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China appoints former navy chief Dong Jun as new defence minister
Dong replaces Li Shangfu, who was fired and disappeared from public view four months ago.
Arkadag FC all-conquering in a bizarre football season in Turkmenistan
The new club, a project of the former president, won all its matches en route to claiming Turkmenistan's title.
The real ‘Person of the Year’
Given the ghastly course of 2023, it is obvious who deserves the coveted title: people of Gaza.
Economic downturn punctures joy of festive season in Nigeria
Festivities have been muted this December in Nigeria as a cost of living crisis reaches new heights.
Pressure on Netanyahu amid row over Israel’s plan for ‘day after’ Gaza war
As Israeli military pounds Gaza, raids occupied West Bank, Hamas says no deal on captives until 'aggression' stops.
Turkey arrests ISIL suspects as detention drive continues
Ankara claims suspects planned attacks on synagogues and churches, as well as the Iraqi embassy.
Beyond Maghazi: What controversial weapons has Israel used in Gaza war?
From dumb bombs and bunker busters to white phosphorus, the register of allegations against Israel is growing.
Russian court hands Navalny ally long prison sentence
Since the invasion of Ukraine, nearly all of the Kremlin's critics have been jailed or gone into exile.
‘No way to leave’: Sudan paramilitary traps civilians in breadbasket state
After capturing Gezira state two weeks ago, the Rapid Support Forces have prevented civilians from fleeing.
Cummins takes 10 wickets to lead Australia to Pakistan series triumph
A fired-up Cummins bagged five wickets and 10 in the match to earn Australia a nail-biting 79-run win in second Test.