan city of Marrakech.

Egypt's Sisi wins presidential election with 89.6 pct of vote

Egypt's National Election Authority (NEA) declared on Monday that incumbent President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi won the 2024 presidential election with some 40 million, or 89.6 percent of valid votes.

North Korea fires ballistic missile towards East Sea: South Korea

North Korea has fired at least one ballistic missile, Seoul's military said, as the United States and South Korea warned any nuclear attack would lead to the end of Pyongyang's regime.

Yearender: Europe grappling for united Gaza ceasefire call

More than two months into the Israel-Hamas conflict, violence in the Middle East has no end in sight and Europe as a neighbor is still struggling to unify around a call for ceasefire in Gaza.

Putin to run as independent candidate in Russian presidential election

Vladimir Putin will run for president again as an independent candidate with a wide support base but not on a party ticket, Russian news agencies have reported, citing his supporters.

More shipping firms suspend passage via Red Sea after Yemeni Houthi attacks

Two more major shipping firms, Mediterranean Shipping Company and CMA CGM, said Saturday they were suspending passage through a Red Sea strait vital for global trade after Yemeni rebel attacks in the area.

Iraqi security personnel cast ballots ahead of provincial elections

Iraqi security personnel cast their votes on Saturday in 15 of the country's 18 provinces ahead of the provincial elections slated for Monday following a 10-year hiatus.

Israel says to continue Gaza offensive despite int'l calls for ceasefire

Israeli leaders told U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Thursday that Israel will continue its military offensive in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza Strip, despite the international calls for a ceasefire.

Israel's war on Gaza hits economies of Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan

The economic cost of Israel's war in besieged Gaza on Arab neighbours Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan could rise to at least $10 billion this year and push more than 230,000 people into poverty, according to a UN study.

COP28 delivers "historic" consensus to accelerate global climate action: president

COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber announced on Wednesday that parties to the UN climate summit have reached a final consensus on a "historic" climate deal.

'You carpet bombed Germany, you dropped atom bomb': Netanyahu tells Biden

US President Joe Biden has said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needs to change his hardline government and that Israel cannot say no in the future to a Palestinian state, ramping up pressure on the Israel…

4 Palestinians killed in Israeli drone attack on West Bank's Jenin

At least four Palestinians were killed in an Israeli drone attack on the West Bank city of Jenin, a medical source said on Tuesday.

UN chief urges developed countries to fully honor climate commitments

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday urged developed countries to fully meet their commitments on addressing climate change.

Xi says China, Vietnam on promising path of building community with shared future for mankind

The Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) as well as the two countries have found a promising path of jointly building a community with a shared future for mankind, Chinese President Xi…

Guterres: UN Security Council's authority, credibility severely undermined

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that the credibility and authority of the UN Security Council suffered significant damage over the Gaza conflict.

US F-16 fighter jet crashes during training exercise in South Korea

A US F-16 fighter jet on Monday crashed in South Korea during a training exercise with the pilot rescued after making an emergency escape, Yonhap news agency reported.

WHO calls for urgent humanitarian aid to Gaza

The World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board adopted a resolution on Sunday, urging for prompt and unobstructed humanitarian aid access to the Gaza Strip.

UN: Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities, worsening humanitarian conditions

Intensifying Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities are worsening humanitarian conditions across the war-torn country, where heavy snow and freezing temperatures have already arrived, UN officials said Wednesday.

Forum held in Laos to boost Belt and Road cooperation

The second Belt and Road Forum for Laos-China Cooperation kicked off here Thursday to discuss the implementation of the outcomes of the meeting between the top leaders of the two parties and the two countries, and the bu…

Xi urges enhanced China-EU political mutual trust, dialogue, cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday called on China and the European Union (EU) to be partners for mutually beneficial cooperation, strengthen two-way political trust, build strategic consensus, cement the bonds of …

UN peacekeeping ministerial meeting opens in Ghana to boost global peace

The 2023 United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting opened here Wednesday to seek solutions to challenges facing UN peacekeeping and work toward concrete outcomes to enhance the effectiveness of peacekeeping op…

World media join hands to contribute to humanity's better future

World media leaders are gathering in China to contribute media power to building a better future for humanity.

Hiyaa monthly rent cut to MVR 3,984

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced the decision to discount MVR 200,000 from the payment for the Hiyaa flats, which will reduce the monthly rent for the next seven years to MVR 3,984.