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Wednesday, 31 January 2024

Thailand: Popular reformist party Move Forward could be dissolved after court loss

The courts say Move Forward's campaign to amend harsh royal insult laws is a threat to Thai governance.

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Myanmar hands over three junta-backed Chinese warlords to Beijing

This is the latest twist in the stunning downfall of the military-backed Chinese mafia in Myanmar.

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Tuesday, 30 January 2024

Joinville: Acid spill covers Brazil river in thick white foam

A state of emergency is declared after a truck crash releases sulfonic acid into the Rio Seco.

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India navy rescues Pakistani sailors from pirates

This was the second anti-hijacking operation in two days by India's navy off Somalia's coast.

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Monday, 29 January 2024

Husband's 911 call key in reaching verdict in Alabama mom's murder



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Expats: Nicole Kidman show about Hong Kong not shown in city

It's a show about the life of foreigners in Hong Kong - but has aired everywhere except the city itself.

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Signs Panera Might Not Be Around Much Longer



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Sunday, 28 January 2024

Watch: Soup thrown at Mona Lisa painting

Protesters have thrown soup at the glass-protected Mona Lisa painting in Paris.

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Saturday, 27 January 2024

Why IBM's new retirement plan has the industry buzzing



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How Kenya's judges stood up to President William Ruto

Following weeks of bitter rows, two separate courts have ruled against the government.

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Friday, 26 January 2024

Women take the lead in India’s Republic Day parade

Every year, the country celebrates the day its constitution came into effect with a grand spectacle.

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Moment twins taken and sold at birth reunite with mum

Amy and Ano are among thousands in Georgia who were stolen from hospitals and trafficked.

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Ghana coup plot: Soldiers among six sentenced to death by hanging

The six have been sentenced to death by hanging for their involvement in a 2021 coup plot.

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Wednesday, 24 January 2024

World's first IVF rhino pregnancy 'could save species'

A fertility breakthrough offers hope for saving the northern white rhino from extinction.

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Russian jet crashes carrying Ukrainian PoWs - Moscow

A Russian transport plane with 65 Ukrainians onboard crashes in a region bordering Ukraine, says Russia.

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3 Kansas City Chiefs Fans Found Dead in Friend’s Backyard



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Tuesday, 23 January 2024

25 US Cities with the Highest Homeless Population Per Capita



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UK officials probe Iran generals' antisemitic talks to students

A watchdog is investigating videos of online speeches urging students to join an "apocalyptic war".

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Monday, 22 January 2024

Trump Chooses Absolutely Baffling New Topic For Latest Rambling Aside



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Ron DeSantis: Watch the rise and fall of self-proclaimed no drama candidate

The Florida governor drops out of the race for the White House - watch his ups and downs here.

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Sunday, 21 January 2024

China’s population time bomb is about to explode



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California: Rockslide blocking road cleared with explosives

Video shared by Placer County shows a road completely blocked by boulders, that are then blasted into small pieces.

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Jerusalem: Armenian Christians fight controversial land deal

Armenian Christians are trying to block a deal to redevelop their part of the holy city.

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Saturday, 20 January 2024

Australian Open 2024: Iga Swiatek stunned by Linda Noskova in third round

World number one Iga Swiatek is stunned by Czech 19-year-old Linda Noskova in the Australian Open third round.

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Explosions hit Syrian capital - local media

There were also 'plumes of smoke' seen across the city, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

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Friday, 19 January 2024

Australian Open 2024 results: Mirra Andreeva stages comeback win, Aryna Sabalenka & Coco Gauff progress

Teenager Mirra Andreeva saves a match point as she completes a stunning third-set comeback to reach the Australian Open fourth round.

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Comoros cuts internet after violent election protests

Opposition supporters are angry at the re-election of President Assoumani, describing it as fraud.

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Canadian former pole vault world champion Barber dies aged 29

Canada's former world pole vault champion Shawn Barber dies at the age of 29 from medical complications.

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Thursday, 18 January 2024

Arnold Schwarzenegger detained over EU tax for luxury watch

The probe for alleged tax evasion came as the actor arrived in Munich on his way to an auction.

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Lakshadweep: Can India's 'alternative Maldives' handle mass tourism?

Indian PM Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep could spark a tourist surge - but is the island chain ready?

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Wednesday, 17 January 2024

Flight returns to Japan after ‘drunk’ man bites crew member

The man, reportedly a 55-year-old American, said he did not remember what happened.

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Poland's journalists caught up in battle for airwaves

Public TV and radio are entangled in a political battle as Poland shifts away from the right.

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Maersk sends two US-flagged container ships through Red Sea



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China reports accelerating population decline

The decline underscores concerns about the future growth of the world's second-largest economy.

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Tuesday, 16 January 2024

Iowa caucuses: DeSantis edges out Haley for distant second behind Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is projected to win a distant second place, with Nikki Haley in third.

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Cyclone Belal: Mauritius raises warning to maximum

Authorities say the storm is now moving away from the island nation, but warn that risks still exist.

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Monday, 15 January 2024

Nauru cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favour of China

Just days after Taiwan's presidential election, the country has lost one of its few allies.

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Sunday, 14 January 2024

Namibia criticises German support for Israel over ICJ genocide case

Germany officially acknowledged committing genocide during its colonial occupation of Namibia in 2021.

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100 days since Hamas attacked Israel, triggering war in Gaza

Thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv to mark 100 days since the start of the unprecedented war against Hamas.

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Big protests break out in Yemen after U.S.-British attacks



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Big protests break out in Yemen after U.S.-British attacks



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Police Pursuit Involving Stolen Clothing Is Fun to Watch



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Annapoorani: Netflix removes Nayanthara film after backlash from Hindu groups

Members of hard-line Hindu groups had criticised the film for showing a Brahmin character eating meat.

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Thursday, 11 January 2024

Papua New Guinea: Streets overrun by looters in Port Moresby

At least eight people are killed in Port Moresby after police go on strike over a pay dispute.

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UN court to hear South Africa genocide case against Israel

Israel rejects South Africa's accusation that its actions in Gaza are "genocidal in character".

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Wednesday, 10 January 2024

Adan Canto: X-Men and Designated Survivor star dies of cancer at 42

Kiefer Sutherland and Halle Berry lead tributes to the "wonderful spirit" of the Mexican star.

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Bridge dilemma captures divide over China in Taiwan elections



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Tuesday, 9 January 2024

Tiger Woods and Nike end 27-year partnership

Woods became synonymous with Nike as they joined forces on his rise to the top in the late 1990s.

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South Korea passes law banning dog meat trade

Dog meat has fallen out of favour with diners in South Korea over the past few decades.

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China satellite launch over Taiwan triggers islandwide alert

Mobile phone users across Taiwan got an "air raid alert" warning them to "be aware for your safety".

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Monday, 8 January 2024

Ousman Sonko: Gambian ex-minister to go on trial in Switzerland for murder

Ousman Sonko is accused of crimes against humanity for abuses under former President Yahya Jammeh.

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Bilkis Bano: India Supreme Court cancels release of 2002 riots rapists

The early release of 11 men who raped Bilkis Bano and murdered her family caused global outrage.

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US Vulcan rocket launches on Moon mission

The Vulcan rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, with the Peregrine robotic lander onboard.

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Sunday, 7 January 2024

Biden mocked for appearing confused after anti-Trump speech: 'Lost again'



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Watch: Can you guess these impressions?

At the end of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, comedian Jon Culshaw shares impressions of two politicians.

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Saturday, 6 January 2024

Listen: Alaska flight's distress call to air traffic control

Radio communications between the Boeing plane and airport staff are obtained after the aircraft's loses part of its fuselage.

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Iran Guards commander challenges 'enemy' naval presence in region



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Watch: Inside Alaska Airlines plane as part blows off mid-air

Social media footage shows passengers on board the aircraft moments after it lost a section of its fuselage.

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Sister Thwarts Possible Kidnapping of 4-Year-Old



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Thursday, 4 January 2024

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark embarks on final ride in gold carriage before abdication

Queen Margrethe II will formally step down next Sunday, after announcing her abdication last month.

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Japan jet crash: Airline pilots initially unaware of cabin fire

It was a flight attendant who informed the cockpit of the cabin fire, said a spokesperson.

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Japan earthquake: Race to find survivors as critical 72-hour window closes

At least 77 people are now known to have died in the quake and thousands are still without power.

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Wednesday, 3 January 2024

Japan Airlines plane shown burned out after fire in aerial footage

The Japan Airlines plane burst into flames after a collision with a smaller coastguard aircraft on Tuesday.

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Tuesday, 2 January 2024

Thailand and China to waive visa requirements from March

Both countries have been trialling visa-free travel programmes to boost tourism recovery post Covid.

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UPDATE 2-Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia suffering heavy losses



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Melissa Hoskins' family 'utterly devastated' by death of Olympic cyclist

The family of Melissa Hoskins say they are "utterly devastated" following the death of the Olympic cyclist, who was hit by a car in Adelaide on Saturday.

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Monday, 1 January 2024

Massive earthquake jolts Japan, residents evacuate coast



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XpoSat: India launches space mission to study black holes

India has become only the second country to launch such a mission after the US.

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Tsunami warning in Japan after strong earthquake

A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the country's central region on Monday.

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