Category: Global News
More than 100 people killed in earthquake in northwest China
The shallow 6.2 magnitude quake struck near the border of Gansu and Qinghai, sending people rushing onto the streets.
Iceland volcano erupts weeks after thousands evacuated from nearby town
Iceland has been on high alert for an eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula after weeks of intense seismic activity.
How Beijing is changing the way it involves itself in Taiwan’s election
Beijing is running a multi-pronged campaign to try and keep the ruling DPP from re-election in Taiwan.
North Korea’s Kim personally oversaw ICBM launch, state media says
Launch of solid-fuel Hwasong-18 sends 'clear signal to the hostile forces', Korean Central News Agency says.
Philippines’ billions in climate funds face scrutiny over green credentials
Climate activists say Manila's massive spending on climate-related initiatives is poorly allocated.
Is the US complicit in the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza?
As Israel continues its assault on Gaza, there is growing concern over humanitarian conditions in the besieged enclave.
Austin says US support for Israel unshakeable as Gaza ceasefire calls grow
Lloyd Austin says US support 'unshakeable', urges Israel to do more to protect civilians and increase aid supplies.
Hamas video shows elderly Israeli captives pleading for release
The Qassam Brigades releases the one-minute video, titled Don't Let Us Grow Old Here, on its Telegram account.
Israel accused of using starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza
Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of using starvation as a weapon of war.
Hundreds evacuated as floodwaters hit northeastern Australia
Residents took shelter on rooftops as intense precipitation created 'once-in-a-century' flooding around the state.