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Economic, political and gang crisis converging to cause 'new levels of desperation', officials tell UN Security Council.

Canberra claims the No 2 telecom 'effectively left the window open' to hackers.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 216th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Allegation comes after Carlsen withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup in the US after losing to Niemann.

Japan bid farewell to Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated in July, with a rare state funeral that has divided the nation.

FIFA says more than 2.4 million tickets were sold in the three rounds of sales so far this year.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says body will 'restore trust and integrity to federal politics'.

The Washington-based lender expects the region to grow 3.2 percent in 2022, down from a 5 percent forecast in April.

Made from fresh milk, samovar tea is gaining popularity in a market dominated by karak tea.

Thousands of children die or are harmed when fleeing for safety to and in Europe due to violent border control policies.

Local media reported that Leonard Glenn Francis had requested to remain in Venezuela on health and political grounds.

Sharp fluctuations of major currencies inject new uncertainty into fraught global economic outlook.

Japan bids farewell to slain leader as anger grows over cost of funeral and the ruling party's ties to a fringe church.

Tatsunori Motoki, accused of spying by Russia's FSB, was released after a few hours and ordered to leave the country.

What is going to be Brothers of Italy stance with the EU, and are its members' experienced enough?

Controversy erupts after assassin blames Shinzo Abe's killing on his ties to a 'predatory South Korean religious cult'.

Apple has asked manufacturers to shift production from China amid geopolitical tensions and pandemic restrictions.

Thousands are fleeing the country to avoid call to fight in Ukraine after Russia ordered first mobilisation since WW II.

In world's first attempt to change direction of an asteroid, scientists hope method can prevent collisions with Earth.

A right-wing coalition, led by Giorgia Meloni, is set to take a majority of seats in parliament.

The central bank statement came towards the end of a day of turmoil for Britain's currency and debt.

Turkey summons Greek ambassador, files protest with US amid Aegean islands row while Greece slams move as 'unfounded'.

West questions Belgrade after signing deal with Moscow pledging long-term consultations on foreign policy.

Truck carrying food to internally displaced people was hit in Ethiopian drone strike, UN food agency says.

Former US security contractor one of 75 foreign nationals listed by the decree as being granted Russian citizenship.

US military official says aircraft carrier's visit is 'clear and unambiguous demonstration' of commitment to alliance.

New code also would allow surrogate pregnancies, broader rights for grandparents and measures against gender violence.

Guterres renews call for abolition of nuclear weapons as concerns grow over Russia's threat to use them in Ukraine.

Authorities urge residents to heed evacuation orders as Hurricane Ian expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds.

The move is likely to boost the Canadian travel industry, already booming after months of lull during the pandemic.

US stocks and global equities were mixed on Monday morning after a slew of developments last week.

People along shared border hope reopening crossings to cargo will boost the economy after years-long closure.

At least 15 people have been killed, including 11 children, after a gunman opened fire at a school in Izhevsk city.

Giorgia Meloni is set to become Italy's first female prime minister after leading a right-wing alliance to election win.

Stories about women with disabilities and murdered Indigenous women win for social justice reporting.

More than 500 firefighters and 90 vehicles were sent to the site as the fire burned for about seven hours.

So far the only effect of Starlink’s 'activation' has been indirectly helping spread malware on Iranian devices.

Ultranationalist Jews entered under Israeli police protection, with restrictions imposed on Palestinian movement.

Businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is 'proud' of founding Wagner Group staffed by Russian war veterans.

In Sri Lanka, rice is more than a sustaining staple. It is an undeniable main character in its history and identity.

The Russian offensive enters its 215th day, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of war.

Roadworks halt thousands of trucks carrying millions of dollars worth of apples, triggering protests by the growers.

Thousands of men of fighting age have flocked to airports and Russia's land border crossings to avoid military service.

Qatar-based Egyptian scholar Qaradawi, who was in his nineties, was well-known across the Muslim world.

The tiny island came into existence 11 hours after a volcanic eruption and grew to 24,000 square metres in size.

Recent Save the Children survey says half of Afghanistan's families have put children to work to keep food on the table.

Super Typhoon Noru smashed into the archipelago nation with sustained winds of 185km (115 miles) per hour.

The attacker turned the gun on himself after killing several people in the central Udmurtia region.

Health Ministry says rapid assessment testing confirmed 338 cases since the outbreak was first recorded last month.