Afghanistan's Taliban Govt Marks Two Years Since Return To Power
Afghanistan's Taliban government was set Tuesday to mark the second anniversary of their takeover of the country with a military parade in the movement's birthplace, as well as other celebrations of their surge back to power.
At Least 24 Killed In India After Heavy Rains
At least 24 people were killed, nine of them in a temple collapse, and dozens more were feared missing after intense rains caused floods and landslides in India, officials said Monday.
Foxconn Boss Sees Potential To Invest Billions In India
Taiwanese tech giant and key Apple supplier Foxconn said Monday it sees the potential to invest "several billion dollars" in India, with the firm looking to diversify its manufacturing away from China.
Ukraine Says Ousted Russian Forces Near Bakhmut, South
The Ukrainian military on Monday said it had pushed Russian forces out of pockets of territory along front lines in the east and south of the country, building on a gruelling counter-offensive launched two months ago.
Etna Eruption Forces Closure Of Sicily's Catania Airport
The airport at Catania in Sicily, a top Italian tourist destination, has halted all flights after a new eruption at nearby Mount Etna, its operator said Monday.
Russian Ruble Plunges Past 100 Against Dollar For First Time Since March 2022
The Russian ruble slid past 100 against the dollar Monday, its lowest level since March 23, 2022 -- weeks after Moscow unleashed full-scale hostilities in Ukraine.
Iran Arrests Four More After Fatal Shooting At Shiite Shrine
Iranian authorities have arrested four more suspects after detaining a lone gunman in the killing of at least one person at a Shiite Muslim shrine, state media reported on Monday.
Little-known Senator Kakar To Be Sworn In As New Pakistan PM
Little-known senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar was set to be sworn in Monday as Pakistan's caretaker prime minister to see the country through to an election due in months.
Neymar 'In Negotiations' Over Saudi Move As Mbappe Returns To PSG Good Books
Neymar was "in negotiations" on Sunday to become the latest football superstar to decamp for Saudi Arabia, leaving Paris Saint-Germain just as Kylian Mbappe was brought back in from the cold by the French champions.
Shares In Chinese Property Giant Country Garden Down Sharply
Shares in Chinese property giant Country Garden plunged on Monday after it missed bond payments and warned of multibillion-dollar losses, deepening concerns over the nation's heavily indebted real estate sector.
Worry, Relief, Despair, Pride: Afghans On Life Two Years Under The Taliban
Two years since the Taliban stormed back to power in Afghanistan after 20 years of war against the United States and its allies, life has changed dramatically for many Afghans, particularly women.
Asian Markets Fall On China Property Woes
Asian markets posted sharp losses in early Monday trade, after falls in US tech stocks and as concerns over China's property sector weigh on sentiment.
'No More Water': Iraq Drought Claims Lakeside Resort
Iraqi merchant Mohamed has never seen such a grim tourist season: years of drought have shrunken the majestic Lake Habbaniyah, keeping away the holidaymakers who once flocked there during summer.
Hawaii Fire Death Toll Nears 100, And Anger Grows
The death toll in Hawaii from the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century was expected to cross the 100-mark Sunday, fueling criticism that government inaction contributed to the heavy loss of life.
Renewed Interest In Sumo Proves Big Pull For Tourists
Their interest piqued during Covid lockdowns and by a new Netflix drama, a fresh rush of foreign tourists are flocking to Japan for a look inside the insular world of sumo.
'Democracy, Democracy' Chant Israelis Protesting Legal Reforms
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday in the latest protest against the hard-right government's controversial judicial reform plans that opponents see as threat to democracy.
Catch 'Em All: Pokemon Hooks Kids, Parents And Investors
Dressed up and ready for battle, around 10,000 Pokemon fans have descended on Yokohama in Japan this weekend, looking for fun but also collector's item cards potentially worth serious money.
Prisoner Deal Heralds Iran-US Thaw, But No Nuclear Deal Seen
Two and a half years into Joe Biden's presidency, and after exhaustive diplomacy with Iran's clerical leadership, his administration has reached a first deal -- to free five detained Americans.
Rescue Ship Saves 600 Migrants In Mediterranean: NGO
Rescue ship Ocean Viking has saved more than 600 migrants adrift in the Mediterranean over the last two days, the organisation that runs it, SOS Mediterranee, said on Friday.
N. Korea's Kim Berates Officials Over Storm Damage
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un berated "irresponsible" officials for failing to prevent damage from a tropical storm that swept through the Korean peninsula last week, state media said Monday.
Yellen Sees 'Resilience' In US Economy Even As It Cools
US economic growth and wage gains should "serve as a source of resilience" moving forward even if the economy continues to cool, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in remarks released Friday.
Preliminary Audit Report Slams Lebanon Central Bank, Governor
A preliminary forensic audit of Lebanon's central bank by professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) has painted a damning picture of the institution under long-serving former governor Riad Salameh.
UN Finishes Removing Oil From Decaying Yemen Tanker
The United Nations said Friday it had successfully transferred more than one million barrels of oil from a dilapidated Yemeni tanker, removing the imminent risk of a spill.
Musk Says Cage Fight With Zuckerberg Will Be In Italy
Elon Musk said Friday that his much-hyped cage fight with Mark Zuckerberg would take place in Italy, as authorities there confirmed talks about hosting a "great charity event."
Russia Steps Up The Pressure In Northeast Ukraine
Russia on Friday said it had improved its fighting positions around the northeast Ukraine town of Kupiansk, where its advance has prompted Ukrainian officials to urge residents to evacuate.
Naval Forces In Gulf Warn Ships Against Nearing Iranian Waters
Western naval forces operating in the Gulf have warned ships sailing in the strategic Strait of Hormuz against approaching Iranian waters to avoid the risk of seizure.
Two Militants Killed Attacking Convoy Of Chinese Workers In Pakistan
Two separatist militants were killed Sunday when they attacked a convoy carrying Chinese workers to a Beijing-financed port project in Pakistan's Balochistan province, officials said.
Attack On Iran Shiite Shrine Leaves One Dead: State Media
A shooting Sunday at a Shiite Muslim shrine in Iran's south killed at least one person and wounded eight others, state media reported, revising down a previous toll of four fatalities.
Concern Mounts For Detained President In Niger's Coup Crisis
Fears for Niger's detained president mounted on Friday, a day after West African leaders declared they would muster a "standby" force in their efforts to return him to power.
IS Attack On Syria Army Bus Kills 26 Soldiers: Monitor
At least 26 soldiers have been killed in war-torn Syria's east, a monitor said on Friday, the deadliest in a new wave of attacks blamed on Islamic State group jihadists.
