Category: Global News
Myanmar jails photojournalist for 20 years on first day of closed trial
Sai Zaw Thaike was arrested in the western state of Rakhine while covering the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha.
Why are China’s workers studying ‘Xi Jinping Thought’?
Chinese leader's writings are becoming a topic of discussion among employees at banks and state-owned enterprises.
Japan launches rocket carrying ‘Moon Sniper’ lunar lander
Successful launch comes after India became the fourth country to land on the moon with its Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Russia blasts ‘inhumanity’ of US sending depleted uranium shells to Ukraine
Provision of controversial depleted uranium ammunition for US tanks is part of new $1bn assistance package to Kyiv.
Weight-loss ‘wonder drug’ Ozempic under scrutiny amid suicide risk claims
Ozempic has not shown increased risk of suicidal ideation in trials, but some users say it harmed their mental health.
Claudia Sheinbaum named Mexico ruling party’s 2024 presidential candidate
The AMLO ally and former mayor of Mexico City will be in a strong position going into the June 2 election.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 561
As the war enters its 561st day, these are the main developments.
Gabon’s military says ex-president Ali Bongo ‘free’ to travel abroad
Bongo's release follows after General Brice Oligui Nguema sworn in as Gabon’s new head of state.
Freddie Mercury’s piano, Bohemian Rhapsody lyrics champions at auction
More than 1,400 lots of what the singer called his 'exquisite clutter' are up for auction at Sotheby's in London.
Mexican Supreme Court decriminalises abortion on federal level
Mexico has become latest Latin American country to join the 'green' wave, a movement to loosen abortion restrictions.