Category: Global News
Ivory Coast presidential election: Who’s standing and what’s at stake?
Tensions are mounting over President Ouattara's decision to run for a fourth term and a ban on opposition candidates.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,339
Here are the key events from day 1,339 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dead at 93: Royal Palace
Former Queen Sirikit, mother of Thailand's current King Vajiralongkorn, passed away on Friday night, the palace said.
Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal
The probe comes as the US government seeks additional leverage against Beijing amid escalating trade tensions.
Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report
Study finds that rates soar to 90 percent in some regions as humanitarian crises compound childhood exploitation.
US deploys aircraft carrier amid hardening stance towards Venezuela
The Trump administration has carried out a serious of provocative moves that point towards possible military action.
Four African countries taken off global money-laundering ‘grey list’
South Africa, Nigeria, Mozambique, Burkina Faso removed from Financial Action Task Force's financial crimes list.
Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings
Move to close Vilnius, Kaunas airports and border comes after helium balloons drifted into the country's territory.
Croatia reintroduces mandatory military conscription after 17 years
Defence Minister Ivan Anusic cites rise in 'various types of threats' amid regional concerns and Russia-Ukraine war.
US Justice Department to send election observers to California, New Jersey
Republicans in both states have requested the Trump administration monitor for 'irregularities' over Democratic outcry.