South Korea announces end to controversial bear bile farming
South Korea has announced it’s ending bear bile farming over animal cruelty concerns.
Bitter recriminations between Russia, Ukraine as war eclipses peace push
Bitter recriminations between Russia, Ukraine as war eclipses peace push Kremlin says alleged drone attack on presidential residence – called a fabrication by Kyiv – will affect peace talks. Video…
China’s drill around Taiwan shows it will “always respond forcefully”
“China would not be happy with anyone trying to help Taiwan strengthen its defences.”
Thailand delays release of Cambodian troops over alleged truce breaches
Thailand delays release of Cambodian troops over alleged truce breaches While the ceasefire has held since Saturday, Thailand says Cambodia violated the deal with drone flights over the border. A…
Displaced Palestinians lose shelters as heavy rain floods camp
Heavy rain has flooded displacement camps in Gaza, submerging tents and the belongings of families in mud and water.
LIVE: Uganda vs Nigeria – AFCON 2025
Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as Uganda seek to upset Nigeria to reach last 16.
What is Lebanon’s ‘gap law’ that attempts to end the financial crisis?
What is Lebanon’s ‘gap law’ that attempts to end the financial crisis? A photograph released by the Lebanese government press office on December 19, 2025 shows Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf…
The Ukrainian man fighting Russian ‘lies’ with his front-line newspaper
A newspaper on Russia’s radar Before delivering news along the shattered roads of northeastern Ukraine, Vassyl spent years reporting from Zolochiv. He wrote poetry when he was a teenager, studied…
How are China’s new war games around Taiwan different from earlier drills?
EXPLAINER How are China’s new war games around Taiwan different from earlier drills? China’s military exercises cover more area than ever before and simulate a blockade of key Taiwanese ports.…
Israeli strikes on Gaza are relentless as displaced endure flooded camps
Israeli strikes on Gaza are relentless as displaced endure flooded camps Israeli attacks, violating a ceasefire agreement, are reported across Gaza, as Palestinian misery compounded by rains. Workers drain floodwaters…