The Philippine government has strongly protested a Chinese state-owned media video apparently depicting Filipinos as monkeys. The animated video, posted by China Daily, centers on Beijing’s …
Russian attacks overnight on Ukraine killed at least four civilians and wounded 20, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The attacks came as Zelenskyy deals with a political crisis after firing his …
Australia’s government and the families of two teenagers who died from methanol poisoning in Laos are criticizing the charges expected against those accused of being responsible. Bianca Jones and …
At least 20 children and one adult were killed when an elementary school bus crashed in the East African country of Uganda. The Uganda Police Force says the bus crashed Thursday night in the …
Kuwait says Iran attacked a power and water desalination plant, causing widespread damage to the station.
China says it has never interfered in U.S. elections and has no interest in doing so. This statement comes after President Donald Trump accused Beijing of meddling in the 2020 election. On Thursday, …
Japan on Friday enacted a controversial new law prohibiting desecration of the national flag, a key right-wing agenda pushed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Opponents say it’s an attempt to …
British military reports an attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz taking the route closest to Oman.
Israel's parliament has dissolved after passing a series of controversial bills in marathon sessions in its last few days. The Knesset was scheduled to break for its summer recess Friday and will not …
Chinese President Xi Jinping said AI development and governance should be a global effort as he promised more support to other countries including those in the developing world. Speaking at a …
Jordan's military says it intercepts 3 incoming missiles from Iran.
Israel has again occupied much of southern Lebanon, 26 years after ending its 18-year occupation. Many Israelis now support this presence, but some, including former Prime Minister Ehud Barak, fear …
In Bangladesh, a simple pair of reading glasses is transforming the lives of garment workers like Ruma Aktar. Her work demands precision, and the glasses help her thread needles faster and reduce …
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index drops 5% on heavy selling of computer chipmakers and other AI-related shares.
US defense secretary shares photo of Iran's Chabahar port tower appearing to collapse after repeated strikes on facility.
Andy Burnham is about to become Britain’s 59th prime minister, following the sudden downfall of Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham has risen through a mix of patience and risk-taking. A …
Hong Kong’s top security official has urged booksellers to ensure their titles do not harm national security. It comes after five people linked to two bookstores were arrested on Wednesday. The …
Japan’s parliament enacts revised law that strengthens male-only succession to lead the shrinking imperial family.
The United States has intensified its strikes targeting Iran, hitting targets further north. American forces also fired into a ship it accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic …
Warning sirens sound again in Qatar, a key mediator between Iran and the US, as an Iranian barrage targets the nation.