‘Priceless’ jewels stolen from France’s Louvre Museum in four-minute heist
‘Priceless’ jewels stolen from France’s Louvre Museum in four-minute heist The world’s most-visited museum will remain closed for the day for ‘exceptional reasons’. Machinery believed to have been used by…
South Korea arrests North Korean soldier for crossing fortified border
South Korea arrests North Korean soldier for crossing fortified border The incident is the first alleged defection of a North Korean soldier in more than a year. A North Korean…
Israel sending gangs, militias to “wreak havoc” in Gaza
Mouin Rabbani talks about the violence in Gaza since the truce began and how he believes it’s being fuelled by Israel.
In Gaza, Palestinians reclaim small moments of dignity amid the ceasefire
REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK In Gaza, Palestinians reclaim small moments of dignity amid the ceasefire Although haunted by loss and uncertainty, Palestinians find relief in wedding celebrations and cups of coffee. Al…
The Pakistani families caught in an endless cycle of blood transfusions
The Pakistani families caught in an endless cycle of blood transfusions Many born with the genetic disorder thalassaemia major will die before they turn 10. Donated blood can help keep…
Video: Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after Doha talks
Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban government have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, mediated by Qatar and Turkiye.
Iconic Bollywood romance marks 30 years of nonstop run at Mumbai theatre
Iconic Bollywood romance marks 30 years of nonstop run at Mumbai theatre The Indian city’s Maratha Mandir has been holding daily screenings of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge since it released…
Pakistan launches its first hyperspectral satellite
Pakistan launches its first hyperspectral satellite The technology is expected to boost capacity in environmental monitoring, urban planning and disaster management. People watch a screen displaying the launch of Pakistan’s…
Crisis-hit Bolivia to vote in run-off election, ending decades of socialism
Crisis-hit Bolivia to vote in run-off election, ending decades of socialism The vote marks a decisive rejection of the socialist government and a likely foreign policy shift closer to the…
Week in Pictures: From death of ex-Kenyan PM to Gaza ceasefire
In Pictures Week in Pictures: From death of ex-Kenyan PM to Gaza ceasefire A global roundup of some of last week’s events. Mourners react in grief while attending the state…