
Maldives country profile
Provides an overview of the Maldives, including key facts about this Indian Ocean country.
2023-10-16 16:47

France Is on Edge After Israel-Hamas War Reopens Old Scars
As home to both the largest Jewish and Muslim communities in Europe, France is feeling the strain of
2023-10-16 16:27

US to Tighten Curbs on China’s Access to Advanced Chip Tech
The US plans to tighten sweeping measures to restrict China’s access to advanced semiconductors and chipmaking gear, seeking
2023-10-16 16:26

DR Congo boat accident: At least 40 dead, 167 missing
The overloaded boat was sailing at night, in breach of safety regulations, officials say.
2023-10-16 16:21

European Stocks Steady on Mideast Diplomacy; Polish Market Jumps
European stocks pared early gains and were steady as traders weighed diplomatic efforts by the US and its
2023-10-16 16:21

KKR Makes Binding Offer for Telecom Italia Phone Network
KKR & Co. made a binding offer for Telecom Italia SpA’s phone network, in what could be a
2023-10-16 15:57

Ugandan police foil ADF plot to bomb churches - Yoweri Museveni
The president says two bombs were linked to public address systems, and sent to pastors.
2023-10-16 15:55

Diplomatic aid efforts ramp up for 'strangled' Gaza as regional conflict fears grow
Gaza is being "strangled" by Israel's week-long siege and aerial bombardment, UN experts have warned, as concerns grow that further escalation and a lack of safety for fleeing civilians risks drawing regional foes into the long-running conflict.
2023-10-16 15:52

Israel Announces Another ‘Safe Passage’ For Gazans to Move South
Israel announced another “safe corridor” in Gaza as it urges civilians to move to the south of the
2023-10-16 15:18

Oil on Tenterhooks as the US Goes All Out to Contain Gaza Crisis
Oil traded in a narrow range, with Israel yet to launch its expected ground offensive into the Gaza
2023-10-16 15:15

Israel Latest: Blinken Set to Return as US Tries to Contain War
President Joe Biden is weighing a trip to Israel, adding to the US diplomatic push after Secretary of
2023-10-16 13:49

Used clothing from the West is a big seller in East Africa. Uganda's leader wants a ban
The Owino Market in Uganda's capital has long been a go-to enclave for rich and poor people alike looking for affordable but quality-made used clothes, underscoring perceptions that Western fashion is superior to what is made at home
2023-10-16 13:25