South Africa to clear Covid lockdown criminal records
More than 400,000 people were arrested for breaking some of the world's toughest lockdown restrictions.
2023-09-21 20:25
Portsmouth council keeps up pressure over Aquind interconnector plans
The government is set to make a final decision on the £1.2bn cross-Channel electricity link.
2023-09-12 20:52
Cuba uncovers Russia-Ukraine war trafficking ring
Cuban officials say a human trafficking ring is recruiting Cubans to fight in the war in Ukraine.
2023-09-05 18:59
Tonga country profile
Provides an overview of Tonga, including key dates and facts about this Pacific island nation.
2023-08-23 16:57
Samoa country profile
Provides an overview of Samoa, including key dates and facts for this Pacific island nation.
2023-07-11 20:45
Martinique profile
Provides an overview of Martinique, including key facts about this French Caribbean territory.
2023-07-10 23:28
Japanese workers are finally seeing their pay jump
Wages in the world's third largest economy grew at the fastest pace in 28 years in May.
2023-07-07 12:25
The women fighting Japan’s sexual violence stigma
Rina Gonoi was sexually assaulted when serving in Japan's army. She refused to stay silent.
2023-06-12 06:26
Japan rethinks tattoo ban in defence forces to lift recruitment
Japan's Self-Defence Forces are struggling to recruit from a population that is shrinking and ageing.
2023-06-07 16:45
After the Tree of Life synagogue shooting, can a community heal?
The trial for the alleged perpetrator of the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history is set to begin.
2023-05-30 08:45
Montenegro country profile
Provides an overview of Montenegro, including key facts about this southeast European country.
2023-05-22 17:25
China overtakes Japan as world's top car exporter
The jump in China's exports was boosted by rising demand for electric vehicles and increased sales to Russia.
2023-05-19 10:58