As India enters the second half of its giant election, wealth distribution has emerged as a central campaign flashpoint.Story Published at: May 08, 2024 at 04:19AM
A new election debate: Should India take from the rich, give to the poor?
‘Bleak milestone’: UN says 3 million forced to flee in Myanmar conflict
United Nations says the number displaced has jumped by 50 percent in last six months as fighting has intensified.Story Published at: May 08, 2024 at 03:04AM
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 804
As the war enters its 804th day, these are the main developments.Story Published at: May 08, 2024 at 01:40AM
TikTok owner ByteDance files lawsuit against US law forcing app’s sale
In April, President Joe Biden signed a law giving ByteDance nine months to sell US operations over security concerns.Story Published at: May 08, 2024 at 12:27AM
‘Desperate’ rescues under way as Brazil floods kill 90, displace thousands
Thousands in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state lack water and electricity as floodwaters inundate entire towns.Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 10:15PM
US plays down Rafah assault, says it will push for Gaza ceasefire deal
Biden administration says Israel has 'legitimate goal' in seizing Rafah crossing but calls for reopening the border.Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 09:06PM
‘The goal is to destroy Gaza’: Why Israel rejects a ceasefire with Hamas
Israel has rejected a ceasefire and launched an operation in Rafah, raising fears that the war in Gaza could drag on. Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 09:05PM
What does Russian president’s fifth term mean for the world?
Vladimir Putin is firmly in power at home while facing a West hostile over Russia's war on Ukraine.Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 08:20PM
John Swinney elected as new Scotland leader
Swinney replaces Humza Yousaf, who formally resigned on Tuesday after just over a year in office. Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 07:41PM
Stormy Daniels testifies during day 13 of Trump’s New York hush money trial
As Daniels testified about her alleged affair with Trump, defence lawyers pushed to declare a mistrial in the case.Story Published at: May 07, 2024 at 07:40PM