Russia-Ukraine war: Odesa airport runway ‘destroyed’

Ukraine officials say a Russian missile attack has knocked out the airport runway in the Black Sea port of Odesa.

Russia-Ukraine war: Civilians evacuate Mariupol’s Azovstal plant

Civilians brought out of Azovstal after a night of heavy Russian attacks on the last Ukrainian stronghold in Mariupol.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 66

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 66th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Elon Musk is buying Twitter, what will he gain?

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has struck a deal to acquire Twitter for $44bn. How will the platform change?

Ecuador declares emergency in three provinces over drug violence

Thousands of police and troops will be deployed under the state of emergency and a curfew imposed.

‘Like Wuhan all over again’: As Shanghai protests, China censors

Shanghai's COVID-19 lockdown has fuelled outrage on a scale not seen since 2020 after the virus first began to spread.

UN condemns Mali’s ban on French media

Mali's military leaders have accused two broadcasters of airing false allegations about reports of rights violations.

New York judge declines to end contempt fines against Trump

Trump submits affidavit saying he does not have documents sought in civil probe, but court continues $10,000-daily fine.

Musk and Twitter, inflation woes, and a palm oil crisis

We gather the numbers from the week’s biggest economic and business news stories so you can impress your friends.

Blow for rare Sumatran tigers as three killed in wild boar traps

Experts say deforestation and poaching pose enormous challenge to survival of Indonesia's last remaining tiger species.

US Congress revives WWII-era weapons programme for Ukraine

'Lend-Lease' legislation passed in House of Representatives will make it easier for US to send weapons directly to Kyiv.

Air attacks hit near UN chief as Antonio Guterres visits Ukraine

UN expresses 'shock' after blasts near UN secretary-general in boldest attack on the capital since Russian retreat.

Russia-Ukraine live news: FM denounces ‘heinous’ Kyiv attack

Ukrainian officials say at least 10 people were wounded after Russia fired missiles at capital during UN chief's visit.

Apple beats sales forecasts with big bumps in iPhones, services

Apple's sales rose 19 percent in the Americas and were up by single-digits in Europe and China.

Late PM Benazir Bhutto’s son is Pakistan’s new foreign minister

At 33, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, scion of Pakistan's most influential political dynasty, is one of world's youngest FMs.

What will the next chapter of Islam look like?

Writer Haroon Moghul discusses the future of Muslim identity in the West.

SpaceX capsule carrying latest astronaut crew docks with ISS

Italian Samantha Cristoforetti set to become the first European woman to assume command of the space station.

Hwang’s spectacular collapse culminates in criminal charges

Enigmatic investor behind spectacular trading debacle accused of scheme to mislead banks and manipulate markets.

Khmer Rouge Tribunal, helping Cambodians heal, nears end

Hybrid UN-Cambodia court has been criticised, but teaching people about the past will be its most valuable legacy.

Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela unlikely to join summit: US official

State Department official says three gov'ts unlikely to be at Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles in June.

Australia’s prices surge at fastest pace in two decades

Soaring prices come as Prime Minister Scott Morrison fights a tough election campaign.

Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi sentenced to jail for corruption

Court finds Myanmar's deposed leader guilty in first of 11 corruption cases against her, sentences her to five years in jail.

India struggles to find vessel to ship crude from Russia

Shippers are concerned over reputational risk and increasing difficulty in getting insurance for Russian assets.

India: Many dead as truck hits power line during Hindu procession

At least 11 people die after being electrocuted when decorated truck touches overhead transmission line.

Russia-Ukraine war: Poland, Bulgaria ‘facing Gazprom gas cuts’

Ukraine condemns Russia's 'gas blackmail' as Poland, Bulgaria say Gazprom is set to cut their gas supplies on Wednesday.

Chinese drone giant DJI suspends business in Russia, Ukraine

Shenzhen-based firm says it is "reassessing compliance requirements" following controversy over role in Ukraine war.

Malaysia’s Nagaenthran executed over drugs charges in Singapore

Naga's mother made a last ditch effort to save her intellectually disabled son, but the case was immediately dismissed.

Google parent Alphabet misses estimates on YouTube, Europe ads

The shares declined about 6 percent in extended trading.

UN chief embarks on Moscow trip amid criticism

Three months into Russian invasion of Ukraine, UN agencies are struggling to reach civilians under siege in the east.

‘Hurting vulnerable’: Indonesia’s palm oil ban spurs price surge

Ban on palm oil exports adds to global food security fears amid poor harvests and the war in Ukraine.

US police release name of officer who fatally shot Patrick Lyoya

Lyoya's family and supporters demanded the officer, Christopher Schurr, be named publicly and face criminal charges.

Tigray rebels leave Ethiopia’s Afar region: TPLF spokesperson

TPLF says rebels withdraw from neighbouring region but Afar police commissioner says fighters remain in some districts.

‘Pearl has lost its shine’: Shanghai expats eye the exit

Growing outrage over draconian pandemic rules is raising questions about city’s status as a global business hub.

Reliance abandons plans to buy Indian retailer amid challenges

Reliance’s decision to back out comes after almost two years of litigation as Amazon contested the takeover.

After licence freeze, China’s game industry sees tough recovery

Beijing is continuing its strict oversight of the gaming sector despite lifting nine-month freeze on new titles.

EU leaders congratulate Macron for French election victory

European stability was the focus of many of the congratulatory messages sent to President Macron after his re-election.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 60

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 60th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Palestinian wounded at Al-Aqsa compound slips into coma

Walid al-Sharif, 21, wounded allegedly by Israeli police is in critical condition as tensions flare in Jerusalem.

We should not forget the dangers hiding under Afghan soil

Sanctions introduced after the Taliban takeover should not serve to hinder de-mining efforts in Afghanistan.

France: Polls open in presidential election runoff

Voting under way in a race between incumbent Emmanuel Macron and far-right politician Marine Le Pen.

Dozen dead after four boats capsize off Tunisia coast

Officials say 98 African migrants and refugees rescued and 10 still missing after the boats trying to reach Italy sank.

Mother and baby killed in attack on Ukraine’s Odesa: Officials

A Ukrainian woman and her three-month-old baby are among eight people killed in missile attacks on Odesa, officials say.

Four people from missing Japan boat found, condition unclear

Rescue helicopters find four of the 26 people from a tour boat that went missing off the Shiretoko Peninsula.

One dead, 45 rescued as migrant boat capsizes off Lebanon

Several people remain missing after boat carrying about 60 people capsizes near the Lebanese port of Tripoli.

Lebanese opposition election candidates face threats and attacks

Opposition candidates in the upcoming election accuse supporters of traditional parties of disrupting their campaigns.

Pakistan top body says no US plot in ex-PM Imran Khan’s removal

National Security Council, a body of top civil and military leaders, says it found no evidence to suggest a conspiracy.

Under pressure, Russia admits one dead, 27 missing from Moskva

Families had pushed back against official line that the entire crew managed to evacuate before the ship sank.

UN chief to meet Putin, Zelenskyy in push for peace

Antonio Guterres will travel to Moscow and then Kyiv to discuss 'steps that can be taken right now' to stop fighting.

Beijing quiet as North Korea turns up the heat with missile tests

Beijing is North Korea's only ally, but domestic challenges and global power politics may keep it from acting.

Honduras ex-President Hernandez makes first US court appearance

Juan Orlando Hernandez faces drug trafficking and weapons charges after being extradited to the United States this week.

How Indians consume, drives the business of rubbish

A look at India's consumption patterns through lives of a few waste-pickers in one of India's largest rubbish dump.

‘Best therapeutic choice’: WHO backs Pfizer’s COVID antiviral

UN health body says Paxlovid 'strongly recommended' for patients with non-severe disease at risk of hospital admission.

China’s GDP, dubious COVID statistics and East Timor’s election

We gather the numbers from the week's biggest economic and business news stories so you can impress your friends.

US detention of asylum seekers ‘inhumane and wasteful’: Report

Human Rights First says asylum seekers were jailed on average for 3.7 months after being allowed into the United States.

What’s in the latest US military aid package for Ukraine?

New assistance includes artillery, drones and ammunition, as US seeks to help Ukrainians adapt to new phase of war.

Satellite images said to show mass grave near Mariupol

US company says mass grave site in Manhush village has expanded in recent weeks to contain more than 200 new graves.

Ramos-Horta declares victory in East Timor presidential election

Veteran politician and Nobel laureate wins decisive victory to become president for the second time.

Climate emergency: Is nuclear power a part of the solution?

Rising energy costs and sanctions on Russian energy could push governments to reconsider their stances on nuclear power.

Macron and Le Pen clash over Russia, hijabs in fractious debate

The only debate between the candidates in Sunday's election comes with Macron leading his challenger in opinion polls.

Few clues yet from damaged black boxes of China Eastern crash

Preliminary report on March crash of Boeing 737-800 that left 132 people dead says analysis of recorders is continuing.

Why Chinese bankcard chips may not ease Putin’s economic pain

Russia has turned to China for microchips it needs to meet surging demand for its domestic bank cards.

Rio’s Carnival celebration is back, but parties will be smaller

Samba school floats and feather-festooned dancers to join parade in Brazilian city as COVID-19 cases decline.

US Justice Department appealing order that ended travel mask rule

A US judge this week suspended a mandate requiring travellers to wear masks on planes, trains and other public transit.

Explainer: Why is the Solomon Islands-China pact causing alarm?

The Solomon Islands prime minister has been defending the just-signed pact amid concern from Canberra to Washington.

UN urges pause in fighting in Ukraine during Orthodox Easter

UN chief calls for a four-day truce to allow for evacuations, but Russian envoy says he is 'sceptical' about the idea.

In India rising fuel prices start to bite

Recent sharp hike in fuel costs is pushing up prices of fruits, vegetables & packaged milk, hurting citizens.

ExxonMobil issued rare penalty in ongoing Indonesian rights case

US court orders oil giant to pay nearly $290,000 to plaintiff’s counsel following botched deposition.

The battle for the Pacific: The countries competing for supremacy

South Korea, Japan, China and Australia have all boosted their naval power as competition for resources heats up.

Japan warns of economic fallout from weakening yen

Currency's fall has worsened imported inflationary pressures amid a spike in global commodity and oil costs.

Sri Lanka asks IMF for urgent financial assistance

The IMF may consider this request due to the unique circumstances, an aide to the nation's finance minister said.

Russia has begun ‘Battle for Donbas’ in Ukraine’s east: Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia has launched its Donbas offensive as local officials report 'constant fighting' in east.

US looks to seize superyacht in Fiji linked to Russian oligarch

The luxury vessel the Amadea is widely believed to be owned by sanctioned Russian oligarch Suleiman Kerimov.

In property-mad Australia, borrowers brace for spike in costs

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to announce multiple increases in its benchmark interest rate this year.

Veterans face off in final round of East Timor presidential poll

Jose Ramos-Horta seems to have edge over Francisco ‘Lu Olo’ Guterres, but Asia's youngest nation wants to move forward.

Sri Lankan protesters demand justice for 2019 Easter bombings

Protesters criticise a lack of progress in finding those responsible for deaths of more than 260 people in the bombings.

China’s Q1 growth beats forecasts as COVID, Ukraine risks grow

Stronger-than-expected figures cover only a small period of ongoing ultra-strict lockdown in Shanghai.

Nepal turns to citizens abroad to help build forex reserves

Remittances by overseas workers constitute nearly a quarter of the economy and are crucial for external payments.

China’s Shanghai reports first COVID deaths since lockdown

Deaths of three elderly patients mark first fatalities in Shanghai since authorities imposed a lockdown in March.

Japan’s struggling tourism sector despairs at lack of COVID exit

Japan is increasingly an outlier in a region that is lifting border restrictions and reviving quarantine-free travel.

UAL ‘suspends’ role in Israeli gov’t over Jerusalem violence

The measure is seen as a symbolic gesture and could be resolved by the time the Israeli Knesset reconvenes next month.

Russia-Ukraine live news: Zelenskyy vows not to give up territory

President Zelenskyy says Ukraine will offer tough resistance ahead of an expected Russian assault in the east.

At least 14 wounded in a mall shooting in South Carolina, US

A 22-year-old suspect remains in police custody and is expected to be charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol.

Tensions flare as Israeli police enter Al-Aqsa Mosque again

At least two people reportedly arrested as Israeli police carried out the second raid at the mosque since Friday.

Nigeria army says 70 ‘terrorists’ killed in air raid

The ISIL-linked fighters were killed in the north of the country at the border with Niger, Nigeria's air force said.

N Korea tests new weapon aimed at boosting its nuclear capability

Weapons launch, supervised by Kim Jong Un, comes as US and S Korea warn that N Korea could soon resume nuclear testing.

Russia-Ukraine live news: ‘Inhuman’ situation in Mariupol

Russia claims 'entirety' of key city is now under its control and warns band of holdout fighters to surrender or die.

Mariupol ‘entirely’ taken, Russia says urging Ukraine surrender

Strategic port has been ​​'completely cleared' with a small group of fighters holding out, says Moscow.

Chinese astronauts return to Earth after six months in space

The crew of three had been in space for 183 days, the longest-ever mission by Chinese astronauts.

The troubled path ahead for Pakistan’s new prime minister

Prime Minister Sharif has inherited a depleting economy, troubling foreign relations and a polarised domestic front.

I am now one of millions of Afghan refugees

Do not forget us.

North Korea celebrates founder’s birth without military parade

Tens of thousands turn out in Pyongyang's main square to enjoy light shows and art exhibitions in honour of Kim Il Sung.

US-Mexico border gridlock to ease as Texas ending extra checks

Republican Governor Greg Abbott had ordered extra inspections of trucks, leading to 30-hour wait times and protests.

India: Workers face health risks in world’s ‘most polluted’ city

Bhiwadi in Rajasthan state named world's worst city for air pollution but many workers unaware of risks and shun masks.

Japan’s greenhouse gas emissions fall to lowest on record

5.1 percent drop in greenhouse gas emissions marks seven consecutive years of decline.

Asia Pacific finally saying bye bye to ultra-low interest rates

The region is moving to address inflationary warning signs after avoiding skyrocketing prices seen in the US.

Explainer: What is the significance of the Moskva sinking?

The Black Sea Fleet flagship entered service in Soviet times and had been deployed in conflicts from Georgia to Syria.

North Korea hackers accused of Axie Infinity crypto heist

North Korea's hacking programme dates back to the mid-1990s and is believed to employ some 6,000 people.

For Taiwan tourism, frustration as island misses global reopening

Self-ruled island’s continuing isolation makes it a rare holdout in a region that has largely abandoned border controls.

Honduras ex-president to be extradited to US next week: Official

Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was president from 2014 until January, is wanted on drug trafficking and weapons charges.

UN rights office urges Colombia to prosecute over deadly raid

Colombia says March operation targeted rebel dissidents, but rights groups reported at least four civilians were killed.

What are the implications of Sri Lanka suspending debt payments?

Sri Lanka has said it is suspending payment on all of its foreign debt.

Death toll from Philippines landslides, floods rises to 58

Many of the dead were caught in landslides triggered by torrential rain from Tropical Storm Megi.

John Lee’s bid for Hong Kong leader signals Beijing’s ‘hard line’

Ex-security chief who spent decades in the police has indicated he will put security above all else as chief executive.

Australia official in Solomon Islands amid China worries

Visit comes amid concern a proposed security pact with Beijing will undermine regional security.

As Shanghai lockdown drags on, fears grow for global trade

China's strict pandemic policies have shuttered factories and prevented ships from unloading and picking up cargo.

Australia’s business conditions surge, stoking inflation fears

National Australia Bank’s index of business conditions doubles amid strong retail sales and labour conditions.

Sri Lanka hopeful for $2.5bn rescue loan from China

The country's top diplomat said China has reassured him that arrangements for loans, credit lines were underway.

Chile plans water rationing in capital after 12 years of drought

Officials say the amount of rainfall during the southern hemisphere winter will decide whether rationing needed.

Shanghai tweaks lockdown rules amid COVID-19 surge

City will be divided into three tiers depending on recent cases amid rising anger over shortages of food, necessities.

Japan’s wholesale inflation stays near record on Ukraine war

Prices companies charge each other for goods and services rose 9.5 percent in March.

Soaring prices putting poor countries at risk of default: IMF

International financial institution says better mechanisms needed for dealing with sovereign debt stress.

Illegal mining, abuses surge on Indigenous land in Brazil: Report

Report accuses illegal miners of committing rape, other acts of violence in Indigenous communities in Brazilian Amazon.

Why a Mughal-era instrument is fading from Pakistan’s music scene

Sarangi, which sounds like the human voice, is difficult to master and offers little financial reward to professionals.

Indonesia’s GoTo surges 23 percent in $1.1bn IPO

Debut comes as record venture funding is creating a wave of startups in Southeast Asia's biggest economy.

China’s prices surge past forecasts amid lockdowns, Ukraine war

Soaring factory inflation in world's second-largest economy could spell more price rises worldwide.

Protests in Pakistan over Khan’s removal, Sharif set to be new PM

Tens of thousands march in several cities in support of the deposed politician as opposition prepares replacement.

Hong Kong journalist arrested for alleged sedition: Reports

Allan Au faces up to one year in prison if found guilty under colonial-era law.

Asian stocks slide ahead of ECB meeting, US inflation data

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares eases 0.1 percent, while Japan's Nikkei 225 drops 0.6 percent.

Who would guarantee Ukraine’s security?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine became weaker when it gave up its nuclear capabilities in 1994.

Thousands in Sri Lanka insist Rajapaksa family quit politics

Protesters angry over worsening economic crisis take aim at Sri Lanka's all-powerful Rajapaksa family.

Pakistan: Key players behind PM Imran Khan’s removal

Brief profiles of key opposition leaders as Khan becomes first Pakistan premier removed through no-confidence vote.

What led to leader Imran Khan’s downfall in Pakistan?

Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf lost the support of coalition allies, denying him the parliamentary majority he needed.

Russia-Ukraine live news: Zelenskyy braces for ‘hard battle’

Ukraine leader says while the Russian threat to the capital Kyiv has receded, it is rising in the east.

No Pakistani prime minister has completed a full term in office

Pakistan has had 29 prime ministers since 1947 - none completed a full five-year term.

Pakistan political crisis live news: Parliament session adjourned

Khan looks certain to be kicked out of office by a no-confidence vote in parliament after landmark Supreme Court order.

India to offer COVID booster shots to all adults from Sunday

India to make shots available to all adults for a fee from Sunday as number of new cases in the country drops sharply.

Pakistan: Hafiz Saeed gets 31 years in jail for terror financing

Founder of LeT, the group blamed by US and India for 2008 Mumbai attacks, sentenced in two cases of terror financing.

Wine-washing the Israeli occupation

Israel is using its wine industry to distract from its other domestic pastimes like ethnic cleansing and apartheid.

Saudi Arabia sets limit of 1m Hajj pilgrims this year

Saudia Arabia announces higher limit for annual Hajj pilgrimage as well as COVID-19 vaccine, age requirements.

Rights tribunal urges Peru not to release ex-President Fujimori

Inter-American Court of Human Rights says Peru 'must refrain' from releasing Alberto Fujimori from prison.

Brazil sets ‘worrying’ new Amazon deforestation record

Brazilian Amazon sees 64 percent jump in deforestation in first three months of 2022 compared with a year earlier.

Japan plans to gradually reduce coal imports from Russia

Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Koichi Hagiud acknowledges difficulty of finding alternative suppliers.

Is a global recession coming? In US, China risks are mounting

Ukraine war and China’s lockdowns among risks to global growth, although most economists say downturn unlikely in 2022.

Sketches smuggled out of Insein prison expose harsh conditions

Thousands of political prisoners have been sent to the notorious Myanmar jail since the February 2021 coup.

US arrests yakuza leader over alleged drugs for missiles deal

Japanese organised crime boss and three Thais accused of trying to secure US-made weapons for Myanmar rebels, LTTE.

Far from Ukraine, Indonesia’s poor can’t get cooking oil

Indonesia is facing shortages as the Ukraine war and other factors send palm oil prices soaring.

Peru declares state of emergency on highways as protests continue

Truckers and farm workers have blocked roads across Peru in anger over rising costs of food, fuel and fertiliser.

Putin’s daughters targeted in US sanctions: Who are they?

Latest sanctions target Katerina Tikhonova and Maria Vorontsova as US accuses them of hiding their father's wealth.

Pakistan political crisis live news: Supreme Court likely to rule

Top court hopes to wrap up on Thursday a hearing on PM Imran Khan's obstruction of an opposition bid to remove him.

Bank of Japan member stresses easy policy despite rising costs

Asahi Noguchi says loose policy needed as Japan is not experiencing high rates of inflation seen in other countries.

‘Repression breeds defiance’: Thai activists unbowed by detention

Thailand's political dissidents shattered taboos by calling for reform of monarchy and not being deterred by jail.

Samsung Electronics reports 50 percent jump in quarterly profits

The world's largest memory chip and smartphone maker estimates first-quarter profit reached $11.6bn.

US approves $95m Patriot weapons support for Taiwan

Potential sale is the third since Joe Biden became president in January 2021 and is likely to upset China.

Intel suspends business in Russia, condemns war in Ukraine

US chipmaker is latest firm to exit the country following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

Has India’s central bank avoided tackling high inflation?

As the RBI focuses on managing Indian government's debt & propping up growth, inflation soars.

Asia on course for strong growth despite Ukraine risks: ADB

Manila-based bank forecasts region's developing economies to grow 5.2 percent in 2022 and 5.3 percent in 2023.

Russia-Ukraine war: In Chinese media, the US is the villain

In tightly-controlled media space, conflict is an opportunity for Beijing to advance its 'information proxy war'.

Shanghai residents feel strain as lockdown extended indefinitely

People confined to their homes, unable even to take their dogs for a walk, and reliant on authorities for supplies.

South Korea’s inflation hits decade high as supply snags bite

Consumer price index rises to 4.1 percent in March compared with a year earlier.

Indian government helps central bank to circumvent inflation law

India’s finance ministry let RBI escape accountability for missing the inflation target in 2020.

COVID-19: The endless search for the origins of the virus

Two years after a pandemic was declared, scientists continue to debate how the coronavirus came to infect humans.

Serbia’s Aleksander Vucic claims re-election victory

Pollsters project landslide win for incumbent President Aleksandar Vucic amid campaign overshadowed by Ukraine war.

Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam announces she will not seek second term

Lam governed global financial hub through unprecedented upheaval of anti-government protests and COVID-19.

In Solomon Islands, Australia’s largesse faces China challenge

Canberra is facing questions about the limits of its economic diplomacy as Pacific neighbour boosts ties with Beijing.

Asian markets cautious amid talk of more Russia sanctions

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan dips 0.1 percent in cautious start to Monday trading.

India sought probe into ex-RBI gov Rajan for helping ‘white man’

India accused the RBI of setting interest rates to favour developed nations, pushing it to slash the rates.

Hungary: Orban hails ‘great victory’ after landslide election win

Orban's Fidesz is on track to win a two-thirds majority in parliament, after campaign overshadowed by war in Ukraine.

Pakistan Parliament dismisses no-confidence motion against Khan

PM Khan says he advised the president to dissolve Parliament and call for fresh elections.

After Ukraine war, Taiwan’s chip supremacy raises economic stakes

Island's importance to global supply chains is under scrutiny amid predictions of an invasion by China in coming years.

Ukraine: Bodies, destroyed tanks line streets as Russia retreats

As Russian forces pull back from Ukraine's capital region, retreating troops leave behind a trail of bodies and mines.

Pakistan PM Khan to face no-confidence vote in Parliament today

The embattled leader's position is on the line as the opposition says it has the numbers to unseat him.

How cricket is at a crossroads in Zimbabwe

Poor infrastructure, absence of club cricket, lack of funding and corruption allegations have all affected the sport.

Why we need to challenge Russia’s human shields narrative

The human shield accusation has become an increasingly common defence when states act immorally.

Ukraine ‘retakes whole Kyiv region’ as Russian troops pull back

Bodies found scattered on the streets as Russian troops withdraw from the capital to focus on southeastern Ukraine.

Tesla to resume production in Shanghai from April 4, sources say

Production has been halted since March 28 as authorities implement a two-stage lockdown in city.

North Korea blasts South’s remarks on missile strike capabilities

Statement comes after South Korean defence minister says Seoul can accurately strike any target in North Korea.

Hong Kong faces brain drain as talent flees ‘zero COVID’ controls

International financial center has seen a net outflow of almost 157,000 residents since the beginning of 2022.

US curbs exports to more Russian and Belarusian companies

Move by Washington is latest to measure aimed at punishing Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine.

Weathering the storm: Indonesia’s rain shamans

The ritual conducted by Mbak Rara at the MotoGP in Lombok has drawn international attention to an age-old practice.

Group identifies 600 alleged North Korean rights abusers

Korea Future says evidence of widespread abuses in country's prison camps, should be impetus to action.

US judge upholds Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction in sex abuse case

Maxwell's lawyers sought new trial after a juror did not disclose he was a victim of childhood abuse before trial began.

Brittney Griner’s teammates break silence amid Russia detention

USA Basketball players express support for Griner after weeks in detention, say, 'It could have been any of us'.

Honduras seizes assets of ex-president awaiting US extradition

Former President Juan Orlando Hernandez is wanted in the US on drug trafficking and weapons charges, which he denies.