What is the Rafah crossing and why is it Gaza's lifeline?
The border crossing with Egypt is the only point of exit for Palestinians looking to flee Gaza.
2023-10-16 19:53
Maldives country profile
Provides an overview of the Maldives, including key facts about this Indian Ocean country.
2023-10-16 16:47
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
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
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
Biden Considers Israel Visit, Warns Against Gaza Occupation
US President Joe Biden weighed a trip to Israel while he cautioned against long-term Israeli occupation of the
2023-10-16 09:47
Same-sex hearing: The lesbian activist seeking marriage equality in India
Maya Sharma doesn't believe in marriage but has petitioned India's Supreme Court to legalise same-sex union.
2023-10-16 08:17
Beijing to host global gathering as Xi Jinping lays out China's vision
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is gathering world leaders in Beijing this week for a high profile forum with a clear set of goals: laud China's role backing economic development over the past decade and project its expanding ambitions as an alternative global leader to the United States.
2023-10-16 07:52
Arizona Cardinals, Diamondbacks Owners Donate to GOP Candidates
The race by Republican presidential contenders to stockpile campaign cash and influential donors ahead of the expensive 2024
2023-10-16 07:16
Airline CEO-turned-politician Luxon to lead New Zealand to the right
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) -Just three years after entering politics, former businessman Christopher Luxon is set to lead New
2023-10-16 07:00
Global Markets Stable as US Pushes to Contain Middle East War
Demand for haven assets remained in abeyance as the trading week began in Asia with the US and
2023-10-16 05:25