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US says Bangladesh sanctions to remain until police reform
The United States will not lift sanctions on an elite Bangladesh police unit accused of extrajudicial killings until it is reformed, a top US envoy visiting the country has said.
Leopard tank jibe exposes Germany's deepening leadership rift
At a prominent carnival season event this year, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock admitted she thought about turning up disguised "as a leopard".
New Zealand accepts international help as cyclone cripples North Island
New Zealand redeployed gunships and helicopters to deliver water, food and fuel to cities cut off by Cyclone Gabrielle on Thursday, as overwhelmed rescue teams embraced overseas offers of help.
Renault boosts profitability but Russia exit pushes it into loss
French automaker Renault said Thursday it boosted manufacturing profitability in 2022 but the sale of its operations in Russia pushed the company into a net loss.
Ex-Inter Milan owner named head of Indonesian FA
Former Inter Milan owner Erick Thohir was named Indonesia's football association chief on Thursday, the organisation said, several months after one of the worst stadium disasters in the sport's history.
Jokic triple as Nuggets down Mavs, LeBron return sparks Lakers
Nikola Jokic bagged his 21st triple-double of the season Wednesday as the Denver Nuggets maintained their grip on the top spot in the NBA's Western Conference with a 118-109 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
England power to 279-5 in first Test against New Zealand
Ben Duckett and Harry Brook struck blistering half-centuries as England raced to 279-5 at dinner on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui on Thursday.
TikTokers jailed as Iraq targets 'decadent content'
Dancing to Iraqi pop made TikTok personality Om Fahad a hit among tens of thousands of followers, but now she is in prison, caught up in a state campaign targeting "decadent content".
Sun sets waterfall ablaze in Yosemite 'firefall'
A spectacular "firefall" wowed nature-watchers in California's Yosemite National Park on Wednesday, with the setting sun lighting up a waterfall like a ribbon of fire.
Jokic triple as Nuggets down Mavs, Sixers survive scare
Nikola Jokic bagged his 21st triple-double of the season as the Denver Nuggets maintained their grip on top spot in the NBA's Western Conference on Wednesday with a 118-109 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Donated clothing worsening Kenya's plastic pollution: report
One third of all second-hand clothing shipped to Kenya in 2021 was "plastic waste in disguise", creating a slew of environmental and health problems for local communities, a new report said Thursday.
Russian refuseniks hide in fear to evade Ukraine conflict
The documents issued to Dmitry by the Russian military carry an ominous hand-written designation: "Category One. State of Health B".
Fake 'fact-checks' seek to obscure Russian role in war
A Russian missile smashed a Ukrainian apartment complex, killing dozens. Pro-Russian propagandists offered a slick counter-narrative that shifted the blame away from Moscow -- using pseudo fact-checking as a tool of disinformation.
From Russia, with 'Z' love
Russian conservative writer Alexandra Makarova fell in love with soldier Dmitry Matviyenko after he lost a leg fighting in Ukraine.
Engage or escape? Anti-govt young Russians face dilemma
Still reeling from the Kremlin's decision to send troops to Ukraine, Masha Yanchevskaya is one of many young Russians torn between trying to "heal" society or seclude themselves from it.
'Existential war': Putin steels Russia for long conflict
When Russia introduced patriotism classes in primary and secondary schools last September, Tatyana Chervenko decided she was not going to peddle Kremlin "propaganda" to her eighth-grade students in Moscow.
Russians adapt to 'nerve-wracking' life under sanctions
When Vladimir Stetsenko put his apartment on the market in October, he thought the ad for the newly renovated property in southern Moscow would generate some interest. It did not.
Berlin film fest opens with spotlight on Iran and Ukraine
The Berlinale, Europe's first major film festival of the year, opens Thursday with a comedy starring Anne Hathaway, Marisa Tomei and Peter Dinklage ahead of a packed programme spotlighting Iran and Ukraine.
On walls and park benches: Moscow's silent calls for peace
Despite strict government censorship and the threat of jail, residents of Russia's capital are finding subtle ways to express alarm and dissent over the Kremlin's year-long offensive in Ukraine.
Prigozhin, Simonyan, Medvedev: the rise of the Russian hawk
The first one challenged Ukraine's president to a fighter jet duel. The second has threatened Europe with nuclear apocalypse. The third has said cannibals roam Ukraine.
Nicaragua yanks citizenship from 94 more dissidents
A Nicaraguan court under President Daniel Ortega stripped the citizenship from 94 exiled dissidents and declared them to be "traitors to the fatherland," drawing sharp criticism from a regional UN watchdog agency.
Alcaraz makes winning return to reach Argentina quarters
Carlos Alcaraz made a winning return to tennis after a four-month injury absence on Wednesday, defeating Serbia's Laslo Djere to advance to the quarter-finals of the Argentina Open in Buenos Aires.
'No infighting': Iran opposition seeks elusive unity to unseat regime
Five months since protests broke out in Iran, a divided opposition in and outside of the country is seeking unity that has so far eluded foes of the Islamic republic.
Duckett's 84 hands England rapid start to first New Zealand Test
Opener Ben Duckett was dismissed for a rapid 84 as England's trademark attacking style dominated the start of the first Test against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui on Thursday.
Will Man Utd become football's latest state-backed project?
Prospective new owners of Manchester United have until Friday to reveal their interest in buying one of the world's biggest clubs, with a rumoured bid from Qatar sending shockwaves through European football.
Residents near toxic US train derailment told water 'safe' to drink
The governor of Ohio told residents living near the site of a toxic train derailment that it was "safe" to drink the water, as authorities investigate potential environmental fallout from the accident earlier this month.
New Zealand seeks international help as cyclone cripples North Island
New Zealand deployed gunships and helicopters to deliver water, food and fuel to cities cut off by Cyclone Gabrielle on Thursday, as overwhelmed authorities embraced overseas offers of help.
Asian markets rise as traders evaluate strong US economy
Asian markets pushed higher Thursday, extending gains in New York and Europe, as a forecast-busting US retail sales report showed American consumers remain confident despite elevated inflation and the prospect of more interest rate hikes.
Man City back in business after statement win at Arsenal
Written off at times during an unusually erratic season, resurgent Manchester City delivered a resounding statement as they moved to the top of the Premier League with a 3-1 victory at title rivals Arsenal on Wednesday.
Japan debates LGBTQ protections under G7 spotlight
G7 host Japan is the group's only member not to recognise same-sex unions, and ahead of this May's summit the government is under pressure to bolster its legal protections for LGBTQ citizens.
India get closer to World Cup semi-final but Pakistan stay in contention
India took a step towards qualification for the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup while Pakistan notched their first win in emphatic style in a double-header in Cape Town on Wednesday.
Biden, 80, to undergo medical checkup ahead of potential 2024 bid
Joe Biden will complete a routine medical checkup on Thursday, a crucial step for the oldest-ever US president ahead of his expected fight for reelection in 2024.