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Anthony Albanese has led his Labor Party to victory in the election, ending nine years of conservative rule.

The largely symbolic travel bans form part of a downward spiral in Russia's relations with the West over war in Ukraine.

The outbreak of monkeypox in countries where the virus is not endemic is highly unusual, according to scientists.

'Torrid' heatwave with temperatures reaching mid-40°s Celsius has renewed debate over the climate crisis.

Wimbledon stripped of ranking points by main tours in move threatening to reduce Grand Slam to exhibition status.

Israel falls back on its media manipulation tactics after the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh attracts global attention.

Boeing’s astronaut capsule reaches International Space Station in uncrewed test do-over after several failed attempts.

Amjad al-Fayyed, 17, was killed after an Israeli raid in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin.

Missiles were fired from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights and some were intercepted by Syrian air defences.

The surrender of Ukrainian fighters holed up in bombed-out steel plant means an end to destructive three-month siege.

A museum outside the capital is attempting to educate Gambians on abuses committed under former leader Yahya Jammeh.

A recent meltdown in the crypto market has caused panic among investors.

In the eyes of many Brazilian leftists, the only real imperialism is US imperialism.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 87th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programme tops the agenda as Yoon hosts Biden for their first in-person talks.

Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Moscow asked clients from 'unfriendly countries' to pay for gas in roubles.

Amid concerns about the cost of living and climate change, opposition Labor party is seen to have the edge.

Easier pathway to permanent residency, citizenship for Hong Kong, Macau people delayed over national security fears.

Federal judge's ruling will extend 'indefinite suffering' of asylum seekers at US-Mexico border, rights groups say.

Israeli attack on funeral of Shireen Abu Akleh and confiscation of Palestinian flags are part of a decades-long pattern.

Moscow says it has taken control of steel plant, fully capturing port city after months of Ukrainian resistance.

Washington renews calls for investigation into journalist's killing after Israeli military rules out criminal inquiry.

New York state is investigating former US president's real estate company for allegedly misstating value of assets.

Michelle Bachelet's visit marks the first trip to China by a UN human rights commissioner since 2005.

The Kremlin says the economy is weathering the storm, but analysts warn of a steep future decline.

Attorney general announces new measures to raise awareness, as well as prevent and address hate crimes in US.

Catherine Colonna, a career diplomat and recent ambassador to the UK, takes over France's foreign affairs portfolio.

The Tigray Peoples’ Liberation Front (TPLF) says 4,208 prisoners of war, including 401 women, to be released in amnesty.

Elon Musk, who is in the process of buying Twitter, used the social media platform to respond to the allegation.

'One more lie': Havana pushes back against latest US slight amid tensions over upcoming Americas summit.

State Department revokes 'terrorism' designation of Kahane Chai and four other groups, saying they have been inactive.

Meeting comes as US President Joe Biden began his first visit to Asia in push to show commitment to the region.

West Texas Intermediate futures traded near $113 a barrel.

WHO's European chief concerned that monkeypox could spread as people gather for parties and festivals over the summer.

Colleagues and friends of killed Al Jazeera journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh, pay tribute to her legacy.

Deal will see Doha and Berlin focus on developing trade relations in liquefied natural gas, among other energy sources.

Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 climbed, shrugging off modest losses on Wall Street on Thursday.

Finnish state-owned gas company says cutoff, which follows Finland's application to join NATO, will not affect supply.

Close historic ties with Russia and deep internal divisions are undermining a unified national stance on the conflict.

The IMF accepted the Somali government's request for a three-month extension to examine and endorse planned reforms.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine touched on almost every topic of meetings this week.

The country has become the latest epicentre of a shifting conflict in the Sahel.

Russian defence chief says military units will be launched in response to Finland and Sweden's attempt to join alliance.

The new Pakistan government is seeking the release of more funds from a $6bn rescue programme agreed with IMF in 2019.

Lawmakers called for sanctions on Gerhard Schroeder and other Europeans who refuse to give up lucrative Russia ties.

The disease endemic in parts of Africa has already been reported in Australia, the US, Canada and other European states.

It cites the effects of Russia's war in Ukraine, COVID-19 pandemic, climate-induced shocks and rising costs as reasons.

Turkey views the PKK - and all its affiliates - as security threats, complicating its relationship with Sweden, Finland.

Despite the government's pro-Western policy, everyday Greeks remain wary of both the US and Russia.

Prime minister warns of a food crisis after chemical fertilisers ban by previous government drastically cut crop yields.