Palestinian journalist Abed Abou Shhadeh released after 5 days in detention
Palestinian journalist Abed Abou Shhadeh released after 5 days detention
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Tearful Alex Eala loses Hong Kong Open final to Claire Liu in straight sets
Philippine tennis star Eala stunned after 6-3, 6-0 loss to the 102nd-ranked American in Hong Kong.
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US task force to cut off Iran’s transport of advanced weapons: What we know
As fears of an escalation grow, Washington announces 'Task Force Iron Gate'.
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Spain win Padel World Cup in Qatar as sport’s popularity soars
Spain has beaten Argentina at another world cup. The Spanish men’s and women’s team swept the Padel World Championships
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At least 21 dead as small boat sinks off Senegal
Senegalese Interior Ministry says one person rescued as search operation continues after migrant vessel capsized.
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Egypt’s reopening of its embassy in Tripoli signals regional shift on Libya
Former rivals in Libya are pushing for a unity government to end years of conflict.
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CCTV captures streets shaking as 5.7-magnitude earthquake hits Japan
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Japan, injuring more than 20 people.
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Could Iraq’s Kurdish region return to two separate administrations?
A political impasse between the KRG and PUK threatens to break up the semiautonomous northern region.
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Poland mourns six killed in attack as authorities launch ‘terrorism’ probe
'Terrorism' investigation launched after government officials say suspect likely influenced by far-right ideology.
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Russian strikes on Ukraine leave hundreds of thousands without electricity
About 850,000 people lose power after Russian attacks on energy infrastructure in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv.
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South Africa’s ANC suffers setback in local elections
With 99 percent of votes counted, President Cyril Ramaphosa's party wins 31 percent nationally.
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Could UFC boss Dana White be next White House press secretary?
UFC chief Dana White says he’ll meet Trump after the US president urged him to become White House press secretary.
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Will Eisenkot be able to form Israel’s next gov’t amid divided opposition?
Former army chief has 28 days to cobble together a ruling coalition after President chose him over incumbent Netanyahu.
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Messi becomes first player to win back-to-back MLS Golden Boot awards
The Argentinian scored 26 goals in regular season, topping the charts and leading Inter Miami to the MLS Cup playoffs.
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After rebel offensive, efforts to push them back appear to have stalled
Saudi air power so far hasn't been enough for Yemen's government, and civilians are increasingly stuck in the middle
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Tennis world number one Rybakina withdraws from WTA Finals due to virus
Rybakina pulled out on the eve of the Indian Wells tournament, with Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk replacing the top seed.
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Democrats’ congressional win could strengthen Ukraine’s hand against Russia
Ukraine hopes for more US support but faces uncertainty over Trump’s peace efforts and continued military aid.
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Floods in Gaza leave tens of thousands without shelter
Civil Defence reports over 1,500 emergency calls as thousands of tents and shelters destroyed after heavy rains.
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Former Palestinian detainees at mercy of Israel amid perpetual detention
Former Palestinian detainees in the West Bank are being repeatedly detained by Israeli forces, affecting their families.
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Rent-a-grandchild: Businesses offering companions to elderly grow in India
A small but growing number of firms selling what families once took for granted: someone to take care of the seniors.
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Khawaja denies throwing ‘anyone under the bus’ over Sandpapergate scandal
Australian cricketer defends waiting so long to place blame, denying it was a marketing ploy to sell his book.
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‘Don’t bring your camera’: Filmmakers face extortion in Lagos
Filmmakers and journalists say threats on Lagos streets is making it harder to tell the city’s stories.
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The anti-Netanyahu: Can Gadi Eisenkot give the world a different Israel?
Unpolished and understated, Eisenkot offers a stark contrast to Netanyahu but risks continuing his legacy
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Hossam Hassan sacked as Egypt head coach over ex-wife scandal
A series of controversies surrounding Hassan's marital life left a 'negative impact' on the team, Egyptian FA says.
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US military attacks cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman
The US military says it has fired on and disabled a St. Kitts-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman.
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