Ukraine war: Russia holds local elections in occupied Ukraine
Many taking part in early polling have been asked to vote in the presence of armed Russian soldiers.
2023-09-08 18:20
Rishi Sunak makes 'historic' G20 visit to India
He is the first British prime minister of Indian heritage to visit the country.
2023-09-08 18:15
White House completes $50 million revamp of high-security Situation Room
The White House Situation Room, the high-security complex beneath the West Wing where presidents watch history unfold and receive top-secret intelligence, has undergone a much-needed makeover for the first time in 15 years.
2023-09-08 17:59
Police searching for escaped Pennsylvania killer focus again on botanical gardens, which is now closed as they dig for clues
Authorities looking for a convicted killer who escaped last week from an eastern Pennsylvania prison again scoured nearby botanical gardens Thursday evening -- forcing guests to leave -- after investigators indicated he may have been seen there for the second day this week.
2023-09-08 16:29
Dozens of civilians among 64 killed in attacks in Mali
Two separate attacks by suspected al-Qaeda-linked militants in restive northeastern Mali Thursday killed 64 people including dozens of civilians, the country's transitional government said.
2023-09-08 16:20
Hurricane Lee strengthens to Category 5 storm in Atlantic as East Coast impact still uncertain
Hurricane Lee has strengthened into a major Category 5 storm, packing maximum sustained wind speeds of 160 mph as it spins over the Atlantic well east of the Caribbean, the National Hurricane Center said in an 11 p.m. ET advisory Thursday.
2023-09-08 15:55
Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon apologises over 'toxic' workplace claims
The NBC's Tonight Show host has been accused by staff who blame him for a "toxic" atmosphere.
2023-09-08 14:58
Hong Kong and southern China battles widespread flooding from record rains
Locals are advised to stay home as record rainfall turns city streets into raging rivers.
2023-09-08 14:25
Singapore Asks Banks to Probe Ties With Laundering Suspects
Singapore’s central bank has directed financial institutions to review any relationships with individuals tied to a money laundering
2023-09-08 14:23
Philippines, Australia Boost Defense Ties in Rare State Trip
The Philippines and Australia boosted defense and diplomatic ties as both countries called for respect of international law
2023-09-08 14:17
Yellen Confident on Ukraine-Aid Support, Upbeat on World Growth
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen pledged more US financial assistance for Ukraine, saying she’s confident the effort will win
2023-09-08 13:59
Johnny Kitagawa: J-pop agency's new boss Higashiyama also faces abuse allegations
Noriyuki Higashiyama said he could not recall if he had sexually assaulted juniors at the boyband agency.
2023-09-08 12:21