Indian economic growth at one year low on inflation, Ukraine war

The economy's near-term prospects have darkened due to spike in retail inflation, which hit an eight-year high in April.

China conducts military ‘readiness patrol’ around Taiwan

Exercise took place in the sea and air around the self-ruled island, according to the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command.

Li Keqiang: China’s sidelined premier back in the limelight

China's No 2 has kept a low profile for most of his time in office but his re-emergence could signal deeper schisms.

Taiwan may get economic deal with US after exclusion from IPEF

Economic agreement similar to new IPEF would underline US commitment to self-ruled democracy, analysts say.

Meeting John Lee, China’s Xi welcomes ‘new chapter’ for Hong Kong

Lee is the first security chief to hold Hong Kong's top job with previous leaders mostly business tycoons.

Japan’s factory output slumps in worrying sign for economy

Factory production falls 1.3 percent in April as China lockdowns and Ukraine war weigh on manufacturers.

EU leaders agree to Russian oil ban after compromise with Hungary

EU says deal will effectively cut 90 percent of oil imports by year-end, cutting off key source of Moscow's war funding.

Canada introduces new legislation to ‘freeze’ handgun ownership

New bill will implement 'national freeze' on buying, selling and transferring handguns in Canada, government says.

Cuban dissident artists go on trial, face years in prison

Prosecutors seek 10-year sentence for rapper Maykel Castillo, seven years for artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara.

Pakistan says IMF is only resort, shut out of bond markets

Finance minister says several countries are ready to offer help, but first wants Islamabad to secure funds from IMF.

Nepal locates wreckage of plane that went missing with 22 people

No word on survivors as Nepali army finds wreckage of missing Tara Air plane in the mountains.

South Korea passes $49.5bn extra budget ahead of local elections

Supplementary budget will fund support for small businesses and self-employed people affected by pandemic restrictions.

Egypt court jails former presidential candidate for 15 years

A court in Cairo sentences Abdel Moneim Aboul Fotouh and several other Islamist leaders to lengthy jail terms.

Colombia’s presidential race heads to runoff

Leftist candidate Gustavo Petro who got 40% votes will face businessman Rodolfo Hernandez in second round on June 19.

Photos: Chaos as Liverpool fans enter Champions League final

French police fired tear gas at frustrated Liverpool supporters waiting in long lines to get into the stadium in Paris.

Flight with 22 people on board missing in Nepal

Bad weather is hampering the search operation by two helicopters with visibility extremely low.

US slams China’s effort to ‘manipulate’ UN envoy’s Xinjiang visit

US says China's conditions on Michelle Bachelet visit prevented her from conducting independent assessments in Xinjiang.

Nigeria’s PDP picks Atiku Abubakar to run for president in 2023

Former vice president to launch third presidential bid after winning People's Democratic Party primary.

Civilians killed in eastern DR Congo rebel attack

ADF fighters accused of killing civilians with machetes in DR Congo's Beni region.

Real Madrid beats Liverpool 1-0 for 14th European Cup title

Liverpool could not get past Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois: 'Today nobody was going to get in my way,' he said.

‘Anti-China’: The Quad launches maritime surveillance plan

Quad's initiative is designed to enable Indo-Pacific nations to track illegal fishing and incursions by Chinese vessels

Period pain: Women in Myanmar struggle with menstrual hygiene

Women displaced by conflict after the February 2021 military coup lack access to sanitary pads, clean water and privacy.

Trump speaks at defiant pro-gun NRA event after Texas shooting

Amid protests and calls to cancel event in Houston, gun advocates say more regulations not the answer to mass shootings.

Texas workers travel to Uvalde to help after school shooting

Workers at chain restaurants, retail stores from across Texas provide respite for residents after deadly mass shooting.

Blinken urges Israel to conclude probe into Abu Akleh’s killing

US secretary of state says he urged Israeli counterpart to conclude 'investigations' into Al Jazeera reporter's killing.

DR Congo: Soldiers, civilians sentenced to death for selling arms

Those sentenced were found guilty of criminal association, war crimes, and participating in an insurrectional movement.

China’s Pacific tour sparks hopes, fears in tiny island nations

Countries such as Vanuatu and Kiribati expected to seek Wang Yi's support for development and infrastructure.

Marcos era survivors call for truth as new Marcos rises

Ferdinand Marcos Jr will become president on June 30 amid concern the brutality of his father's regime is being erased.

Despite pain at the pump, Americans are hitting the road

Heading into the US summer driving season, Americans are fueling up but how long before they have to hit the brakes?

Iraq passes law to criminalise relations with Israel

Violators of the anti-Israel law could face penalties including life imprisonment or even the death sentence.

US stocks jump as solid outlooks from retailers boost confidence

Consumer shares led gains in the S&P 500 as Macy’s lifted its profit forecast.

Texas school shooting prompts look at responses of other nations

Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom and New Zealand tightened their gun laws following mass shootings in recent years.

Uvalde residents come together in wake of school shooting

Residents organise fundraisers, reach out to neighbours as entire community grapples with harrowing school shooting.

China wants closer security, trade links with the Pacific

Leaked document shows China will call for more police, security, and telecom cooperation at upcoming summit with region.

UN Security Council sets vote on tougher North Korea sanctions

Vote was called by the US after Pyongyang launched three missiles in the space of an hour on Wednesday morning.

Sri Lanka PM trying to fast-track IMF talks

The PM is seeking $4bn from the IMF, China and Japan to pay for food and fuel even as he slashes budget to 'bare bones'.

New Zealand’s Ardern urges US to return to regional trade pact

Remarks are latest signal by an Asia-Pacific leader that US President Biden's engagement with region is falling short.

Refugees freed on six-month Australian visas live ‘life in limbo’

Refugees who arrived by boat years ago are supposed to make plans to leave but most have nowhere to go.

‘Everyday life now’: Sydney reels from organised crime turf war

Police swoop on drug gangs in Australia's biggest city but lawyers fear changes to law leave minorities vulnerable.

The 21 lives lost in Texas school shooting

Relatives and friends pay tribute to 19 children and two teachers killed in deadliest US school shooting in a decade.

Pakistan bans ex-PM Khan’s capital march after policeman killed

Imran Khan's planned rally in Islamabad banned after policeman is shot dead during crackdown on PTI party's supporters.

Investors start to worry as Pakistan’s IMF bailout not final yet

Without a bailout from the International Monetary Fund, Pakistan may default for the second time in its history.

New Zealand raises interest rates amid inflation concerns

Reserve Bank of New Zealand lifts benchmark interest rate to 2 percent in fifth consecutive hike.

North Korea fires three missiles as Biden ends Asia visit

South Korea says the launches began early on Wednesday morning.

Texas school shooting live news: Biden to address US

14 children and one teacher killed in small community in southern Texas.

‘Shireen Abu Akleh’s life matters,’ Al Jazeera tells UN

At informal UN Security Council meeting on press freedom, Al Jazeera's Abderrahim Foukara urges independent probe.

Executions surge 20 percent in 2021 led by China, Iran: Amnesty

Human rights group also notes continued secrecy in China, and 'alarming rise' in use of death sentences in Myanmar.

Airbnb shutting China business to focus on outbound Asia travel

San Francisco-based company will stop offering rental homes and experiences in the country this summer.

What will the UN see as it finally visits China’s Xinjiang?

Human rights chief Michelle Bachelet has demanded 'unfettered' access for years, but experts doubt she will get it.

Ireland to host informal UNSC meeting on media freedom, Abu Akleh

All 15 members of the United Nation's highest body are expected to attend the meeting on Tuesday convened by Ireland.

Refugees decry Title 42 as ‘absurd excuse’ as it stays in place

The COVID-linked provision has allowed the US to carry out nearly 2 million expulsions since March 2020.

Xinjiang in focus as UN’s Michelle Bachelet visits China

The tour by Michelle Bachelet comes as Beijing stands accused of widespread abuses of Muslims in far-western Xinjiang.

Taliban enforces order for Afghan women TV anchors to cover faces

Most female presenters were seen with their faces covered while on air on Sunday.

Court orders probe into former Pakistan minister’s arrest

Shireen Mazari, who served under former PM Imran Khan, was detained by police near her Islamabad home on Friday.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 88

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 88th day, we take a look at the main developments.

‘Urgency’: WHO expects more monkeypox cases globally

WHO reports 92 confirmed monkeypox cases and 28 suspected ones in 12 nations as the spread continues.

‘Renewable energy superpower’: Australia votes for climate action

The choosing of politicians running on promieses to tackle climate change represents a remarkable shift for Australia.

#AfricaWeWant: Who needs the African Union anyway?

We discuss the organisations challenges, failures and potential.

Erdogan speaks to Stoltenberg over Finland, Sweden NATO bid

Turkish leader tells NATO chief Sweden, Finland must address Ankara's concerns for it to support their membership bid.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 87

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 87th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Biden and Yoon hold their first summit amid N Korea tensions

Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programme tops the agenda as Yoon hosts Biden for their first in-person talks.

Russia cuts off Finland gas flows over payment dispute

Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Moscow asked clients from 'unfriendly countries' to pay for gas in roubles.

Voters head to polls open in close-run Australian election

Amid concerns about the cost of living, and climate change, ppposition Labor party is seen to have the edge.

Taiwan delays scheme to help Hong Kongers over spying fears

Easier pathway to permanent residency, citizenship for Hong Kong, Macau people delayed over national security fears.

US judge blocks Biden’s plan to end Title 42 border expulsions

US judge issues nationwide injunction barring Biden administration from lifting asylum restriction at Mexico border.

North Korea shuns outside help as COVID catastrophe looms

Pyongyang has not responded to offers of help and inquiries from the US, South Korea, the WHO and UNICEF.

Chariots of Fire, Blade Runner composer Vangelis dies aged 79

Oscar-winning composer was a musical pioneer, renowned for his experimentation with electronic synthesizers.

As Australia votes, cost of living a key concern

Liberal-National Coalition and centre-left Labor Party running neck and neck in election focused on rising prices.

What’s next for crypto investors?

Crypto market meltdown raises questions about investing in risky digital assets.

Young Timorese celebrate diversity after historical trauma

Those born after bloody separation from Indonesia see strength of ethnic heritage and dream of economic progress.

Asylum seekers stuck on Diego Garcia start hunger strike

Group of Tamils has been held on the island, site of a secretive US military base, since October last year.

US panel recommends COVID booster jab for children aged 5 to 11

Just more than 29 percent of US children in the age group have received two doses of Pfizer-BioNTech's vaccine to date.

Shireen Abu Akleh: US lawmakers demanding FBI investigate killing

Congressman Andre Carson tells Al Jazeera letter calling for US investigation into journalist's killing gaining support.

Australia’s unemployment rate drops to lowest since 1974

Jobless figures provide boost to Prime Minister Scott Morrison days out from a closely fought election.

Sri Lankans honour Tamil victims of civil war after 13 years

It was the first-ever public event on the island where mostly majority ethnic Sinhalese memorialised the minority group.

Europe, US on alert after new monkeypox cases emerge

US, Spain and Portugal announce cases of rare viral infection, two weeks after UK identified its first case.

Can the independents upset Australia’s political status quo?

As trust in the major parties declines, independents hope to win over voters in Saturday's election.

‘Shattering the palace’: Young women take up Thailand reform call

As activists turn to new methods in campaign for change, Thai authorities ratchet up surveillance and harassment.

Biden visit to test South Korean leader’s tough talk on China

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces tricky balancing act between US alliance and trade relations with China.

Bolsonaro gov’t threatening Brazilian democracy, jurists tell UN

Legal experts urge UN special rapporteur to visit Brazil to report on president's attacks on Brazilian judicial bodies.

French court upholds charge against Lafarge over Syria operation

French court confirms charge of complicity in 'crimes against humanity' for Lafarge over alleged payoffs to ISIL (ISIS).

Sri Lanka faces ‘man-made’ food crisis as farmers stop planting

Once self-sufficient nation reels from fall-out of ill-conceived shift to organic agriculture, economic crisis.

Taiwan stunned after deadly shooting at Taiwanese-American church

Suspected gunman David Chou was born in martial-law era Taiwan but identified as Chinese.

California church attack suspect charged with first-degree murder

Man who authorities say targeted Taiwanese churchgoers faces additional charges of 'lying in wait', firebomb possession.

US plan to remove Kahanist group from ‘terror’ list draws concern

Advocates say US should include more far-right Israeli groups on 'terrorism' blacklist, not delist Kahane Chai.

‘One million empty chairs’: The US families torn apart by COVID

As nation hits sombre mark of one million coronavirus deaths, families remember loved ones lost during the pandemic.

Foreign orders boost China shipbuilding firm linked to military

US think tank says shipping firms need to reconsider approach given shipyards links to military.

Interactive: Explore Sudan’s pyramids of Meroe

The largest Nubian pyramids built over two thousand years ago can be seen in a new augmented reality experience.

US says it conducted a successful hypersonic weapon test

Speed and manoeuvrability of hypersonic weapons make them difficult to track and intercept.

China’s small businesses buckle under lockdowns, as expats exit

Beijing’s controversial “dynamic zero COVID policy" is hammering the world's second-largest economy.

Australian election: Where is climate change on the agenda?

Most Australians want action on climate change, but you would not know that from the campaign for Saturday's election.

US Congress: Rashida Tlaib introduces Nakba resolution

Congresswoman says measure aims to recognise forced displacement of Palestinians during establishment of Israeli state.

Biden administration easing some US restrictions on Cuba

US says measures, including loosening curbs on family remittances and travel, aim to 'support Cuban people'.

More than 260 Ukraine troops evacuated from Mariupol plant: Kyiv

Ukrainian defence official says efforts continue to evacuate remaining soldiers from steel plant in besieged port city.

After reopening, Thailand’s battered tourism struggles to rebuild

Authorities hope 5-15 million visitors will visit country this year, down from 40 million before the pandemic.

China’s economy slows sharply as ‘zero COVID’ pummels activity

Lockdowns in dozens of Chinese cities drag consumption and industrial production to lowest levels since early 2020.

N Korean leader sends in military to help tackle COVID outbreak

Kim Jong Un orders the military to stabilise the supply of medicines in Pyongyang amid COVID-19 outbreak, KCNA reports.

Deadly shooting at a church in California, police say

At least one killed and 4 others critically wounded in a shooting in southern California, a day after 10 killed.

Somalia elects Hassan Sheikh Mohamud as new president

Mohamud elected president for the second time defeating incumbent President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed in final round.

Nakba Day: What happened in Palestine in 1948?

This year marks 74 years of Al-Nakba, or the Palestinian experience of dispossession and loss of their homeland.

Palestinians commemorate 74th Nakba Day: Live updates

Anniversary comes at a time when many are angered by the killing of Al Jazeera veteran journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 81

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 81st day, we take a look at the main developments.

The Hopi farmer championing Indigenous agricultural knowledge

How millennia of Native American land practices can provide valuable lessons for growing food and sustaining the Earth.

Saudi oil giant Aramco’s first-quarter profits surge 80 percent

Oil prices have rallied to a 14-year high of $139 a barrel after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

‘Ballot box revolution’: Lebanon holds parliamentary elections

Voter participation is expected to be higher this year following an increase in diaspora voting last week.

Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra wins Eurovision amid Russia’s invasion

Kalush Orchestra wins the Eurovision Song Contest in a clear show of popular support for the war-ravaged nation.

At least 10 dead in US supermarket shooting: Reports

Buffalo police confirmed the shooter was in custody in a tweet, but they did not identify the suspect.

As Turkey’s economic crisis grows, politicians spar over refugees

As tensions rise over Turkey's millions of refugees, politicians are seeking to capitalise on the resentment.

Pope to visit Canada in July to meet residential school survivors

Visit from July 24 to 30 comes after Pope Francis apologised for Catholic Church's role in abuse of Indigenous children.

Shireen Abu Akleh: US is no ‘objective observer’, advocates say

With US aid flowing to Israel, Palestine rights activists say Washington is 'complicit' in Israeli abuses.

In Moldova, a pro-Russia region welcomes Ukrainian refugees

Gagauzia, the country's poorest area with some autonomy, is torn between powers in Russia, Turkey, the EU and Chisinau.

‘Aggressive act’: Australia says it tracked Chinese spy ship

Defence Minister Peter Dutton says ship hugged western coastline travelling in Australia's EEZ.

Malaysia’s Q1 GDP beats forecasts amid recovering demand

Gross domestic product rises 5 percent in January-March period, up from 3.6 percent growth in previous quarter.

China’s tech workers face layoff bloodbath amid crackdown, losses

Tens of thousands of workers have been let go amid a regulatory crackdown and overly aggressive expansion.

Biden pledges $150m to ASEAN with eye on China

US president kicks off summit with Southeast Asian leaders with commitment to fund infrastructure, security and health.

North Korea confirms first COVID death; 350,000 reporting ‘fever’

Experts worry North Korea's health system will be unable to cope with COVID outbreak among an unvaccinated population.

For Russians, flying abroad is a difficult, costly affair

Russian airlines are slowly reentering overseas markets as they navigate sanctions and isolation over Ukraine war.

Philippines’s GDP growth blasts past forecasts

Southeast Asian country's gross domestic product expands 8.3 percent in first quarter.

US, China congratulate Marcos Jr on Philippine presidential win

Ferdinand Marcos Jr declares victory in Philippine presidential election, pledges to be a leader 'for all Filipinos'.

Japan PM Kishida pledges further cooperation with EU on Russia

Tokyo earlier this week announced it would phase out imports of Russian oil.

US baby formula crisis: Abbott could start production in 2 weeks

Top US supplier of formula could restart production within 2 weeks but it can take 8 weeks for product to hit shelves.

Shireen Abu Akleh: Al Jazeera journalist shot dead in West Bank

Israeli forces shot Shireen Abu Akleh in the head while she was on assignment in Jenin in the occupied West Bank.

China, US exchange barbs over military manoeuvres near Taiwan

The US Navy sent a ship through the Strait of Taiwan after China practised military drills

‘Huge step’: New Zealand to fully reopen borders on July 31

Announcement means borders will open two months earlier than the government’s timetable.

Teen murder charge shows ‘gaps’ in Malaysia’s treatment of girls

Experts say the handling of the 15-year-old's case has failed to adequately recognise her as a child and rape victim.

Frugal Japanese tighten their belts as prices rise, yen slides

Japan’s household spending fell 2.3 percent in March compared with the previous year.

Yoon Suk-yeol faces tough challenges. Is he up to the job?

Yoon Suk-yeol faces range of 'complex crises', from N Korean nuclear tests and US-China rivalry to a slowing economy.

Paraguay anti-drug prosecutor shot dead on honeymoon in Colombia

Marcelo Pecci, 45, was fatally shot while relaxing on a beach on Colombia's Carribean island of Baru, his wife says.

US indicts Haitian gang leader over missionaries’ kidnapping

US authorities say Joly Germine is a leader of 400 Mawozo gang accused of kidnapping 17 missionaries in Haiti last year.

Warhol’s Marilyn portrait sells for world record $195m

Silk-screen of Hollywood screen icon beats record set for 20th-century work by Picasso's Women of Algiers in 2015.

Tesla halts production in Shanghai over supply issues: Report

Reported suspension comes just three weeks after the US automaker partially resumed production at Shanghai plant.

Gay dating app Grindr to go public via blank-cheque company

Deal with Tiga Acquisition Corp will raise $384m, according to regulatory filings.

New Mexico wildfire still raging, more residents may need to flee

Strong winds continue to fan flames of southwestern US blazes, prompting evacuation orders and destroying many homes.

Indian billionaire Ambani’s Reliance makes money off Ukraine war

Reliance is buying discounted cargoes of crude and deferred maintenance at its refining complex to process more fuel.

Australia looks to fill Asia’s energy gap amid Ukraine crisis

Australia is seeing increased demand for its liquefied natural gas and coal as war and sanctions upend energy supplies.

China’s April exports slow amid tightening COVID curbs

Exports in dollar terms grew 3.9 percent in April from a year earlier, compared with 14.7 percent growth in March.

Yuan touches new 18-month low as lockdowns cloud economic outlook

Weakening currency comes amid persistent strength of the US dollar and worries over slowing economic growth.

Polls open in the Philippines as voters elect a new president

Son of Philippines' late dictator tipped to win presidency as Filipinos head to the polls to elect a new leader.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 74

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 74th day, we take a look at the main developments.

More than 60 believed killed after school attack in east Ukraine

Luhansk governor says Russian air raid on school sheltering civilians likely killed dozens who are buried in debris.

John Lee elected as Hong Kong’s next chief executive

John Lee, who oversaw crackdown on Hong Kong's democracy movement, wins leadership poll.

Russia-Ukraine live news: Kyiv vows to rescue Mariupol fighters

Ukraine's president pledges to continue 'extremely difficult, but essential' efforts to evacuate fighters in Azovstal.

Why the 2022 Philippines election is so significant

There are 10 candidates vying to replace Rodrigo Duterte as president, but only two really matter.

Russia-Ukraine war: All civilians out of Mariupol’s Azovstal mill

Officials say all women, children and elderly have been evacuated from the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 73

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 73rd day, we take a look at the main developments.

UN Security Council calls for ‘peaceful solution’ on Ukraine

First statement since Russian invasion of February 24 avoids use of words 'war', 'invasion' or 'conflict'.

Empty pledges to plant more trees will not save the Congo Basin

More needs to be done to protect the world's second-largest rainforest - and secure our collective future.

‘Our generation’s fight’: Robredo’s campaign to stop Marcos Jr

Leni Robredo is hoping a spirited grassroots campaign will propel her to office in pivotal Philippine election.

Lam steps down as fractured Hong Kong faces more uncertainty

Chief Executive Carrie Lam will be remembered for her pivotal role in setting off 2019's mass protests.

US providing additional $150m in military aid to Ukraine

President Joe Biden urges Congress to approve more funds, saying they will help Kyiv on battlefield and in Russia talks.

US judge rules Marjorie Taylor Greene can seek re-election

Greene, a Trump ally in the US House of Representatives, is seeking re-election this year in her Georgia district.

In Indonesia’s illegal mines, the poor risk it all for fortune

Deaths of 12 women last month are the latest in a series of fatal accidents in country's illicit mines.

China stocks, yuan slide as Beijing doubles down on ‘zero COVID’

Market jitters follow Beijing warning against any questioning of its controversial pandemic strategy.

Labour takes key London district from UK’s ruling Conservatives

Loss of Wandsworth for first time in 44 years adds to pressure on Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

A bit rich? Billionaires’ climate efforts draw scepticism, praise

Mega-rich figures such as Andrew Forrest spend billions on climate change solutions while adding to carbon emissions.

Bougainville starts process to reopen controversial Panguna mine

Officials say the facility will provide crucial income despite causing war and pollution the last time it was open.

UN readies third evacuation from Mariupol ‘hellscapes’

UN chief says nearly 500 people were evacuated on Thursday as Russia tries to crush last pocket of resistance.

How the Karen became crucial to Myanmar’s anti-coup resistance

The Karen National Union is providing protection and training to anti-coup activists in eastern Myanmar.

Biden names Karine Jean-Pierre as new White House press secretary

Jean-Pierre will become first Black woman to hold key post when Jen Psaki leaves White House next week.

Colombia extradites drug lord ‘Otoniel’ to the United States

Dairo Antonio Usuga's Gulf Clan was believed to be responsible for 30 percent of all cocaine exports from Colombia.

‘No end in sight’: In Beijing, fears of Shanghai-style lockdown

Officials in Chinese capital have designated 518 coronavirus outbreak sites amid growing fears of a city-wide lockdown.

Zelenskyy calls for longer truce to evacuate Mariupol civilians

About 200 people are still trapped in the sprawling Azovstal steel plant as Russians intensify assault.

The Ukrainian refugees who made it to Australia

Ukrainians tell of perilous nights under bombardment, frightening car journeys under fire and long waits at the border.

UN raises concern over Haitian gangs’ recruitment of children

Thousands of people have been displaced and dozens killed as gang violence escalates in Haiti's capital, officials say.

With US poised to restrict abortion, other countries ease access

US top court may soon overturn landmark abortion rights ruling, but courts in other nations are moving to do opposite.

Russia pounds Donetsk, Luhansk; at least 21 killed

Regional governor says death toll is the highest since Russia bombed the Kramatorsk railway station a month ago.

Philippines election: Is democracy at stake?

Polls for presidential race show son of former dictator Marcos leading.

Leila de Lima release urged after witnesses retract testimony

Philippine senator and vocal Duterte critic has been imprisoned for five years over drugs charges she denies.

As Vietnam welcomes back visitors, a push for sustainable tourism

Villagers in remote Dien Bien Phu are looking to traditional homestays to encourage tourism without overdevelopment.

Hong Kong GDP falls more than expected as COVID curbs bite

Economy shrinks 4 percent in the January-to-March period from a year earlier, according to advance estimates.

US abortion advocates vow to fight expected Roe v Wade decision

In Georgia, advocates brace for six-week abortion ban if Supreme Court strikes down landmark Roe v Wade decision.

New Mexico wildfire prompts call for US disaster declaration

A wildfire near a small northeastern New Mexico community in the Rocky Mountains is expected to keep growing.

‘Shameful’: US protests potential Roe v Wade abortion rollback

Al Jazeera speaks to protesters outside the US Supreme Court about potential overturning of Roe v Wade abortion ruling.

British Virgin Islands protesters decry plan for direct UK rule

Report commissioned by Queen's representative had called for Caribbean territory to be effectively governed by London.

In Photos: Gazans Celebrate Eid al-Fitr in Comfort

Tensions and the exchange of rocket fire between Gaza and Israel during Ramadan raised fears of a new attack on Gaza.

India accuses Chinese phone maker Xiaomi of forex violations

India’s anti-money laundering agency took control of the bank accounts of Xiaomi Technology India, it said.

Europe scrambles for long-term fix after Putin cuts off gas

European energy providers open Russian rouble accounts for gas, challenging bloc's united front against Moscow.

New Zealand welcomes tourists back as COVID rules eased

New Zealand welcomes tourists from US, UK, Canada, Japan and more than 50 other countries for first time in two years.

Russia not seeking to end Ukraine war by May 9: Lavrov

Russia's foreign minister says Moscow's Victory Day anniversary is not relevant to the pace of its war in Ukraine.

UK legislator resigns after viewing porn in House of Commons

MP Neil Parish, 65, steps down after what he described as a moment of 'madness' while watching pornography on his phone.

What has the “do your job” movement in Mongolia achieved?

Youth activists call for better economic policies and stricter rules on corruption.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 67

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 67th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Photos: Bucha residents picking up the pieces of shattered lives

Streets of Russian-occupied Ukrainian city are being cleaned of debris but horrors of war unlikely to fade soon.