Category: Global News
Bangladesh opposition leader Alamgir detained after antigovernment rally
Detention of Bangladesh National Party leader comes ahead of general elections set for early next year.
‘There is zero work’: Occupied West Bank paralysed as economy stalls
Israel-ordered shutdowns and settler attacks in occupied West Bank take devastating toll on Palestinian economy.
South Africa hold off New Zealand to win record fourth Rugby World Cup
Springboks kick their way to 12-11 win after All Blacks captain Sam Cane was first player to be red-carded in a final.
Taiwan takes security lessons from Hamas, Ukraine surprise attacks
Taiwan considers its ability to counter a Chinese invasion attempt with lessons learned from Gaza and Ukraine.
Internet, phone services return to Gaza after communications blackout
Paltel Group says services being gradually restored after disruption due to Israeli bombardment.
Netanyahu says war entering ‘second stage’ as Israeli troops push into Gaza
Israeli prime minister describes campaign against Hamas as 'second war of independence'.
Friends actor Matthew Perry dies at 54: US media
Perry found dead in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home, the LA Times reports.
Prisoner exchange? Israeli captive families demand answers from Netanyahu
Israeli relatives increasingly angry over fate of captives, particularly during military's large-scale bombing of Gaza.
Analysis: Israel’s ground attacks yield lots of bang, little success
The past four days of land incursions, bombs and an information blackout won't necessarily harm a well-prepared Hamas.
Teenage Iranian girl Armita Geravand dies weeks after train incident
The government says the 16-year-old fell and hit her head after experiencing a drop in blood pressure.