Category: Global News
Lebanese people talk about fears after pager and walkie-talkie explosions
Two days of random explosions have made some people nervous, others ditch their walkie-talkies, but some remain defiant.
Vietnam tycoon Truong My Lan, sentenced to death, faces new fraud trial
As part of major state anticorruption drive, she was convicted in April for her role in a $12.5bn financial fraud case.
Russian attacks on Ukraine power grid probably violate humanitarian law: UN
The UN monitoring body says the Russian air attacks pose risks to Ukraine's public health, education and wider economy.
World reacts to UN vote calling on Israel to end Palestinian occupation
UNGA resolution, backed by 124 countries, makes it clear that occupation ‘cannot be allowed to continue any longer’.
Child dies after stabbing near Japanese school in China
Japan condemns 'despicable act' committed against the 10-year-old who was on his way to the Shenzhen Japanese School.
Video: White House spokesman pressed on what US knew about Lebanon attacks
US official John Kirby refused to answer questions on whether the US was informed prior to the attacks on Hezbollah.
Australia’s social media ban for minors: Has this worked elsewhere?
Multiple countries have tried but failed to effectively curb social media access. Will Australia's attempt be different?
AI needs ‘global governance’, cannot be left to market, UN panel says
Expert body makes seven recommendations on regulating AI, including establishment of fund to help developing countries.
UN General Assembly overwhelmingly calls for end of Israeli occupation
This is what happened as the UN voted to back a resolution calling for Israel to end its illegal occupation.
Lebanon blasts raise alarm about supply chain security, safety of tech
At least 32 people were killed when thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies detonated in attacks blamed on Israel.