Category: Global News
Myanmar troops retreat to Thai border bridge after days of fighting
Deteriorating situation in Myawaddy adds to pressure on generals who seized power in a 2021 coup.
Press freedom group says representative denied entry to Hong Kong
Reporters Without Borders says advocacy officer detained for six hours before being deported.
Biden ‘considering’ Australian request to drop case against Assange
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says US president's comments encouraging.
South Korea’s Yoon left humbled by opposition election landslide
President Yoon Suk-yeol promises changes, top aides quit, after opposition parties sweep National Assembly elections.
Singapore tightens rules for expat workers with an eye on local discontent
The city-state is raising the salary threshold for foreigners to get a work permit amid stiff competition for jobs.
Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe blasts impending criminal charges
Prosecutors announced this week they intended to pursue the right-wing Uribe on charges of witness tampering and fraud.
Israeli attack kills three sons of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh
An Israeli air attack on a Gaza refugee camp has killed three sons and grandchildren of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
Activists spray paint UK’s Ministry of Defence building red
Protesting Britain’s arms sales to Israel, activists spray painted the UK’s Ministry of Defence building red.
Biden, Japan leader Kishida announce stronger defence ties in state visit
China, nuclear fusion, space and cherry trees were on agenda for the fifth official state visit of Biden's presidency.
What’s behind Germany’s unwavering support for Israel?
Germany is one of the staunchest backers of Israel's war on Gaza.