Category: Global News
South Korea to China: Why is East Asia producing so few babies?
The reasons are complex — the consequences more straightforward: An ageing population and deepening labour shortage.
Japan’s Nissan, Honda to partner on EVs to challenge Chinese, reports say
Japanese carmakers have struggled to keep up with their Chinese rivals in the fast-growing EV market.
James Crumbley, father of Michigan school attacker, guilty of manslaughter
Both parents will be sentenced on April 9, with manslaughter carrying a penalty of up to 15 years in prison.
India’s Citizenship Amendment Act is a devious anti-Muslim dog whistle
The CAA's main message is that Muslims do not belong to India in the same way that Hindus do. But it also goes further.
Senegal’s top opposition leaders released from prison as elections loom
Freedom for Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye could dramatically alter the election race.
Biden opposes Japanese takeover of US Steel, touts ‘American steel workers’
US president's remarks come as he is seeking to shore up support in key swing state of Pennsylvania.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 751
As the war enters its 751st day, these are the main developments.
Australian efforts on Islamophobia flag despite Christchurch wake-up call
Five years on, there has been little reflection on the Islamophobia behind the Christchurch mosque attacks.
Japan’s bid to cancel residency of foreigners who dodge taxes stirs unease
Tokyo's plans to give authorities more power to revoke permanent residency prompts cries of xenophobia.
What is the history of foreign interventions in Haiti?
As Haiti faces a crisis of gang violence, questions swirl about whether a multinational task force will help — or harm.