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North Korea demands South show 'utmost respect' to restore relations
The powerful sister of North Korea's leader said Thursday that Seoul must show the "utmost respect" to mend ties, after Pyongyang denied responsibility for a DMZ mine blast that wounded South Korean soldiers.
Saudi says three dead in airport attacks claimed by Houthis
Saudi authorities said Wednesday three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom's international airports, including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen's Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs.
The growing protests against India's poll body - and PM Modi
India's election commission is facing mounting pressure after a newspaper investigation alleged misconduct during a nationwide voter-roll revision.
Stocks fall further as oil spike fans fresh inflation worries
Equities extended losses Thursday as inflation fears were stoked by a fresh jump in oil prices following a report that said Donald Trump was considering more Iran strikes ahead of next month's US midterm elections.
Bad COP, worse COP? EU tempers hopes for UN climate summit
After having its hopes dashed for a more ambitious deal last year in Brazil, the European Union is setting its sights low for next month's COP31 climate summit in Turkey.
Housing crisis set to dominate Spain's snap election
After simmering below the surface for years, anger at unaffordable housing in Spain has bubbled over and precipitated a general election that will be dominated by the crisis.
Guinea-Bissau junta urges military unit loyal to ex-president to disarm
Guinea-Bissau's junta leader General Horta N'Tam urged members of the presidential guard loyal to exiled former president Umaro Sissoco Embalo to voluntarily lay down their weapons on Wednesday.
Saudi Arabia says 3 dead at airports after Houthis claim attacks
Saudi authorities said Wednesday that three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom's international airports, including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen's Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs.
Stocks slide as oil sees volatile trading day over Iran war fears
Stock markets slid on Wednesday after a volatile day of trading for oil that saw the commodity rise sharply before closing lower after International Energy Agency member states said they were ready to release more strategic reserves.
'Never again Bolsonaro': thousands march ahead of Brazil election runoff
Thousands of people joined a student march Wednesday in downtown Rio de Janeiro to protest against election favorite Flavio Bolsonaro and the prospect of the far-right's return to power in Brazil, as the campaign for a runoff election swung into action.
Five children among 28 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine on Wednesday killed at least 28 people, including five children who died when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.
Saudi Arabia says three dead at airports after Houthis claim attacks
Saudi authorities said on Wednesday that three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom's international airports including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen's Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs.
Trump plans to turn Florida golf course into presidential retreat
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he wants to turn his luxury Florida golf course into a retreat for future presidents modeled on the historic Camp David getaway.
Thousands march fearing return of a Bolsonaro presidency in Brazil
Thousands of people joined a student march Wednesday in downtown Rio de Janeiro to protest presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and a surge of the far-right in Brazil.
Protests in major Turkish city after mayor defects to Erdogan party
More than 1,000 protesters gathered in Turkish opposition stronghold Izmir on Wednesday, angered by the defection of the city's mayor to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AKP.
Five children among 26 killed in Ukraine after Russian strikes
Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday killed at least 26 people, including five children who died when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.
Trump wants to turn Florida golf course into presidential retreat
Donald Trump wants to turn his luxury Florida golf course into retreat for future US presidents modeled on the historic Camp David getaway, the White House said Wednesday.
Russia warns of 'false' information as second plague case reported
Russia warned Wednesday against "false" information as reports emerged of a second suspected case of plague in Siberia, with Washington and Brussels calling for transparency and neighbouring Mongolia tightening health surveillance.
Mayor of Turkish opposition stronghold defects to Erdogan party
The mayor of Izmir, Turkey's third city and an opposition stronghold,defected to the ruling AKP Wednesday, in a huge symbolic victory for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
IEA ready to release more oil reserves if necessary
The International Energy Agency's member countries stand ready to release additional oil from their strategic reserves if necessary and will prioritise diesel due to tight supplies of the fuel, the head of the IEA said Wednesday.
Children among heavy casualties in Ukraine after Russian strikes
At least 24 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, including four young children who died when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.
Court orders German ex-spy chief kept in jail after spying, treason arrest
A court Wednesday ordered ex-German spy chief August Hanning to remain in jail after his arrest on suspicion of espionage and treason, along with a former deputy who allegedly supplied him with secret files.
Heavy casualties in Ukraine after Russian strikes
At least 20 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, including 14 when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.
IMF preparing El Nino assistance, concerned about AI bubble burst: chief to AFP
The International Monetary Fund is preparing to offer support to countries exposed to the effects of El Nino, the organisation's director Kristalina Georgieva told AFP on Wednesday, expressing concern about food security.
West must embrace 'national power' or face decline: Rubio
The western world must embrace "national power" and technological innovation or risk sliding into decline, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was set to warn on Wednesday during a visit to Greece.
Stocks decline as oil climbs on Mideast flareup
Oil prices rose Wednesday on fresh concerns about Middle East supplies following a warning that Iran appeared to be stepping up attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, weighing on stock markets.
As sector struggles, Porsche puts luxury ahead of volume
Luxury sports car maker Porsche announced Wednesday it plans to sell fewer vehicles, but at a higher price to try to regain profitability hit by competition from China.
Mayor of opposition stronghold Izmir defects to Erdogan party
The mayor of Izmir, Turkey's third city and an opposition stronghold, on Wednesday defected to the ruling AKP, in a huge symbolic victory for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
UK tax body opened probe into Man City in 2018: FT
UK tax authorities launched an investigation into Manchester City in 2018 to determine whether the club -- recently found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules -- used complex arrangements to reduce tax, the Financial Times reported Wednesday.
France suspends stun grenade use at student protests ahead of PM speech
France has suspended the use of stun grenades by police at student-led demonstrations, the interior minister said Wednesday, as allegations of police brutality mounted after days of sometimes violent demonstrations across the country.
Yemen's Houthis claim new attacks on Saudi airports as conflict deepens
The Houthis claimed a flurry of attacks on Saudi targets on Wednesday including firing a ballistic missile at Riyadh airport, as the group battles for territory in Yemen against government forces supported by the kingdom.
US pushes Russia for information on plague reports
The United States made a formal request pressing Russia for information on the reported plague death of a laboratory technician, a source close to the matter said Tuesday, as calls grew for transparency from Moscow.