Drug-resistant malaria gaining foothold in Africa: Study on 2021-04-15 14:57 (#5GMK3) The continent accounted for more than 90 percent of malaria deaths in 2019.
Europe has surpassed one million COVID-19 deaths: WHO on 2021-04-15 14:57 (#5GMK4) UN health agency warns of a 'serious' situation in the region as infections soar to record levels in some nations.
Patchy deliveries, limited access disrupt jab drive across Africa on 2021-04-15 14:54 (#5GMK5) Africa CDC says countries' COVID-19 inoculation plans are in disarray as vaccine deliveries are scarce and unreliable.
Boom! US retail sales spike, jobless claims drop to one-year low on 2021-04-15 14:51 (#5GMK6) Americans receiving a fresh round of pandemic relief cheques and COVID vaccines injected big pep in the economy's step.
UK legislation to curb torture prosecutions must be stopped on 2021-04-15 13:57 (#5GMFC) The British government's proposed Overseas Operations Bill is a punch in the gut for torture survivors.
US imposes new sanctions on Russia, expels diplomats on 2021-04-15 13:51 (#5GMFD) The actions are, in part, a response to SolarWinds hack and alleged Russian attempts to meddle in the 2020 elections.
‘Amtrak Joe’: Will Biden’s infrastructure plan revive railroads? on 2021-04-15 13:43 (#5GMFE) Biden wants the US to go big with train investment, even if ‘high-speed rail’ does not appear in his proposal.
Defunding police: An idea most Democrats don’t want to talk about on 2021-04-15 13:34 (#5GMFF) It became a political flashpoint last year; now, Democratic leaders refuse to entertain the notion.
Russia ‘threatening Ukraine with destruction’, Kyiv says on 2021-04-15 12:51 (#5GMBN) Foreign minister's comments come as his counterparts from the Baltic nations visit Kyiv in a show of solidarity.
Top Ethiopia health official alleges ‘sexual slavery’ in Tigray on 2021-04-15 12:40 (#5GMBP) Eleven women tell Reuters they were raped by soldiers as a top Ethiopian official has made a sexual slavery accusation.
Iran nuclear talks: What you need to know on 2021-04-15 12:18 (#5GM8K) Iran says it is willing to return to full compliance with the deal if the US first drops sanctions imposed under Trump.
Integrate, don’t close, Africa’s largest refugee camps on 2021-04-15 12:17 (#5GM8M) The forced closure of the Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps would be a humanitarian and cultural catastrophe.
Can Biden change US attitudes towards migrants and immigration? on 2021-04-15 12:14 (#5GM8N) After years of anti-migrant rhetoric and strict border controls, Biden promises a more immigration-friendly policy.
Deadly car bomb rocks Iraq’s Sadr City: Police on 2021-04-15 12:12 (#5GM8P) Police and medical sources say at least four people killed and 17 others injured in the blast in Baghdad neighbourhood.
Tunisians risking their lives to escape Italy’s quarantine boats on 2021-04-15 12:00 (#5GM8Q) Tunisian migrants and asylum seekers being held on boats off the coast of Italy have drowned or attempted suicide.
Turkey reports its highest daily COVID cases, deaths on 2021-04-15 11:48 (#5GM8R) More than 62,000 cases reported on Wednesday, taking the country's tally past four million since start of pandemic.
Top US envoy Blinken in Afghanistan for troop withdrawal talks on 2021-04-15 11:25 (#5GM6K) US Secretary of State makes unannounced visit to brief officials on Biden's plan to withdraw US troops by September 11.
Somalia condemns ‘threats’ from foreign allies on 2021-04-15 11:24 (#5GM6M) President Abdullahi aiming to extend his time in office despite the threat of sanctions by western powers.
In Spain, a fourth wave of COVID-19 is taking hold on 2021-04-15 11:05 (#5GM6N) Infection rates are rising across the country as the race to roll out vaccines is challenged by delays.
How Harvard degrees paved the way to world’s biggest SPAC deal on 2021-04-15 10:36 (#5GM6P) Special purpose acquisition company merger that is taking Singapore's Grab public underscores importance of connections.
France tells citizens to leave Pakistan ‘due to serious threats’ on 2021-04-15 10:10 (#5GM4F) Amid violent protests by an anti-France far-right party, Paris calls on its citizens and French companies to leave.
What do protests in Georgia and Armenia tell us about democracy? on 2021-04-15 10:04 (#5GM4G) The Georgian and Armenian political crises show the pitfalls of two very different democratic transitions.
Global chip shortage to last into 2022: Semiconductor giant TSMC on 2021-04-15 09:58 (#5GM4H) World's largest contract chipmaker says it is expanding capacity to keep prices reasonable.
As Japan’s Suga meets Biden, China is the elephant in the room on 2021-04-15 09:56 (#5GM4J) US president’s first in-person summit with a foreign leader expected to focus on Uighur issue and advanced technology.
Japan: Olympics could still be cancelled over COVID fears on 2021-04-15 09:39 (#5GM4K) Japan's ruling party official says Olympics must be cancelled 'without hesitation' if coronavirus situation too severe.
US cancels warships deployment to Black Sea: Turkish officials on 2021-04-15 09:35 (#5GM4M) Turkey said last week the US will send two warships to the Black Sea, a decision Russia called unfriendly provocation.
Pakistan’s Water Crisis on 2021-04-15 09:27 (#5GM4N) We go undercover to meet the water thieves of Karachi and reveal how climate change is leaving Pakistan dry.
UAE is mediating between India and Pakistan, says senior diplomat on 2021-04-15 09:24 (#5GM2D) Envoy to US confirms the UAE is mediating between the two rivals to help them reach a 'healthy relationship'.
Turkish delegation to visit Egypt for ‘normalisation’ talks on 2021-04-15 09:09 (#5GM2E) The visit in May will be followed by a meeting between the Egyptian and Turkish foreign ministers, says Turkish FM.
Iraq’s Erbil airport targeted by explosives-laden drone on 2021-04-15 08:12 (#5GM0J) Attack targeted military section of the airport where US-led international coalition forces are deployed.
Casualties reported as Myanmar forces fire at Mandalay protesters on 2021-04-15 07:49 (#5GM0K) Medical workers at the forefront of the campaign against the coup lead protests on the third day of country's New Year.
Russian envoy says ‘there is no famine’ in North Korea on 2021-04-15 07:49 (#5GM0M) Ambassador's comments come days after Kim Jong Un said North Korea was facing its 'worst-ever situation'.
Houthis say they attacked Aramco, Patriot targets in Saudi Arabia on 2021-04-15 07:40 (#5GM0N) Yemeni group claims it attacked Aramco oil facility and Patriot anti-missile system, but no confirmation from Riyadh.
The Chinese gymnastics school training children for Olympic glory on 2021-04-15 07:20 (#5GKYZ) China has attracted legions of critics but has also made it one of the most successful Olympic nations.
Is France legalising Islamophobia? on 2021-04-15 07:00 (#5GKZ0) New “anti-separatism” legislation further restricts how Muslims practice their faith.
Hong Kong marks first ‘National Security Education Day’ on 2021-04-15 06:04 (#5GKY2) Parades, quizzes and exhibitions as Hong Kong promotes the controversial Beijing imposed national security law.
India records over 200,000 new COVID cases for the first time on 2021-04-15 05:29 (#5GKY3) India reports 200,739 cases over last 24 hours as states scramble to control virus and hospitals run out of capacity.
Taiwan says China’s activities threaten regional stability on 2021-04-15 05:03 (#5GKWG) President Tsai told a visiting US delegation Taipei was willing to work with the US to counter 'provocations'.
COVID variant pushes Cambodia to brink of ‘national tragedy’ on 2021-04-15 04:37 (#5GKWH) The Southeast Asian nation is battling a surge in COVID variant cases traced back to a quarantine breach.
India, Pakistan held secret talks on Kashmir in January: Reuters on 2021-04-15 04:03 (#5GKV1) Top intelligence officers from the two nations met in Dubai in bid to calm tension over disputed region, report says.
US vice president to visit Mexico, Guatemala for migration talks on 2021-04-15 03:37 (#5GKV2) Guatemalan leader says his government expects to reach agreements over migration with Vice President Kamala Harris.
Is China really about to invade Taiwan? on 2021-04-14 23:59 (#5GKQ9) Analysts say US military's warnings of rising threat reflect deterioration in US-China ties rather than any real change.
Former world leaders urge Biden to waive COVID vaccine patents on 2021-04-14 23:28 (#5GKQA) More than 170 former world leaders and Nobel laureates say waiver key to ramp up global vaccine production.
Brazil Senate investigating Bolsonaro’s handling of COVID-19 on 2021-04-14 21:47 (#5GKM4) Far-right President Jair Bolsonaro continues to downplay the coronavirus, despite still surging infections and deaths.
Pricey pixel: Digital artist Pak’s NFTs auctioned off for $16.8M on 2021-04-14 21:36 (#5GKM5) The Pixel, an image of a single pixel, fetched $1.36m after a 90-minute bidding war in the Southeby's auction.
Walmart to create 100,000 full-time US roles in retention push on 2021-04-14 21:33 (#5GKM6) The move could help Walmart hold onto staffers amid accelerating vaccinations and easing restrictions.
Powell defends Fed’s increasing focus on climate change threats on 2021-04-14 21:26 (#5GKHR) The Fed has recently taken steps to incorporate risks from climate change into its oversight of the US financial system.
‘Enlarged heart’, not knee, caused Floyd’s death: Defence expert on 2021-04-14 20:48 (#5GKHS) Pathologist claims George Floyd's heart was cause of death as Derek Chauvin's defence attempts to plant doubt.
US stocks end mixed despite stellar bank earnings on 2021-04-14 19:53 (#5GKFR) Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo all unveiled first-quarter earnings that surpassed analysts’ forecasts.
Eritrean troops open fire in Tigray’s Adwa, kill 3: Rights group on 2021-04-14 19:48 (#5GKFS) Amnesty international says 'unprovoked attack' against civilians also left at least 19 people wounded.