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At least 183 killed in clashes in Ethiopia's Amhara: UN
At least 183 people have been killed since July in clashes in Ethiopia's Amhara region, the United Nations said Tuesday as it appealed for the killings, violence and rights abuses to end.
Moscow residents learn to live with drone strikes
Strolling in Moscow on a summer's day as pop music blared from a cafe, Tigran is one of the capital's residents who say they have come to terms with a surge in Ukrainian drone attacks.
Cultural counteroffensive: Ukrainians shun Russian symbols
Russian masterpieces are hidden away in a Ukrainian museum, writers like Pushkin and Dostoyevsky are shunned and the Russian language is eschewed.
Raimondo calls for US and China to 'step up' on global issues
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo met with China's premier on Tuesday, calling for Beijing and Washington to work together to solve issues of global concern.
Sudan army chief visits Egypt as deadly violence grips Darfur
Sudan's army chief travelled Tuesday to Egypt on his first trip abroad since the outbreak of war in April, with the latest violence killing dozens of civilians in battle-scarred Darfur.
Japan slams China harassment over Fukushima water release
Tokyo demanded Tuesday that China ensure the safety of Japanese citizens as it reported a brick being thrown at its embassy in Beijing in an escalating row over the release of Fukushima water.
Sudan army chief heads to Egypt on first trip abroad since conflict
Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan departed Tuesday on a flight to Egypt for his first trip abroad since fighting began with paramilitaries in April, the country's ruling Sovereign Council said.
Markets build on global rally ahead of key US data
Traders extended a global rally Tuesday ahead of US data this week that could be key to the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates.
Japan decries China harassment over Fukushima water release
Tokyo demanded Tuesday that China ensure the safety of Japanese citizens as it reported a brick being thrown at its embassy in Beijing in an escalating row over the release of Fukushima water.
Thai activists acquitted of libel, decry 'judicial harassment'
Three Thai human rights activists were acquitted of criminal defamation on Tuesday, but lamented what they called a hollow victory over the country's restrictive libel laws.
Kim calls for boosting North Korea's navy
Kim Jong Un has called for boosting North Korea's navy, saying the country's waters brimmed with "the danger of a nuclear war," state media reported Tuesday, as Seoul, Washington and Tokyo carried out joint naval drills.
Guatemala electoral body suspends party of president-elect
Guatemala's Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) suspended the political party of president-elect Bernardo Arevalo on Monday while also affirming his victory in the August 20 vote, a resolution from the body said.
China, US set to hold fresh talks on trade disputes
US and Chinese officials will hold a fresh round of talks on contentious trade issues Tuesday, the third day of a visit to Beijing by US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
Asian markets build on global rally ahead of key US data
Asian markets extended a global rally Tuesday ahead of US data this week that could be key to the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates.
Rapper Eminem tells Ramaswamy to drop the mic, quit playing songs
Rap star Eminem has formally asked Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy to stop using his music on the campaign trail, according to a letter made public on Monday.
US judge sets March 4 for historic Trump trial
A judge on Monday set March 4, 2024 for former president Donald Trump's election subversion conspiracy trial -- placing one of the biggest criminal cases in American history at the height of the next White House race.
Judge sets March 4 date for historic Trump trial
A federal judge on Monday set a date of March 4, 2024, for Donald Trump's election subversion conspiracy trial -- placing one of the biggest criminal cases in American history at peak election season.
EU should be ready for new members by 2030: Charles Michel
The European Union should get ready to admit new members from eastern Europe and the Balkans by 2030, EU chief Charles Michel argued Monday.
Erdogan to push Putin on grain deal in Russia
Turkey said Monday that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will "soon" visit Russia for talks with Vladimir Putin on reviving a Black Sea grain deal that could be used as a springboard for broader Ukraine peace negotiations.
Russian-Swede accused of illicit Western technology transfers to Moscow
A Swedish-Russian man arrested last year in a spectacular helicopter raid on his suburban Stockholm home was charged in Sweden on Monday with providing Western technology to Russia's military industry.
Ukraine says captured Robotyne, eyes breakthrough in south
Ukraine announced Monday it had recaptured a village on the southern frontline where its forces are hoping for a breakthrough in their grinding offensive against entrenched Russian positions.
Stocks rise on Powell comments, China boosted by duty cut
Global stock markets advanced Monday on positive sentiment on interest rates and Chinese stimulus measures.
Libya foreign minister suspended after Israel meeting
Libya's internationally recognised prime minister has suspended his top diplomat after she met her Israeli counterpart, with news of the encounter triggering demonstrations in a country that does not recognise Israel.
Rubiales' mum on hunger strike over 'harassment' of son
The mother of Spain's suspended football chief Luis Rubiales, who is under fire for planting an unsolicited kiss on the lips of player Jenni Hermoso, went on hunger strike Monday in support of her son.
Hong Kong language group closes after post accused of breaching security law
A Hong Kong group promoting Cantonese language preservation shut down Monday after police said an essay it posted online had breached a Beijing-imposed national security law, according to the group's founder.
Paris bids adieu to love-or-hate electric scooters
Paris will on Friday become the first European capital to ban floating electric scooters from its streets, leaving fans desolate but relieving those who loathed their "nuisance" factor.
Stable US-China ties 'profoundly important': Raimondo
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo met with her Chinese counterpart in Beijing on Monday, saying it was "profoundly important" for the world's two biggest economies to have a stable relationship.
Eight US Marines in hospital after deadly Australia crash
Eight US Marines were in hospital on Monday -- one of them in intensive care -- following a military aircraft crash in northern Australia that killed three of their comrades, authorities said.
Foxconn billionaire Gou announces Taiwan presidential bid
Foxconn's billionaire founder Terry Gou announced Monday that he will run for president of Taiwan as an independent candidate.
US commerce secretary meets Chinese counterpart in Beijing
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo met with her Chinese counterpart in Beijing on Monday, as Washington works to cool trade tensions between the world's two largest economies.
New Niger rally as deadline looms for French envoy's exit
Thousands of people demonstrated Sunday in Niger in support of last month's coup, a few hours before the deadline given to France's ambassador in an ultimatum to leave the country.
Zimbabwe opposition claims victory, contesting president's re-election
Zimbabwe's opposition leader Nelson Chamisa on Sunday contested the official re-election of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and claimed victory in an election which international observers said fell short of democratic standards.