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China’s factory output improves, offering hope of easing economic slowdown
Investment in real estate continues to fall, underscoring weakness in all-important property sector.
Map: Which MENA countries have diplomatic ties with Israel?
Following the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020, five Arab states in total have diplomatic ties with Israel.
North Korea’s Kim checks out fighter jets in latest stop on Russian tour
Kim Jong Un was shown around the Komsomolsk plant, which produces some of Russia's most advanced war planes.
US autoworkers launch historic strike at GM, Ford and Stellantis plants
Union begins picketing at plants operated by General Motors, Ford and Stellantis for first time in its 88-year history.
Protests in Indonesia as thousands face eviction for Rempang ‘Eco-City’
Residents have been told to move to new houses inland by the end of the month to make way for a giant glass factory.
Romania ups flight restrictions at Ukraine border as drone debris found
Russian drone debris found in Romanian territory as Moscow increases drone attacks on Ukraine's Danube river ports.
India’s dirty, hush-hush truth: Hindu children are being radicalised
It's happening in schools and homes. And while Modi's BJP might gain, generations of India's Hindus will lose.
Malaysia penalises 400 companies so far this year for violating labour laws
Human Resources Minister V Sivakumar says firms have been fined more than $500,000 over breaches in 2023.
Princess Diana’s iconic ‘Black Sheep’ sweater sells at auction for $1.1m
Knitted sweater fetches the highest price ever paid at auction for a garment once belonging to Princess Diana.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 569
As the war enters its 569th day, these are the main developments.