Inside Yemen’s tent schools: how war is stealing a generation’s education
Hesham Al-Shabili reports from Marib, where displacement and overcrowding is driving pupils out of education
Three men sentenced to death in Jordan over fatal church mass shooting
The attack on funeral at a Greek Orthodox church killed nine and injured 34 others last month.
Police confront protesters in clashes across France and Germany
Tens of thousands took to the streets in cities across France and Germany over rising living costs.
Pope Leo denounces suffering of African enslaved people during Peru visit
He made the comment during a visit to the historic Afro-Peruvian city of Zaña, a UNESCO-recognised memorial site for slavery.
Pope laments poverty-stricken Inca communities as locals leave Peru
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday will traverse the length of Peru in what marks the penultimate day of his Latin American tour. The leader of the Catholic church – who underwent cancer surgery just a month ago – warned that Peru's
India’s Under-19 Asia Cup win over Pakistan marred by post-match aggression
India beat Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling comeback in the final but follow it up with unsporting behaviour.
Philippine star Carmelle wins first Asian edition of Eurovision song contest
The Philippines has won the first Asian edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. The Filipino singer beat ten other acts to take the title in Bangkok, with a song celebrating women's empowerment. A taste of the winning so
Pope Leo speaks of community 'suffering' on visit to remote Andes town
Santa Cruz de Succhabamba is part of the Diocese of Chiclayo, where the Pope served as bishop from 2015 to 2023.
Protesters condemn US policies as ASEAN summit begins in Manila
Southeast Asian leaders arriving in the Philippines for the ASEAN summit have been met with protests.
Iran strikes Bahrain base, repeats path to U.S. deal remains open
The strike on Bahrain is the first since early September when Iranian drones also targeted a U.S. base in the UAE.
Cape Verde heads to the polls in presidential election
Incumbent President José Maria Neves, who won the 2021 presidential election, is favoured to win a second term in office.
Iran says it targets US radar in Bahrain. What do we know?
Bahrain Defence Force says its air defence systems thwart several Iranian 'aerial attacks'.
Hongkongers face chilliest days of the season as cold front brings wind and rain
Hongkongers will experience the chilliest days of autumn this coming week, with temperatures expected to drop to 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) as a cold front sweeps across the southern Chinese coast. The expected d
What forced the US to ground all planes? A router switch, we now know
US officials say a routine upgrade that went awry caused the mass disruption of air travel.
Trump rages at judge holding up DC golf course – but remains silent on flight chaos
Deriding East Potomac Golf Links as ‘Trash Island,’ Trump argued a rebuild would attract major events such as the US Open and Ryder Cup
Three sentenced to death over Jordan church attack
A Jordanian court on Sunday sentenced the three gunmen responsible for a terror attack on a church funeral procession in the village of Hamoud that killed nine and wounded others. The attack prompted retaliatory strikes
Thousands in Portugal protest against surging rental prices
Thousands of people across Portugal are angry about rising rental prices, demanding action to end the housing crisis.
Perth man charged with murder after rural shooting death
A 38-year-old man will appear before the court on Monday as police investigate the shooting of a 44-year-old man they believe was known to him.
Homophobic graffiti sprayed on Sydney MP's office under investigation
A crime scene has been set up at Alex Greenwich's office on Oxford Street in Surry Hills after an attack he describes as "deeply distressing".
Jordan sentences three men to death by hanging after deadly church attack
Three men have been convicted of carrying out an attack on a church in the Karak governorate that killed nine people.
Geopolitics won’t affect Interpol assembly in Hong Kong: police chief
Hong Kong’s police chief has dismissed concerns that geopolitical tensions could affect attendance at the coming Interpol general assembly to be held in the city, saying transnational cooperation on policing is “inevitab
Elderly woman found dead after blaze in cluttered Wong Tai Sin flat
The charred body of an elderly woman was found in a flat in Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin after a blaze broke out on Sunday morning, with officers uncovering a large amount of clutter piled up to the ceiling. The Fire Service
Shark attack hero breaks through for Iron Series win
An emotional Charlie Verco describes his journey from a shark-attack rescue to a maiden Iron Series win as a "roller coaster".
DR Congo: Ebola-awareness campaigns conducted at schools in Bunia
About 40 schools in the province have reported cases of Ebola since classes resumed in September, with one teacher dying of the disease.
Weekend deaths push WA road toll to grim record high
With more than a month to go before the year ends, the road toll in Western Australia has already hit 186 deaths — more fatalities than all of last year.
Judo: double gold for Canada on day 2 at Zagreb Grand Prix
Canada celebrated double gold at the Zagreb Grand Prix as Jessica Klimkait and François Gauthier-Drapeau topped the podium. Georgia's Giorgi Loladze and Brazil's Nauana Silva claimed their first Grand Prix titles, while
Hope springs eternal in award-winning photos showcasing nature’s resilience
A fragile Turkish delta and a melting Icelandic 'snow tree' are captured in the award-winning images.
Israel: Making the Holy Land burn
For all its greenwashing, the Zionist state has ecologically devastated Palestine more than anyone else.
The French Republic’s forgotten promise of equality
French youth learn in school about the Revolution’s values but they do not see them reflected in their own reality.
Man in custody after police helicopter search near Devonport
A man allegedly linked to a series of incidents in Tasmania's north-west, including a service station robbery, is in police custody following a multi-hour search.
Trump-Putin-Xi meeting likely to be short on substance, rich in symbolism
The talks with the leaders of two countries that represent the biggest challenges to American power could set a worrying precedent for U.S. allies.
Feeling the winter chill? Thermal baths and scenic outdoor saunas worth visiting in Europe
Whether it’s floating saunas in Norway or steaming thermal baths in Budapest, Europe offers travellers some spectacular spots to take on the winter chill.
As more foreign nationals join Japan’s workforce, diversity policies take on new importance
In response to changing expectations, Japanese organizations have embraced DEI policies, but hurdles remain toward proper implementation.
Federal Court rules Lorella Springs Wilderness Park tourism permit invalid
Northern Territory native title holders are claiming a "hard fought win" after a Federal Court judge ruled a tourism permit for Lorella Springs Wilderness Park is invalid, and ordered the Pastoral Land Board to reassess
Aussies crashes to record ODI loss against England after top order collapse
Australia's top order has collapsed dramatically to hand England its biggest ODI win on Australian shores, a 135-run triumph in Adelaide.
England sets Australia big run chase after opener's century
England opener Tom Banton has clubbed a century as the visitors set Australia 356 runs to win their second one-day international.
Malaysian plan to let refugees work spurs advocates’ call for safeguards
Malaysia’s plans to allow registered refugees to work legally have raised hopes among their communities that have long relied on precarious informal employment to survive, even as Thailand’s experience suggests that such
Protesters drive home message to data centre company
Hundreds of people have rallied at SA Parliament, calling for plans for a data centre in the Adelaide Hills to be scrapped.
Woman killed and two other people seriously injured in Scenic Rim crash
A 73-year-old woman has died in a crash between a car and a truck near Aratula that also injured an 11-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man.
Two South Australian bushwalkers rescued from Tasmania's south-west
Two women from South Australia have been rescued from the Western Arthur Range in Tasmnia's remote south-west after they encountered difficult weather conditions.
Hong Kong concert organiser told ‘weeks in advance’ about changed programme: Yuja Wang
The internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang has denied making a last-minute change to a recent performance in Hong Kong that resulted in audience refunds, saying the concert organiser was told weeks in advance about
Video shows moment of Brooklyn building collapse from inside
Newly released nanny cam footage shows the moment an apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn as children played inside.
Fix failings that led to Floreat murders, DV advocates say
Two women's murders, at the hands of Mark Bombara, must not go in vain, advocates for domestic violence victims and survivors say, after a coronial inquest into the tragedy revealed several police mistakes and missed opp
Zimbabwe’s HIV gains face a test among young people
New prevention tools offer hope, but reaching young people remains a challenge.
Could Beijing’s HQ-17 air-defence system defend PLA amphibious forces from Taiwan strikes?
Before mainland Chinese troops could attempt a landing on Taiwan, they would first have to assemble vehicles, weapons and supplies along the coast – potentially exposing them to Taiwanese drone, rocket and missile attack
Monkey attacks woman inside residential complex in India
A woman was attacked and repeatedly bitten by a monkey at a residential apartment complex in India’s Gujarat state.
Man arrested in Osaka for alleged abuse, murder of daughter
According to an expert committee, 50 children died from physical abuse or neglect in Japan in fiscal 2024.
Central coast man in critical condition after 'blue sky' lightning strike
A Central Coast man in his 20s is in Royal North Shore Hospital after he was struck by lightning while swimming during sunny weather yesterday.
UBS unveils new West Kowloon hub to tap Greater Bay Area wealth
UBS has drawn back the curtains on its new Hong Kong headquarters in West Kowloon, a 20-storey tower with a client floor built for meetings, dinners and events, as the Swiss lender anchors its regional presence to tap gr
New protections for Neil the seal as he grows and becomes less predictable
Tasmania's favourite southern elephant seal Neil attracts a large following when he comes ashore in the state's south-east — and new rules have now been unveiled that aim to better protect not only Neil but other members
Concerns arise as Takaichi’s X posts not kept as records
From the launch of her administration in October 2025 through Oct. 12 this year, Takaichi has posted 843 times — over twice a day on average.
Coalition to move away from fossil fuels presses ahead without Colombia, its original champion
A coalition of 57 countries seeking to accelerate the global transition away from fossil fuels is pressing ahead despite the withdrawal of founding member Colombia
Thunderstorms, giant hail and powerful winds forecast for NSW as wild weather hits east coast
Volatile weather predicted after storms on Saturday, with a man in his 20s struck by lightning while swimming on NSW Central Coast Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Dangerous and severe “superc
Thailand’s elderly kept in cages
A nursing home in Thailand, has been accused of keeping dozens of senior residents, in metal cages.
This Pomeranian is affectionate and strong-willed
Cacao loves to run and have his fur brushed. He's also looking for someone loyal to share life's joys with.