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The British computer scientist wrote the code that ‘changed everything’ in 1989.

Emails obtained by Congress show Trump and his team urged prosecutors to act on election fraud claims.

Announcement by health authorities comes as sultanate faces a surge in COVID-19 cases that has swamped its hospitals.

Producer prices saw a record surge in May while retail sales saw a bigger-than-expected drop.

Biden and EU leaders agreed to a truce in a 17-year dispute over aircraft subsidies.

After biggest-ever expedition to Arctic, scientists warn point of no return on global warming may have already been hit.

Result may affect range of issues from future of 2015 nuclear agreement to fate of dual-national prisoners held in Iran.

Independent inquiry into 1987 murder accuses London's Metropolitan Police Service of 'institutional corruption'.

It’s long past time that this outdated, neo-colonial piece of global governance was abandoned.

Critics say law against 'promoting' homosexuality to children will in effect crack down on LGBTQ groups.

Turkey's environment minister says Yalova and Balikesir were among cities where most of the mucilage was cleared.

Israeli far-right groups prepare for the 'March of the Flags' through occupied East Jerusalem as Palestinians gather.

Regardless of who wins these elections, democracy will be the biggest loser and democratic reforms will be curtailed.

HRW documented flaws in the investigation, including political interference and violations of due process.

Climate change campaigners launch a lawsuit against Oslo over plans for more oil drilling in the Arctic.

British PM Boris Johnson says agreement marks 'new dawn' in relations between the UK and its former colony.

Van Lienden said there was zero personal gain when he secured millions of face masks, words that have come to haunt him.

It will be the first time the two nations face off in the group stages of a major tournament.

Furious response comes after NATO leaders pledged to counter 'systemic challenges' Chinese policies pose.

Hundreds tested positive in 2019 after whistle-blower doctor uncovered scandal involving the reuse of needles in Sindh.

Polio workers targeted in three locations in Jalalabad city - the latest in a series of attacks against health workers.

Suicide bomber stood among recruits queueing outside the General Dhegobadan Military Camp when the blast happened.

Policy missteps, entrenched corruption and an over-reliance on oil have pushed the country's economy to the brink.

UNHCR chief says contingency plans be prepared for more displaced civilians amid fears of renewed violence.

Why are some people saying the election is already a done deal?

Court gives bail to Devangana Kalita, Natasha Narwal and Asif Iqbal Tanha, who were arrested under stringent terror law.

Thirty years ago, marital rape became a crime in the UK. This is the story of those who fought to make that happen.

Somalia's invitation to resume full diplomatic ties accepted by Kenya, marking a thaw in the often-tense ties.

Rights advocates say migrants who were forced to leave the mainland lack healthcare, education and food.

In an Instagram post, the Danish footballer says he will go through some tests in hospital but 'I feel okay'.

Israeli forces and settlers are targeting Palestinian protesters - and the medics trying to rescue them.

The British asset manager said the companies had made insufficient progress on addressing climate change risks.

Biden will balance a hard line with effort to re-engage with Moscow in first meeting between the leaders.

Argentinian playmaker frustrated after 1-1 draw with Chile; Paraguay go top of group A following victory over Bolivia.

Ship was accompanied by guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh and guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey in 'routine mission'.

Governments can just keep interest rates low and spending high to support virus-hit economies.

Rights group urges a probe into the UN sharing refugees' data with Bangladesh, which passed it on to Myanmar.

Spat about an Olympics map escalates as S Korea kicks off naval drills near disputed islands and leaders call off talks.

A deal to end or pause world's largest corporate trade war will help dozens of industries caught in tit-for-tat tariffs.

Murugappans to be moved to 'community detention' in Perth while youngest daughter battles deadly infection.

Symbolic vote expected later this week as lawmakers and Joe Biden seek to revise legal basis for US military action.

Ex-caretaker is first of seven to face questions about whether they contributed to football legend's death last year.

Beginning on May 3, Boeing gave out nearly $900,000 to political committees and candidates, according to FEC filings.

Leftist presidential contender Pedro Castillo widely expected to win, but official results not yet announced.

QAnon adherents may turn to violence as they struggle to face reality of Biden presidency, US intelligence report finds.

Leading industrialised nations promote 'democratic' alternative to China's infrastructure project

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh describes the planned march as 'a provocation of our people'.

J&J is now providing 24/7 oversight at the US facility, and third-party consultants have also been brought in to help.

After meeting US president, the Turkish leader says no Turkey-US issue cannot be resolved, despite months of animosity.

US President Joe Biden set a goal to administer at least one vaccine shot to 70 percent of Americans by July 4.