Rishi Sunak had significant doubt over Rwanda plan, papers suggest
Rishi Sunak had significant doubts about sending migrants to Rwanda when he was chancellor, papers seen by the BBC suggest. They suggest
Category: World
Children in the Gaza Strip facing malnutrition and disease
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Friday that after almost three months of war in Gaza, malnutrition and disease are
Israel-Hamas War: Latest Updates – The New York Times
When Ghada Abu Samra leaves the room in Rafah where she, her mother and brother have been living between their searches for
What next for Oscar Pistorius?
Former sporting superstar Oscar Pistorius might be the most famous killer in the world. The former Paralympic champion left prison in South
Oscar Pistorius to be released on parole in South Africa
Ex-Paralympian Oscar Pistorius is to be freed on parole from a South African jail, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva
Oscar Pistorius, Olympic Athlete Convicted of Murder, Is Set for Release
Oscar Pistorius, the South African athlete hailed as an inspirational figure until he was accused and convicted of killing his girlfriend, was
29 December 2023-4 January 2024
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond. Women dress up on Friday, as the year comes to
Indonesia Train Crash Kills at Least 3, Official Says
Two trains collided near the Indonesian city of Bandung on Friday morning, the train operator said, and a local police chief said
Israel says it killed several Hamas members in Gaza tunnel complex
The Israeli army said on Thursday it had killed several Hamas members in tunnels in the Gaza Strip, while also acknowledging 136
White House Says North Korea Providing Russia With Ballistic Missiles
The White House accused North Korea on Thursday of providing Russia with ballistic missiles that Moscow has begun to fire on targets
Thousands attend Hamas deputy leader’s funeral in Beirut
Thousands of people have attended the funeral of the group’s deputy leader, Saleh al-Arouri, in Beirut, two days after his assassination in
Israel-Hamas War Updates: Strikes in Southern Gaza Leave Deadly Toll
A dozen nations, including the United States, warned the Houthi militia in Yemen on Wednesday of unspecified consequences if it continued to
NATO-Ukraine Council to discuss air defences after Russian assaults
The NATO-Ukraine Council will meet next Wednesday in response to Russia’s recent wave of heavy air attacks on the neighbouring country, the
Putin’s Drive to Rewrite History Snares a Retired Lithuanian Judge
When the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant last year for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, a Moscow court launched
Myanmar junta releases more than 9,600 prisoners
Myanmar’s junta granted amnesty to more than 9,652 prisoners on Thursday, according to a statement from the military-backed broadcasting channel. The prisoner
The Moment Conor McGregor Was Warned Not To Put His Arm Around Putin
Fact Check: Captured on Video: The Moment Conor McGregor Was Warned Not To Put His Arm Around Putin Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement
Top EU diplomat condemns Israeli statements on Gaza as irresponsible
The European Union’s chief diplomat Josep Borrell sharply criticized the “inflammatory and irresponsible statements” made by Israel’s government on the possible expulsion
Australia’s Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail reopens after bushfires
An iconic trail on southern Australia’s Kangaroo Island has reopened to all visitors after recovery from the devastating 2019/2020 bushfires. Considered one
Israel-Hamas War: Killing of Senior Leader Is a Blow to Hamas, Analysts Say
Saleh al-Arouri was a key strategist for Hamas and a conduit to other forces committed to fighting Israel. But analysts said the
Slovak president calls for arming Ukraine following recent Russian attacks
Ukraine must receive weapons to defend the country against new Russian attacks, ensuring an end to Russia’s aggression as quickly as possible,
5 Killed After Japan Airlines Plane Collision at Tokyo Airport
As flight attendants yelled, urging passengers to evacuate, an eerie orange glow burned outside the windows of Japan Airlines Flight 516. The
Inside the chaos on the Japan Airlines flight after the Tokyo crash that left 5 dead
For one passenger aboard the airliner that collided with a Japan coast guard plane at a Tokyo airport, the first inkling something
Hezbollah’s TV station says top Hamas official Saleh Arouri killed in Beirut blast
BEIRUT (AP) — The TV station of Lebanon’s Hezbollah group says top Hamas official Saleh Arouri was killed Tuesday in an explosion
Israel-Hamas War: Supreme Court Ruling Latest Updates
The timing of Monday’s unprecedented Supreme Court ruling has made it all the more polarizing, critics say, not only because it landed
Ukraine hit again after Putin vows intensified strikes
Russian missiles have hit Ukraine’s biggest cities, leaving four dead and dozens hurt, after Vladimir Putin vowed to intensify attacks. A woman
Lee Jae-myung, South Korea Opposition Leader, Is Stabbed
Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea’s main opposition party, was stabbed in the neck on Tuesday morning by a man who
India launches New Year’s rocket to study black holes
Jan. 1 (UPI) — India’s space agency successfully launched a rocket Monday from Sriharikota spaceport to help scientists improve their “knowledge of
Powerful Earthquake Hits Japan, and Officials Warn of Aftershocks
A powerful earthquake struck western Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuation orders, trapping people under collapsed buildings and disrupting electricity
Singapore Economy Beats Expectations on Construction, Services
(Bloomberg) — Singapore’s economy grew faster than expected in 2023, as year-end gains in manufacturing and construction coupled with relative strength in
Powerful Earthquake Hits Japan, Triggering Tsunami Warnings: Live Updates
A powerful earthquake hit western Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuation orders in several prefectures, trapping people under collapsed buildings
Japan issues tsunami warning after strong earthquakes in the Sea of Japan
TOKYO — Japan issued a Tsunami warning after a series of strong earthquakes struck the Sea of Japan on New Year’s Day.
Monday Briefing – The New York Times
Signs of strain between the U.S. and Israel No other episode in the past half-century has tested the ties between the U.S.
Israel says war in Gaza expected to continue throughout 2024
The Israeli military has said it expects the conflict in Gaza to continue throughout 2024. In a new year’s message, Israel Defence
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark Announces Abdication of Throne After 52 Years
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, the longest-serving monarch in Europe, unexpectedly declared that she would abdicate her throne after more than a
Congo’s Incumbent President Declared Victor in Election Count Marred by Delays and Protests
The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Felix Tshisekedi, was declared the winner on Sunday of the December presidential vote in
Israel-Hamas War Live: Latest Gaza News and Updates
American military helicopters came under fire from Iranian-backed Houthi fighters in the Red Sea on Sunday morning and shot back, sinking three
Results due with President Felix Tshisekedi leading
The full results of Democratic Republic of Congo’s election are expected shortly, with President Félix Tshisekedi enjoying a commanding lead over opposition
Ukrainian Missile Attack on Belgorod Kills at Least 18, Officials Say
The Russian authorities said on Saturday that a Ukrainian attack on the city of Belgorod had killed at least 22 people and
Pakistan Blocks Khan’s Bids to Contest in 2024 Polls, TOI Says
(Bloomberg) — The Pakistan Election Commission rejected former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s applications to compete in the 2024 elections in two constituencies,
Defying U.S. Pressure, Israel Deepens Gaza Assault
Israeli forces clashed with Hamas militants across the Gaza Strip on Saturday, the Israeli military said, deepening its engagement in the decimated