Category: Global News
Is a global food crisis the new normal?
From Indian rice to Australian wheat, climate change is worsening a food crunch and price spikes due to war in Ukraine.
US to counter growing size of China’s military with ‘autonomous systems’
Deputy Secretary of Defense says China's military has scaled up but US maintains advantage with military technology.
Toyota halts production at most Japanese factories after system failure
Japanese car giant suspends operations at 12 domestic plants after glitch leaves company unable to order components.
Guatemala body certifies Arevalo victory, hours after party suspended
The suspension plunged the centre-left politician's presidency into uncertainty even before it's officially begun.
Chevron workers at Australia’s LNG plants to strike, raising supply fears
Workers at facilities in Western Australia will begin rolling stoppages from September 7.
US accuses Russia of intimidation over former consulate worker’s spy charge
Robert Shonov, Russian national and ex-staffer at consulate, charged with 'cooperation on a confidential basis' with US.
Live parasitic worm found in Australian woman’s brain in world first
The worm, usually found in carpet pythons, was discovered after she complained of symptoms including forgetfulness.
Spanish football federation leaders ask Rubiales to quit over kiss scandal
Leaders of regional bodies that make up Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) made collective request to Rubiales.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of events, day 552
As the war enters its 552nd day, these are the main developments.
Guatemala arrests anti-corruption lawyer, prompting international outcry
The US has condemned the arrest of Claudia Gonzalez, a lawyer who worked with a UN-backed anti-corruption commission.