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The DNA of Francois Verove, who was reportedly retired, has been matched to crime scenes, ending a 35-year manhunt.

Rights group says event attempt to 'whitewash its image' and obscure crackdowns on dissent, freedom of expression.

Tehran says it is concerned about Israeli and ISIL presence close to its borders with Azerbaijan.

UN reports alarming malnutrition among children, pregnant and lactating women in the conflict-hit northern region.

From masks and gloves to IVs and COVID tests, what happens to toxic medical waste? Reporter Adi Renaldi finds out.

Both countries plan to repatriate those stopped amid deepening economic and political crises in Haiti.

Venezuela has for years seen some of the world's worst inflation, complicating cash transactions amid economic crisis.

The first legislative elections will see native Qatari citizens elect 30 candidates of the 45-member Shura Council.

New South Wales's anti-corruption body investigating state premier's alleged relationship with state legislator.

China's Taiwan Affairs Office launches furious attack on Joseph Wu condemning him as a 'shrilling' fly.

Prime minister says Australians allowed to return home, travel abroad 'within weeks' if 80 percent are vaccinated.

Successor to President Duterte, who is constitutionally barred from seeking a second term, will be elected in 2022.

State media says Pyongyang tested an anti-aircraft missile on Thursday as it continues its carrot-and-stick strategy.

China celebrates National Day as its government embarks on a massive social engineering project.

Senators grill social media giant after Wall Street Journal reported it was aware Instagram harmed teens' mental health.

Investors are warily eyeing the global energy crunch and the US debt ceiling debate, among other factors.

Virginia Giuffre sued Andrew claiming Jeffrey Epstein recruited her for sex with the British prince when she was a teen.

Lapid visiting Bahrain one year after a US-brokered normalisation of ties between the two countries.

Security forces fired tear gas to break up a demonstration in the capital attended by an estimated 20,000 people.

Japan's former foreign minister is leading governing Liberal Democratic Party and is set to become prime minister.

US Senate and House pass temporary funding bill hours before midnight deadline, sending measure to Biden to sign.

At least 116 inmates were killed this week in a prison riot that Ecuadorian officials say is linked to rival drug gangs.

Court case adds to this year's spate of bad publicity for Tesla in China - a key market for the electric vehicle maker.

Clement Chiwaya, 50, killed himself inside the parliament building in Lilongwe.

Committee probing deadly Capitol riot seeks interviews, documents from activists who organised former president's rally.

Some economists believe the expiration of federal jobless benefits could be behind last week's initial claims rise.

The accused woman had said she did not want to attend court, but was picked up by police with an arrest warrant.

Probe was ordered into crimes committed under The Gambia's former longtime leader Yahya Jammeh.

Global benchmark Brent crude this week topped $80 a barrel as global energy crunch takes hold.

Report said senior officials used their power to select referees and judges.

Armed groups attack remote communities in Niger and Sokoto states, the latest incidents in spiralling cycle of violence.

Breakthrough negotiated in Brussels ends flare-up in hostilities triggered by dispute over vehicle licence plates.

Indigenous leaders call for action, accountability on Canada's first official National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Group says its investigation proves Polish border forces violated rights of dozens of migrants and refugees.

Investigation finds the institution succumbed to pressure to knock some countries, boost others in its annual reports.

Malpass, first World Bank head to visit the country in decades, advises patience with transition Sudan is going through.

Scholz is clear favourite for chancellor once a coalition is formed, after the SPD edged out the conservatives.

The plane carrying US citizens and permanent residents had been temporarily prevented from departing for the US.

For firms that invested heavily in cryptocurrencies and mining gear, the options for cashing in may be limited.

Speaking alongside the EU's Josep Borrell, Sheikh Mohammed called on the Taliban to maintain 'gains' made in past years.

Leilani Farha leads an investigation into the global housing crisis for the United Nations.

The global average price of petrol has doubled over the past 20 years. Here are 5 graphics explaining the oil industry.

Qatar also signed a 10-year deal to host Formula One from 2023, organisers said.

We investigate the environmental consequences of Ghana accepting used clothing from the global north.

2018 eruption of Kilauea caused widespread damage, but officials say latest eruption poses no immediate threat to homes.

Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo seen as the 'real opposition candidate' in the race to replace Duterte in 2022.

People in Vietnam's largest city will be able to leave their homes on Friday after months of strict COVID curbs.

Authorities say the deadly riots at the prison in Guayaquil are the worst in the country's history.