Category: Global News
Malaysia sees Chinese tourist boom in the offing after pandemic slump
Kuala Lumpur targets record 5 million Chinese visitors in 2024 as it hopes to accelerate post-pandemic recovery.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 757
As the war enters its 757th day, these are the main developments.
Why has Vietnam’s president resigned after just a year?
Vo Van Thuong is the latest high-profile figure to resign amid a corruption crackdown.
Blinken: Clear consensus for immediate, sustained ceasefire in Gaza
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a ceasefire is the best way to increase the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
At least three killed in suicide bombing in Afghan city of Kandahar
At least 12 others wounded in blast that targeted a group of people waiting outside a bank in city centre.
Russia launches largest missile attack on Kyiv in weeks
Russia launched its biggest missile strike in weeks on the city of Kyiv.
US congressional leaders propose spending bill that would cut UNRWA funding
Biden-backed, bipartisan legislation to avoid government shutdown would ban aid for UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal arrested over corruption claims
Kejriwal is a key leader in an opposition alliance challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi in elections next month.
In Colombia, hunting poachers, not drug traffickers
Four-year-old police unit rescues exotic wildlife sold on the international black market.
The UN approves its first resolution on artificial intelligence
The UN General Assembly has called for a set of international guidelines to address the risks and benefits of AI.