Category: Global News
The year of elections – Is 2024 democracy’s biggest test ever?
Starting with Bangladesh, at least 50 nations will vote this year. Here are 10 key elections to watch.
Myanmar military government pardons more than 9,000 prisoners
Annual amnesty marking Independence Day takes place during crisis in the north that poses threat to military rulers.
As opposition boycott tarnishes vote, young Bangladeshis seek new narrative
Signs of generational change as the country heads into another election on Sunday boycotted by main opposition party.
Courtroom drama as convicted felon attacks judge during sentencing
A defendant jumped over a courtroom bench to attack a judge in Nevada. Moments earlier, he asked for leniency.
Confusion, speculation in Iran after twin blasts kill more than 80 people
Iranians mark day of mourning after bombings kill at least 84 people, leave more than 280 wounded.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 90
Israel's plan for Palestinian resettlement is condemned as the ICJ confirms public hearings. Here is the latest:
Bangladesh elections mark a pro-China tipping point in South Asia
Beijing will celebrate a return of the Awami League the most. But Dhaka might struggle to cope.
School in Thailand offers safe space for harassed environment activists
Focus at EarthRights School is on learning from a community's fight to protect their land.
Israeli military strikes south Lebanon stoking fears of widening conflict
Attacks on Hezbollah military infrastructure follow the killing of Hamas leader in Beirut, which Israel has not claimed.
Bangladesh holding ‘sham’ election: Exiled opposition leader Tarique Rahman
Son of jailed two-time PM Khaleda Zia defends the BNP's boycott of Sunday's vote, saying it has 'predetermined' outcome.