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Russian oligarch Abramovich's superyachts dock in Turkey
Two luxury superyachts owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich have docked in Turkey, which has not joined European sanctions against Moscow targeting the Chelsea Football Club owner and other oligarchs, local media reported Tuesday.
Russian opposition leader Navalny found guilty on new embezzlement charges
A Russian court on Tuesday found jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny guilty on embezzlement charges that could see his prison sentence significantly extended as Moscow seeks to wipe out remaining pockets of dissent.
Chinese recovery teams sift debris of crashed China Eastern jet
Chinese recovery teams on Tuesday picked through the debris of a crashed China Eastern jet after it inexplicably plummeted from the sky into a mountainside with 132 people on board.
Hong Kong's top scientsts urge shift from Beijing's zero-Covid
Hong Kong's top scientists urged the government on Tuesday to transition from China's zero-Covid strategy before the next outbreak unless the financial hub wants to be a "closed port forever".
India boost World Cup semi-final hopes as Australia crush S.Africa
India boosted their Women's Cricket World Cup semi-final prospects with a crushing 110-run win over Bangladesh on Tuesday, as a century from Australia captain Meg Lanning powered the tournament favourites to a five-wicket victory over South Africa.
Marshall Islands leader vows to push for Taiwan 'inclusion'
Taiwan has long struggled for global recognition, but on Tuesday the leader of one of the world's smallest countries vowed he will not rest until the island is an "equal member of the family of nations".
Fifties for Carey, Green blunt Pakistan as Australia reach 320-5
Alex Carey and Cameron Green each hit solid half centuries Tuesday to take Australia to 320-5 at lunch on the second day of the third and deciding Test against Pakistan in Lahore.
Japan issues power warning after quake hits supply
Japan's government warned on Tuesday of possible widespread electricity outages for Tokyo and its surrounding regions as power plants hit by last week's powerful earthquake struggled to meet surging demand caused by a cold snap.
Lviv radio gets 'new mission' after Russian invasion
The Lvivska Khvylya local radio station in west Ukraine changed its broadcast output dramatically the day Russia invaded the country.
Sri Lanka deploys troops as fuel shortage sparks protests
Sri Lanka ordered troops to petrol stations Tuesday as sporadic protests erupted among the thousands of motorists queueing up daily for scarce fuel.
Lanning ton fires Australia to win over South Africa
Australia captain Meg Lanning smashed an unbeaten 135 to steer the Women's World Cup favourites to a five-wicket win over South Africa in Wellington on Tuesday.
Duterte's party backs Marcos heir for Philippine presidency
Voter surveys show the son and namesake of the country's former dictator heading towards a landslide victory in the May 9 polls, fuelled by a massive social media campaign pumping out positive misinformationabout him.
Like mother like daughter: Nicaragua's Chamorro an opponent to Ortega
Nicaraguan opposition figure Cristiana Chamorro believed that -- like her mother 31 years ago -- she could unseat President Daniel Ortega, whose administration she calls a "dictatorship."
China locks down city of 9 million as virus ripples across country
China locked down an industrial city of nine million people overnight and reported more than 4,000 virus cases on Tuesday, as the nation's "zero-Covid" strategy is confronted by an Omicron wave.
Ukraine's Zelensky says everything on table if Putin meets
Ukrainian leader Volodymr Zelensky said all issues would be on the table if Russia's Vladimir Putin agreed to direct talks to end the war, including contested Crimea and Donbas, but he warned his country would be "destroyed" before it surrenders.
Chinese recovery teams comb debris of crashed passenger jet
Chinese recovery teams on Tuesday picked through the debris of a crashed China Eastern jet after it inexplicably plummeted from the sky into a mountainside with 132 people on board.
China's Russian traders smell profit as Ukraine sanctions bite
For Marat, a Russian businessman based in Shanghai, sanctions on his home country have heralded an unexpected opportunity in China as companies struggle to keep their supply chains open.
Surprise hit 'Flee' tells human story of refugees
An Oscar-nominated Danish documentary chronicling a gay Afghan refugee's perilous journey to Europe tries to show that being a refugee is what happens to you, not who you are, its director told AFP.
Oil extends rally on Russia embargo talk, stocks rise
Oil prices extended their rally Tuesday on supply worries as European leaders debated banning imports from Russia, though equities stood their ground despite a tepid Wall Street lead and the prospect of a sharper hike in US interest rates.
Biden says Putin considering using chemical, biological weapons in Ukraine
US President Joe Biden said Monday that it’s "clear" Russia is considering the use of chemical and biological weapons in Ukraine and warned of a "severe" Western response if it chose to do so.
Football hardman Muscat changes perceptions with coaching success
Kevin Muscat was branded "the most hated man in football" by an opponent during his playing days but the Australian hopes perceptions are changing after making his mark as a coach.
Mancini gunning for World Cup glory with Italy's qualification in the balance
Italy are aiming for World Cup glory despite having to navigate a treacherous play-off path in order to get the 2022 tournament, with North Macedonia the first barrier standing in their way.
Debt-ridden Evergrande urges investor 'caution' as audit result delayed
Debt-ridden Chinese property developer giant Evergrande on Tuesday warned investors to "exercise caution" as the group announced it would delay the release of the results of a 2021 audit a day after halting trade in Hong Kong.
Ukraine's 'chess capital' mulls Russia's next move
A rapt and raucous audience, a group of chess fanatics watch a cut-throat game play out on a park bench.
Medvedev, Sabalenka top seeds at ATP and WTA Miami Open
Daniil Medvedev will try to reclaim the world number one ranking and top seed Aryna Sabalenka chases her first final in 10 months at the ATP and WTA Miami Open.
Russian oligarch Abramovich's superyacht docks in Turkey
A luxury superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has docked in Turkey, which has not joined European sanctions against Moscow that have also targeted the Chelsea Football Club owner and other oligarchs.
Pakistan's Khan to trumpet Islamic credentials as home fires burn
Foreign ministers of Muslim nations gather in Pakistan Tuesday as the country's leader trumpets his achievement of getting Islamophobia recognised at the United Nations while at the same time battling the most serious challenge to his rule in four years.
Nicaragua opposition leader Chamorro sentenced to 8 years in prison: NGO
Nicaragua's main opposition figure and would-be presidential challenger to Daniel Ortega was sentenced Monday to eight years in prison after being found guilty of financial crimes, a human rights group said.
Masters lists Mickelson among those not playing in April
Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson will not play in next month's Masters, missing the Augusta National showdown for the first time since 1994, according to a field update posted Monday on the tournament's website.
Two die in Swedish school attack, student suspected: police
Two women died after being stabbed at a high school in southern Sweden on Monday, police said, adding that an 18-year-old student had been arrested.
Strasbourg cathedral loses famed 'green ray,' to fans' chagrin
The stained glass at a cathedral in eastern France will no longer produce a distinctive green ray seen just twice a year, on the spring and autumn equinoxes, after the precise pane was replaced during a recent renovation.
Canadian Pacific trains at standstill in labor dispute
Canadian authorities Monday called on railway giant Canadian Pacific to put an end to a labor dispute that has put all the firm's trains out of action, snarling supply chains and worrying the agricultural sector.