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Russia police crisis: Burned out, disappointed and demoralised

Russia police crisis: Burned out, disappointed and demoralised https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Russia's police force is in crisis, with officers are quitting to become taxi-drivers and couriers. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 04:11AM

Yury Garavsky: Swiss trial acquits man who admitted abducting Belarus politicians

Yury Garavsky: Swiss trial acquits man who admitted abducting Belarus politicians https://ift.tt/etnvYMa A Belarusian is released despite giving a detailed account of disappearing opposition members. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 04:01AM

Reverse migration: Why I'm moving from France to Algeria

Reverse migration: Why I'm moving from France to Algeria https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Journalist Maher Mezahi writes that despite his immigrant father's cynicism, he fell in love with Algeria. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 04:23AM

It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan https://ift.tt/etnvYMa As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 03:01AM

Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls

Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls https://ift.tt/etnvYMa There were fears that victory for populist Robert Fico would end military support for Ukraine. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 02:55AM

Maldives election: Pro-China candidate Muizzu wins presidency

Maldives election: Pro-China candidate Muizzu wins presidency https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Mohamed Muizzu ran an "India out" campaign as the current leader favours good relations with Delhi. Author -- October 01, 2023 at 01:58AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia says 100,000 refugees flee region

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia says 100,000 refugees flee region https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Almost the entire ethnic Armenian population has fled the region since Azerbaijan seized it last week. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 03:10PM

Man dies in Australia after whale strikes boat

Man dies in Australia after whale strikes boat https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Police said the likely collision had caused the boat to tilt, throwing both men overboard. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 02:14PM

Migrants celebrate and dance after being rescued

Migrants celebrate and dance after being rescued https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Male migrants from Syria, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Egypt danced after being rescued off the coast of Libya. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 09:01AM

Motorist fined after dog seen behind wheel of car

Motorist fined after dog seen behind wheel of car https://ift.tt/etnvYMa Police in Slovakia have fined a man after a dog was pictured in the driving seat of his Skoda. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 11:43AM

US urges Serbia to withdraw troops from Kosovo border as tensions rise

US urges Serbia to withdraw troops from Kosovo border as tensions rise https://ift.tt/1qkge57 In response to the "current situation", the UK sends troops to join Nato peacekeepers Kfor in Kosovo. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 03:40AM

Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder

Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder https://ift.tt/1qkge57 Hui Ka Yan, the founder of a crisis-hit Chinese property giant, is under police surveillance. Author -- September 30, 2023 at 03:01AM

Trudeau says serious about Canada's relations with India despite row

Trudeau says serious about Canada's relations with India despite row https://ift.tt/1qkge57 The Canadian PM said India was an important geopolitical and economic power. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 10:47AM

Slovakia elections: The populist ex-PM vowing to cut Ukraine support

Slovakia elections: The populist ex-PM vowing to cut Ukraine support https://ift.tt/1qkge57 Robert Fico says if his party returns to power in Saturday's vote, military aid to Ukraine will end. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 09:29AM

Evergrande: Why should I care if China property giant collapses?

Evergrande: Why should I care if China property giant collapses? https://ift.tt/1qkge57 There are reports the leaders of the heavily indebted Chinese property giant have been detained. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 09:05AM

Cricket World Cup: Why India's pace attack is its strength

Cricket World Cup: Why India's pace attack is its strength https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t Many see the World Cup as a battle between pace attacks. In that case, India hold their own comfortably. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 04:37AM

Victor Osimhen: Napoli 'never meant to offend or mock' striker but stop short of apology for TikTok

Victor Osimhen: Napoli 'never meant to offend or mock' striker but stop short of apology for TikTok https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t Napoli say they "never meant to offend or mock" Victor Osimhen in a social media post but stop short of publicly apologising to him. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 12:19AM

What China's economic problems mean for the world

What China's economic problems mean for the world https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t Problems faced by the world's second-largest economy include a property market crisis and slow growth. Author -- September 29, 2023 at 03:59AM

BBC helps to free suspected migrants stuck in refrigerated lorry in France

BBC helps to free suspected migrants stuck in refrigerated lorry in France https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t A woman spoke to us from inside the refrigerated truck in France, saying they were struggling to breathe. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 09:23AM

Russians queue up to see Barbie film despite sanctions

Russians queue up to see Barbie film despite sanctions https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t The Kremlin says Barbie is "not in line" with Russian values. Cinemagoers don't seem to mind. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 09:02AM

Evergrande: China property giant suspends shares amid reports of detained leaders

Evergrande: China property giant suspends shares amid reports of detained leaders https://ift.tt/2jFKo3t The stricken Chinese property giant suspends trading as reports emerge of its chairman being taken. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 08:31AM

Haikun: Taiwan unveils new submarine to fend off China

Haikun: Taiwan unveils new submarine to fend off China https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK Named after a mythical massive fish, the Haikun is Taiwan's first domestically made submarine. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 08:23AM

Danushka Gunathilaka: Sri Lankan cricketer found not guilty of rape

Danushka Gunathilaka: Sri Lankan cricketer found not guilty of rape https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK The Sri Lankan batsman was accused of assaulting a Sydney woman at her home after a Tinder date in Sydney. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 08:22AM

Vietnam climate activist on trial for tax evasion

Vietnam climate activist on trial for tax evasion https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK Human rights group say there is a worrying trend of activists being arrested on tax evasion charges. Author -- September 28, 2023 at 05:50AM

Travis King: North Korea to deport US soldier who crossed border

Travis King: North Korea to deport US soldier who crossed border https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK The 23-year-old ran across the border from South Korea during a tour of the area in July. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 04:13PM

S Jaishankar: India asks Canada for information on Sikh leader's murder

S Jaishankar: India asks Canada for information on Sikh leader's murder https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said India was open to looking into any "specific" details on the killing. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 10:34AM

Ukraine war: Cannabis in focus for veterans treatment

Ukraine war: Cannabis in focus for veterans treatment https://ift.tt/MdO1ilK Ukraine is battling a colossal PTSD crisis and wants to try anything to help - including cannabis. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 09:38AM

'They bombed everywhere': Survivors recount Karabakh attack

'They bombed everywhere': Survivors recount Karabakh attack https://ift.tt/ASCM80f Survivors in a remote village say three children and two adults were killed, including two boys from one family. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 05:44AM

Climate change: Six young people take 32 countries to court

Climate change: Six young people take 32 countries to court https://ift.tt/ASCM80f They claim governments' slow action on climate change violates their human rights. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 05:53AM

Air India Flight 182: India-Canada row brings 1985 bombing back in news

Air India Flight 182: India-Canada row brings 1985 bombing back in news https://ift.tt/ASCM80f In 1985, an Air India flight exploded mid-air, killing all 329 people on board - only one man was convicted. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 05:23AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia

Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia https://ift.tt/ASCM80f The exodus comes as the Armenian prime minister warns of ethnic cleansing in the region. Author -- September 27, 2023 at 01:44AM

Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says

Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says https://ift.tt/ASCM80f A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six large social networks. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 11:11PM

Humans of New York's Brandon Stanton wades into India copyright row

Humans of New York's Brandon Stanton wades into India copyright row https://ift.tt/ASCM80f Humans of Bombay, which follows the same format as the New York blog, is suing a similar Indian platform. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 10:02AM

Evergrande shares slide as mainland unit misses debt payment

Evergrande shares slide as mainland unit misses debt payment https://ift.tt/ASCM80f Several current and former executives have been detained, says Chinese business wire Caixin. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 10:45AM

Adam Britton: British croc expert admits sexually abusing dogs

Adam Britton: British croc expert admits sexually abusing dogs https://ift.tt/ASCM80f Adam Britton has pleaded guilty to 60 charges involving bestiality and child abuse material in Australia. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 09:42AM

World War Two: The Australian commando raid in Singapore

World War Two: The Australian commando raid in Singapore https://ift.tt/ASCM80f In 1943, Operation Jaywick sent 14 men from Australia on a mission to sink Japanese ships in Singapore. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 05:24AM

South Korean president to meet UK King in state visit

South Korean president to meet UK King in state visit https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM Yoon Suk-yeol has accepted an invitation from King Charles III to visit the UK. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 05:05AM

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 04:14AM

The British Asian cancer survivors tackling breast taboo

The British Asian cancer survivors tackling breast taboo https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM Asian women are being encouraged to push past cultural stigma and get checked for breast cancer. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 04:48AM

Ukraine: The soldiers who can’t leave the front line until the war is over

Ukraine: The soldiers who can’t leave the front line until the war is over https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM For Ukrainian troops, life on the front line is far from easy, as the BBC's Mark Urban witnessed up close. Author -- September 26, 2023 at 04:08AM

Chandrayaan-3: Hopes of Moon lander reawakening dim as India awaits signal

Chandrayaan-3: Hopes of Moon lander reawakening dim as India awaits signal https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM Scientists tell the BBC that chances of of the lander's reawakening are "dimming with each passing hour". Author -- September 25, 2023 at 12:28PM

Messina Denaro: Notorious Italian Mafia boss dies

Messina Denaro: Notorious Italian Mafia boss dies https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM The 61-year-old, who spent decades on the run, boasted that he could "fill a cemetery" with his victims. Author -- September 25, 2023 at 11:30AM

Kosovo and Serbia row over monastery gun battle

Kosovo and Serbia row over monastery gun battle https://ift.tt/YUWZvHM A Kosovan policeman and three ethnic Serb gunmen are dead after a siege of a monastery in Kosovo. Author -- September 25, 2023 at 05:59AM

Ukraine war: Training to clear the world's most heavily mined country

Ukraine war: Training to clear the world's most heavily mined country https://ift.tt/oOvjs48 How British military bomb disposal teams are helping Ukrainian engineers clear Russian minefields. Author -- September 25, 2023 at 04:59AM

Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions

Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions https://ift.tt/oOvjs48 New Brexit trade rules could push up the price of electric cars, manufacturers warn. Author -- September 25, 2023 at 04:04AM

Solheim Cup: Europe retain trophy with 14-14 tie with US in Spain

Solheim Cup: Europe retain trophy with 14-14 tie with US in Spain https://ift.tt/oOvjs48 Spain's Carlota Ciganda sensationally holes the putt that sees Europe retain the Solheim Cup as they tie 14-14 with the United States in her homeland. Author -- September 24, 2023 at 10:17PM

Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador https://ift.tt/oOvjs48 French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come". Author -- September 25, 2023 at 12:13AM

Metal-mining pollution impacts 23 million people worldwide

Metal-mining pollution impacts 23 million people worldwide https://ift.tt/oOvjs48 They live on flood-plains contaminated by potentially harmful levels of toxic waste, research reveals. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 06:04PM

Ukraine war: How Zelensky is grappling with Western war fatigue

Ukraine war: How Zelensky is grappling with Western war fatigue https://ift.tt/48YpqDG Ukraine’s leader has always been comfortable campaigning for help - now he’s having to negotiate. Author -- September 24, 2023 at 04:58AM

French rapper MHD gets 12 years in jail for murder

French rapper MHD gets 12 years in jail for murder https://ift.tt/48YpqDG MHD, a pioneer of "Afro trap" music, was tried for the gang murder of a young man in Paris in 2018. Author -- September 24, 2023 at 05:43AM

AI-generated naked child images shock Spanish town of Almendralejo

AI-generated naked child images shock Spanish town of Almendralejo https://ift.tt/48YpqDG More than 20 Spanish girls in the small town of Almendralejo have so far come forward as victims. Author -- September 24, 2023 at 04:17AM

The Archies: Why an American comic book evokes nostalgia in Indians

The Archies: Why an American comic book evokes nostalgia in Indians https://ift.tt/48YpqDG Archie Comic fans explain why the comic was so popular in the 1990s and whether it can be reinvented. Author -- September 24, 2023 at 04:05AM

James Nachtwey: The last of the great photojournalists

James Nachtwey: The last of the great photojournalists https://ift.tt/48YpqDG James Nachtwey's images are known for their brutal immediacy. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 07:45AM

Long Covid: MRI scans reveal new clues to symptoms

Long Covid: MRI scans reveal new clues to symptoms https://ift.tt/48YpqDG Further evidence emerges that a serious infection can leave some major organs with long-term damage. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 04:50AM

Panic in Nagorno-Karabakh but Azerbaijan rejects fears of ethnic cleansing

Panic in Nagorno-Karabakh but Azerbaijan rejects fears of ethnic cleansing https://ift.tt/48YpqDG Thousands of ethnic Armenians fear for their safety despite Azerbaijan's promises. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 06:52AM

‘The state says our kids don’t exist’ - how LGBT life is changing in Italy

‘The state says our kids don’t exist’ - how LGBT life is changing in Italy https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH Italy is removing children from registers and stopping surrogacy abroad in new rules affecting same-sex couples. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 05:01AM

NME: The high-end magazines making a vinyl-style comeback

NME: The high-end magazines making a vinyl-style comeback https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH The once-mass market UK music bible NME returns as a premium product with scarcity as a selling point. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 04:23AM

Incendiary remark on Sikh's murder stokes debate in Canada diaspora

Incendiary remark on Sikh's murder stokes debate in Canada diaspora https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH An inflammatory comment by one commentator lays bare a sense of political friction in the diaspora. Author -- September 23, 2023 at 04:47AM

Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show

Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH The ex-Fox News anchor appears in a trailer on state-run Rossiya 24 but exact details are not clear. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 09:59PM

India-Canada row: Justin Trudeau repeats allegation against India amid row

India-Canada row: Justin Trudeau repeats allegation against India amid row https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that there were "credible reasons" for the allegation. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 10:51AM

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky makes unannounced visit to Canada

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky makes unannounced visit to Canada https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH The Ukrainian president has landed in Canada for the first time since Russia's invasion in February 2022. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 09:18AM

Chevron and unions agree to end Western Australia gas strikes

Chevron and unions agree to end Western Australia gas strikes https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH The dispute triggered volatile trading on energy markets over concerns it could hit global gas supplies. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 06:19AM

Zelensky's critical visit to Washington DC...in 100 seconds

Zelensky's critical visit to Washington DC...in 100 seconds https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH The Ukrainian president visited the Capitol, the Pentagon and the White House looking for support. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 05:53AM

JPEX: Hong Kong investigates influencer-backed crypto exchange

JPEX: Hong Kong investigates influencer-backed crypto exchange https://ift.tt/T8AfiNH About 2,000 investors lost money on the JPEX platform which was advertised on Hong Kong's metro. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 05:26AM

France crush Namibia 96-0 at Rugby World Cup

France crush Namibia 96-0 at Rugby World Cup https://ift.tt/POCzi3y France are on the brink of reaching the World Cup quarter-finals after claiming the biggest win of the 2023 tournament with a 96-0 victory over Namibia. Author -- September 22, 2023 at 02:43AM

In Pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla on state visit to France

In Pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla on state visit to France https://ift.tt/POCzi3y The couple are on a three-day visit, with a state dinner among the highlights of the first day. Author -- September 21, 2023 at 09:10AM

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha: India set to approve historic women's quota bill

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha: India set to approve historic women's quota bill https://ift.tt/POCzi3y The proposed law guarantees a third of seats for women in India's parliament and state assemblies. Author -- September 21, 2023 at 10:58AM

South Korea raids US military bases in drugs probe

South Korea raids US military bases in drugs probe https://ift.tt/POCzi3y Some 17 soldiers and five other people allegedly smuggled or used synthetic marijuana via military mail. Author -- September 21, 2023 at 09:57AM

Tamil Nadu: The Indian men who photographed dead bodies

Tamil Nadu: The Indian men who photographed dead bodies https://ift.tt/POCzi3y Two photographers from Tamil Nadu recall what it was like taking pictures of the dead for a living. Author -- September 21, 2023 at 04:54AM

US returns Egon Schiele art stolen by Nazis to heirs

US returns Egon Schiele art stolen by Nazis to heirs https://ift.tt/POCzi3y Jewish performer Fritz Grünbaum who owned these Egon Schiele pieces was killed by the Nazis in 1941. Author -- September 21, 2023 at 04:55AM

Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm

Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg Twenty-four hours into an Azerbaijan army offensive, ethnic-Armenian forces agree terms for a ceasefire. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 02:29PM

Indonesia: TikToker jailed two years over pork video

Indonesia: TikToker jailed two years over pork video https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg Lina Mukherjee, who identifies as Muslim, said an Islamic phrase before eating crispy pork skin. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 02:10PM

Spain players agree to end boycott before Nations League games

Spain players agree to end boycott before Nations League games https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg Most of the Spain team agree to end their boycott, says secretary of state for sports Victor Francos. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 12:23PM

Paris St-Germain 2-0 Borussia Dortmund: Kylian Mbappe scores as Ligue 1 champions outclass Germans

Paris St-Germain 2-0 Borussia Dortmund: Kylian Mbappe scores as Ligue 1 champions outclass Germans https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg Kylian Mbappe provides the breakthrough for Paris St-Germain as they open their Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund at Parc des Princes. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 02:31AM

Fukushima: China's seafood imports from Japan down 67% in August

Fukushima: China's seafood imports from Japan down 67% in August https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg The fall came as Japan started to release treated waste water from the damaged nuclear power plant. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 09:51AM

Russia superyacht symbolises challenge of seizing assets

Russia superyacht symbolises challenge of seizing assets https://ift.tt/zjHkcIg The BBC investigates the seizure of a £54m yacht and its links to a sanctioned Russian billionaire. Author -- September 20, 2023 at 05:57AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: Conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenians explained

Nagorno-Karabakh: Conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenians explained https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Nagorno-Karabakh is at the heart of the long-running conflict between ethnic Armenians and Azerbaijanis. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 11:20PM

Jenni Hermoso: Spain forward says 'nothing has changed' as boycotting players are called up

Jenni Hermoso: Spain forward says 'nothing has changed' as boycotting players are called up https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Jenni Hermoso says the decision to call-up players who are boycotting the national team is proof "nothing has changed" at the Spanish FA. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 01:33PM

Ukraine sues EU neighbours over food imports ban

Ukraine sues EU neighbours over food imports ban https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Kyiv says Slovakia, Poland and Hungary act illegally - but they say they need to protect their farmers. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 01:21AM

Spain players reiterate strike stance after national team call up

Spain players reiterate strike stance after national team call up https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Spain players have reiterated that they are boycotting the national team despite being called up to the women's national team. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 03:07AM

Japan population: One in 10 people aged 80 or older for first time

Japan population: One in 10 people aged 80 or older for first time https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 The world's oldest country has long struggled with how to provide for its ageing population. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 09:25AM

How Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder fuelled Canada-India row

How Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder fuelled Canada-India row https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Hundreds of Sikhs have protested the Indian state after the killing of a prominent leader in Canada. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 03:17AM

India may be linked to Canadian Sikh leader's death - Trudeau

India may be linked to Canadian Sikh leader's death - Trudeau https://ift.tt/Cn5zHF6 Mr Trudeau says there are "credible allegations" India was involved in Hardeep Singh Nijjar's death. Author -- September 19, 2023 at 03:53AM

Rare dinosaur 'Barry' up for sale at Paris auction

Rare dinosaur 'Barry' up for sale at Paris auction https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO The 150 million year-old camptosaurus is expected to fetch up to €1.2m ($1.2m) in October. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 05:22PM

China sends top envoy Wang Yi to Russia for security talks

China sends top envoy Wang Yi to Russia for security talks https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO Moscow is seeking continued support on the Ukraine war, including a suspected North Korea arms deal. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 12:51PM

China sends top envoy Wang Yi to Russia for security talks

China sends top envoy Wang Yi to Russia for security talks https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO Moscow is seeking continued support on the Ukraine war, including a suspected North Korea arms deal. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 11:51AM

Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing

Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO Wildlife officers say the man endangered Shiva the snake and breached his permit to keep her. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 11:10AM

War in Ukraine: Is the counter-offensive making progress?

War in Ukraine: Is the counter-offensive making progress? https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO Ukraine's generals say they have broken through Russia's first line of defence in the south. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 04:02AM

Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says

Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO The agreement is due for review in 2025, which the Labour leader says is a key moment to reset relations. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 04:06AM

Libya: Greek rescuers among those killed in road collision

Libya: Greek rescuers among those killed in road collision https://ift.tt/HQBwPLO Members of a Libyan family also died in the crash and several other people were seriously injured. Author -- September 18, 2023 at 03:57AM

228 Eritrean opposition supporters arrested in Stuttgart

228 Eritrean opposition supporters arrested in Stuttgart https://ift.tt/tH5lmI9 More clashes between Eritrean regime supporters and members of the opposition has erupted in Europe Author -- September 17, 2023 at 08:52PM

Lampedusa: Ursula von der Leyen and Giorgia Meloni visit island after migrant boat fears

Lampedusa: Ursula von der Leyen and Giorgia Meloni visit island after migrant boat fears https://ift.tt/tH5lmI9 More than 8,000 migrants have arrived on the Italian island over the past three days. Author -- September 17, 2023 at 03:45PM

First grain ships arrive in Ukraine using new route

First grain ships arrive in Ukraine using new route https://ift.tt/tH5lmI9 Officials say the vessels will deliver 200,000 tonnes of wheat to world markets. Author -- September 17, 2023 at 05:15AM

Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash https://ift.tt/tH5lmI9 Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky. Author -- September 17, 2023 at 03:12AM

Greece floods: Austrian honeymooners killed after holiday home swept away

Greece floods: Austrian honeymooners killed after holiday home swept away https://ift.tt/zO4D29G DNA tests on two bodies recovered from the floods have confirmed their identities, Austria says. Author -- September 17, 2023 at 01:19AM

Rugby World Cup: Wales fans treat Nice to hymn in flash mob

Rugby World Cup: Wales fans treat Nice to hymn in flash mob https://ift.tt/zO4D29G A flash mob of fans sing Calon Lan on the street in Nice ahead of Wales clash with Portugal. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 10:42PM

Lampedusa: Italy recovers body of newborn baby from migrant boat

Lampedusa: Italy recovers body of newborn baby from migrant boat https://ift.tt/zO4D29G The child's mother is likely to have given birth on the journey to Lampedusa, reports say. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 05:42PM

Ukraine's Crimea attacks seen as key to counter-offensive against Russia

Ukraine's Crimea attacks seen as key to counter-offensive against Russia https://ift.tt/zO4D29G This week's attacks against Russian targets are part of increased efforts to cut supply lines. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 03:14PM

Historic Ukrainian sites in Kyiv and Lviv added to UN danger list

Historic Ukrainian sites in Kyiv and Lviv added to UN danger list https://ift.tt/zO4D29G St Sophia's Cathedral in Lviv is among the buildings the UN warns is at risk of destruction. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 08:07AM

Poland: Government under pressure over escalating cash for visa scandal

Poland: Government under pressure over escalating cash for visa scandal https://ift.tt/zO4D29G Media reports say migrants paid up to $5,000 (£4,000) each to speed up work visa applications. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 04:29AM

What anger over top influencer says about China today

What anger over top influencer says about China today https://ift.tt/zO4D29G Li Jiaqi's comments struck a raw nerve as China's youth struggle to find jobs in a sputtering economy. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 03:00AM

The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations. Author -- September 16, 2023 at 12:19AM

Berlin protesters condemn Russian soprano Netrebko's opera performance

Berlin protesters condemn Russian soprano Netrebko's opera performance https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM Anna Netrebko has been accused of failing to denounce Vladimir Putin for Russia's war in Ukraine. Author -- September 15, 2023 at 11:33PM

Taiwan tells Elon Musk it is 'not for sale'

Taiwan tells Elon Musk it is 'not for sale' https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM Mr Musk draws anger from Taipei again for his comments saying the island belongs to China. Author -- September 15, 2023 at 10:55AM

Bangladesh jails activists for 2013 report on security force killings

Bangladesh jails activists for 2013 report on security force killings https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM Adilur Rahman Khan and Nasiruddin Elan had the charges hanging over their heads for 10 years. Author -- September 15, 2023 at 09:34AM

Kim Jong Un-Putin talks: What do the optics tell us?

Kim Jong Un-Putin talks: What do the optics tell us? https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM The meeting between North Korean and Russian leaders aimed to send a message to the West. Author -- September 15, 2023 at 05:05AM

Kim Jong Un-Putin talks: What do the optics tell us?

Kim Jong Un-Putin talks: What do the optics tell us? https://ift.tt/O2J5nVM The meeting between North Korean and Russian leaders was orchestrated to send a message to the West. Author -- September 15, 2023 at 05:05AM

Ukraine's Zelensky expected to meet Biden during US trip

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Karnataka: Man arrested for stealing buffaloes 58 years ago

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Rogue Russian pilot tried to shoot down RAF aircraft in 2022

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Afghanistan: Taliban welcome first Chinese ambassador since takeover

Afghanistan: Taliban welcome first Chinese ambassador since takeover https://ift.tt/sTjUGuR Afghanistan's leaders say it's a sign for other nations to establish relations with its government. Author -- September 14, 2023 at 10:24AM

France sets out plan to ban disposable vapes

France sets out plan to ban disposable vapes https://ift.tt/sTjUGuR France joins several other European countries that are trying to stop children using e-cigarettes. Author -- September 14, 2023 at 04:21AM

Seattle officer recorded joking about woman killed by a police car

Seattle officer recorded joking about woman killed by a police car https://ift.tt/sTjUGuR Video appears to show a Seattle police officer laughing about an Indian student killed by a patrol car. Author -- September 14, 2023 at 03:12AM

Sara Sharif relatives arrested on suspicion of murder

Sara Sharif relatives arrested on suspicion of murder https://ift.tt/vFCGRlh The father, stepmother and uncle of Sara Sharif, 10, are arrested after returning to UK from Pakistan. Author -- September 14, 2023 at 02:26AM

Isa Balado: Anger in Spain after man appears to grope reporter live on air

Isa Balado: Anger in Spain after man appears to grope reporter live on air https://ift.tt/vFCGRlh Isa Balado was broadcasting live on air when the man walked up and appeared to touch her. Author -- September 14, 2023 at 02:20AM

Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

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Kerala: India state on alert after Nipah virus deaths

Kerala: India state on alert after Nipah virus deaths https://ift.tt/vFCGRlh This is the fourth Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala state since 2018. Author -- September 13, 2023 at 11:55AM

Qantas illegally fired 1,700 workers at start of pandemic, court rules

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Three reasons Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin might want to be friends

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Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia

Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX The North Korean leader is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Russia. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 11:42PM

Australia MP says male colleague used to breathe on her neck in parliament

Australia MP says male colleague used to breathe on her neck in parliament https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX Karen Andrews says the physical harassment and crude comments occurred inside parliament. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 09:11AM

G20: China says Delhi declaration sent a positive signal

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Who's next? The risk of living next door to Putin

Who's next? The risk of living next door to Putin https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX The Ukraine war has put Russia's nervous neighbours on high alert, reports Europe editor Katya Adler. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 10:00AM

Maria Ressa: Philippines Nobel winner acquitted of last tax evasion case

Maria Ressa: Philippines Nobel winner acquitted of last tax evasion case https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX Filipina journalist scores another legal win in cases filed under Rodrigo Duterte's term. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 09:51AM

Mark Dickey: US explorer freed from one of Turkey's deepest caves

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Canada's Trudeau stranded in India by plane problems

Canada's Trudeau stranded in India by plane problems https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX The prime minister had been set to leave on Sunday after a tense meeting with India's Narendra Modi. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 01:29AM

Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK

Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK https://ift.tt/JdOlKiX UK officials say Moscow fired at the ship in Odesa port, with the attack stopped by air defences. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 01:19AM

Ukraine claims to retake Black Sea drilling rigs from Russian control

Ukraine claims to retake Black Sea drilling rigs from Russian control https://ift.tt/h9iy3SZ The four strategically important oil and gas platforms were seized by Russia in 2015. Author -- September 12, 2023 at 12:40AM

G20 summit: Biden says raised human rights in India with Modi

G20 summit: Biden says raised human rights in India with Modi https://ift.tt/h9iy3SZ The US president spoke at a press conference in Hanoi about his visit to India for the G20 summit. Author -- September 11, 2023 at 11:44AM

Hong Kong: Cliffside mansions at risk of collapse after record rains

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Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss

Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss https://ift.tt/h9iy3SZ Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation following criticism for kissing Jenni Hermoso after the Women's World Cup final. Author -- September 11, 2023 at 01:40AM

Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience

Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience https://ift.tt/h9iy3SZ Hansi Flick is dismissed as manager of Euro 2024 hosts Germany following a poor run of results. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 08:45PM

Beatification for Polish family murdered for sheltering Jews

Beatification for Polish family murdered for sheltering Jews https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI A beatification Mass is held for the family of nine, who were executed by Nazis for protecting Jews. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 07:38PM

Ukraine war: Two foreign aid workers die in Russian missile strike

Ukraine war: Two foreign aid workers die in Russian missile strike https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI Two volunteers are killed and two others injured when their vehicle comes under fire in Ukraine. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 06:28PM

Russia hails unexpected G20 'milestone' as Ukraine fumes

Russia hails unexpected G20 'milestone' as Ukraine fumes https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI The world's leading economies issue a joint statement shorn of direct criticism of Moscow's war. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 06:06PM

30 fighting days left for Ukraine’s offensive - US Army chief

30 fighting days left for Ukraine’s offensive - US Army chief https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI Gen Mark Milley tells Laura Kuenssberg the autumn weather will make Ukraine's manoeuvres much harder. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 10:11AM

Ukraine war: Kyiv foils big Russian drone attack, officials say

Ukraine war: Kyiv foils big Russian drone attack, officials say https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI Ukraine's capital is showered in debris from intercepted Russian drones, city officials say. Author -- September 10, 2023 at 09:20AM

Kim Jong Un marks North Korea's anniversary with parade

Kim Jong Un marks North Korea's anniversary with parade https://ift.tt/FKWLxXI Russia congratulates Kim Jong Un amid rumours of a possible meeting between him and Vladimir Putin. Author -- September 09, 2023 at 05:07PM

French shrug off Muslim upset at abaya ban in schools

French shrug off Muslim upset at abaya ban in schools https://ift.tt/LHs5AVP France is broadly supportive of stopping girls wearing the robe, but many Muslim women are unhappy. Author -- September 09, 2023 at 05:36AM

Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem

Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem https://ift.tt/LHs5AVP Ernie, Baidu's answer to ChatGPT, is wary of sensitive subjects - and clearly dodges questions. Author -- September 09, 2023 at 03:14AM

Hong Kong and southern China battles widespread flooding from record rains

Hong Kong and southern China battles widespread flooding from record rains https://ift.tt/91yxQRd Locals are advised to stay home as record rainfall turns city streets into raging rivers. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 10:19AM

Johnny Kitagawa: J-pop agency's new boss Higashiyama also faces abuse allegations

Johnny Kitagawa: J-pop agency's new boss Higashiyama also faces abuse allegations https://ift.tt/91yxQRd Noriyuki Higashiyama said he could not recall if he had sexually assaulted juniors at the boyband agency. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 09:06AM

Apple shares slide after China government iPhone ban reports

Apple shares slide after China government iPhone ban reports https://ift.tt/91yxQRd The technology giant's stock market valuation has fallen by almost $200bn in the last two days. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 07:47AM

Kim Jong Un reveals 'nuclear attack submarine'

Kim Jong Un reveals 'nuclear attack submarine' https://ift.tt/91yxQRd North Korea has not yet demonstrated that the submarine is actually operational. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 07:35AM

Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels

Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels https://ift.tt/91yxQRd Combining solar panels and a roof garden is a tricky and costly engineering task. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 04:22AM

G20 India: Can a divided group deliver results?

G20 India: Can a divided group deliver results? https://ift.tt/91yxQRd G20 president India wants workable outcomes but the Ukraine war has deeply divided the group. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 02:17AM

Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal

Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal https://ift.tt/91yxQRd Vincent Van Quickenborne has received criticism after guests at his birthday urinated on a police van. Author -- September 08, 2023 at 12:44AM

UK rejoins EU science research scheme Horizon

UK rejoins EU science research scheme Horizon https://ift.tt/bh7RtOH UK-based scientists and institutions will have access to the £85bn fund from today. Author -- September 07, 2023 at 11:44AM

China exports fall for the fourth month in a row

China exports fall for the fourth month in a row https://ift.tt/bh7RtOH The declines in trade were not as bad as expected and an improvement on the previous month. Author -- September 07, 2023 at 11:23AM

Japan joins Moon race with successful rocket launch

Japan joins Moon race with successful rocket launch https://ift.tt/bh7RtOH If all goes well, the lunar lander that the rocket is carrying will attempt a Moon landing in February. Author -- September 07, 2023 at 09:18AM

US Open 2023 results: Daniil Medvedev overcomes hot conditions to beat Andrey Rublev

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California moves towards caste discrimination ban

California moves towards caste discrimination ban https://ift.tt/bh7RtOH Legislators said the measure would remove "invisible shackles", but Hindu activists said it singled out South Asians. Author -- September 07, 2023 at 04:26AM

Slums hidden as India puts on its best face for G20

Slums hidden as India puts on its best face for G20 https://ift.tt/bh7RtOH Delhi is pulling out all the stops to dazzle world leaders as they prepare to gather this weekend. Author -- September 07, 2023 at 02:08AM

US Open 2023 results: Novak Djokovic beats Taylor Fritz to reach record 47th major semi-final

US Open 2023 results: Novak Djokovic beats Taylor Fritz to reach record 47th major semi-final https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 Novak Djokovic reaches a record 47th men's Grand Slam semi-final with a straight-set win over Taylor Fritz at the US Open. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 09:39AM

Chevron and unions in talks to avert Australia LNG strike

Chevron and unions in talks to avert Australia LNG strike https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 Workers are scheduled to begin a series of stoppages from Thursday in the dispute over pay and conditions. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 08:34AM

Claude the koala unmasked as prolific plant thief in Australia

Claude the koala unmasked as prolific plant thief in Australia https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 It ate thousands of seedlings that had been earmarked to help boost Australian koala habitat. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 08:07AM

Ukraine war: Cyber-teams fight a high-tech war on front lines

Ukraine war: Cyber-teams fight a high-tech war on front lines https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 In 18 months of war, Ukraine has learnt new ways to integrate technology into the modern battlefield. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 04:51AM

Wagner to be declared terrorist organisation by UK

Wagner to be declared terrorist organisation by UK https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 It will become illegal to be a member of or support the Russian mercenary group. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 02:40AM

Greece floods: Volos mayor warns 'stay in your homes!'

Greece floods: Volos mayor warns 'stay in your homes!' https://ift.tt/jtC5MS7 One person has died in Greece after torrential rain triggered flash flooding in parts of the country. Author -- September 06, 2023 at 01:47AM

Venice: Scuffles occur outside Woody Allen film premiere

Venice: Scuffles occur outside Woody Allen film premiere https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 The protesters chanted "no rape culture" as they attempted to get on to the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival. Author -- September 05, 2023 at 04:43AM

Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark

Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 03:37PM

‘Wrong number’ couple fight India deportation

‘Wrong number’ couple fight India deportation https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 Pakistani Gulzar Khan and his wife want to stay together after he married her illegally in India. Author -- September 05, 2023 at 02:10AM

Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for weapons talks

Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for weapons talks https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 The North Korean leader will discuss supplying weapons for Russia to use in Ukraine, US official tells BBC US partner CBS Author -- September 05, 2023 at 01:57AM

Israelis held in Cyprus over alleged rape

Israelis held in Cyprus over alleged rape https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 Israel's foreign ministry says six citizens were arrested on suspicion of raping a British tourist. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 08:16PM

New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming https://ift.tt/lutdvq1 In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 04:01AM

US Open 2023 results: Iga Swiatek loses to Jelena Ostapenko in New York

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Typhoon Haikui: Dozens injured after storm sweeps Taiwan

Typhoon Haikui: Dozens injured after storm sweeps Taiwan https://ift.tt/JqLsaPu Haikui was the first big storm to directly hit the island in four years, lashing the south-east. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 09:17AM

Biden disappointed Xi will not attend G20 summit

Biden disappointed Xi will not attend G20 summit https://ift.tt/JqLsaPu The two leaders last met on the side-lines of last year's summit in Bali, Indonesia. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 07:21AM

Jammu: Long wait for justice after India cough syrup deaths

Jammu: Long wait for justice after India cough syrup deaths https://ift.tt/JqLsaPu In 2020, 12 children in India's Jammu region died, allegedly after drinking a contaminated cough syrup. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 04:14AM

Teacher suicide exposes parent bullying in S Korea

Teacher suicide exposes parent bullying in S Korea https://ift.tt/JqLsaPu The tragedy has unleashed a wave of anger from primary school teachers across the country. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 04:07AM

Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed

Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed https://ift.tt/JqLsaPu Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Oleksii Reznikov, saying "new approaches" were needed. Author -- September 04, 2023 at 01:41AM

Hubert Aiwanger: Bavarian deputy leader keeps job after antisemitism claims

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Mukesh Ambani succession plan: The new generation taking over from Asia’s richest man

Mukesh Ambani succession plan: The new generation taking over from Asia’s richest man https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE Mukesh Ambani, who heads India's biggest business empire, is preparing to hand over the reins to his children. Author -- September 03, 2023 at 04:37AM

Berliners rave against the motorway as extension threatens 20 cultural venues

Berliners rave against the motorway as extension threatens 20 cultural venues https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE Clubbers hold street party protesting against plan to flatten 20 venues in path of ring road extension Author -- September 03, 2023 at 04:45AM

Ukrainian billionaire Ihor Kolomoisky held in anti-corruption drive

Ukrainian billionaire Ihor Kolomoisky held in anti-corruption drive https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE Ihor Kolomoisky is accused of fraud and is the latest target of Ukraine's anti-corruption drive. Author -- September 03, 2023 at 03:43AM

Fukushima: China's anger at Japan is fuelled by disinformation

Fukushima: China's anger at Japan is fuelled by disinformation https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE Scientists have backed Japan's treated waste water release, but Beijing's protest remains loud. Author -- September 03, 2023 at 03:02AM

Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum. Author -- September 03, 2023 at 01:23AM

Ukraine war: Nobel Prize invitation to Russia and Iran withdrawn

Ukraine war: Nobel Prize invitation to Russia and Iran withdrawn https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE The U-turn comes after strong criticism against it in Sweden as well as by Ukraine. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 06:08PM

Australia launches mission to rescue Antarctic researcher

Australia launches mission to rescue Antarctic researcher https://ift.tt/Z90QjfE An icebreaker is sent from Tasmania to evacuate an Australian with a "developing medical condition". Author -- September 02, 2023 at 05:50PM

Aditya-L1: India set to launch its first mission to Sun

Aditya-L1: India set to launch its first mission to Sun https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF Aditya-L1 comes just days after India made history by becoming the first to land near the Moon's south pole. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 04:21AM

Ukraine war: Putin influencers profiting from war propaganda

Ukraine war: Putin influencers profiting from war propaganda https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF Russia's military bloggers are reaping the rewards of a growing advertising market on Telegram. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 04:07AM

Macron looks on as France's Africa policy crumbles

Macron looks on as France's Africa policy crumbles https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF France's post-colonial days are long gone and yet its influence in Francophone Africa is in tatters. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 04:15AM

Amateur sleuths take on bike thieves in Finland

Amateur sleuths take on bike thieves in Finland https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF The Finnish city of Oulu is a hive of activity for bike thieves - but one man is determined to stop them. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 04:30AM

Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential. Author -- September 02, 2023 at 03:00AM

Rubiales vows to 'defend myself to prove truth' over kiss

Rubiales vows to 'defend myself to prove truth' over kiss https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has said he will continue defending himself "to prove the truth". Author -- September 02, 2023 at 01:23AM

Russia labels editor and Nobel winner Dmitry Muratov 'foreign agent'

Russia labels editor and Nobel winner Dmitry Muratov 'foreign agent' https://ift.tt/Y3x4elF Dmitry Muratov's Novaya Gazeta daily lost its licence in Russia and now he is labelled a "foreign agent". Author -- September 02, 2023 at 02:42AM