Farmland bigger than the Czech Republic is flooded. Fresh crops are delayed, supply chains disrupted. Now hunger looms. Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 09:05AM
Floods are tipping Pakistan into a food crisis
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 247
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 247th day, we take a look at the main developments.Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 08:07AM
Thirteen killed as Tropical Storm Nalgae approaches Philippines
Thousands evacuated, with Tropical Storm Nalgae expected to make landfall this weekend in the northern Philippines.Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 07:26AM
IMF cuts Asia’s economic forecasts as China’s slowdown bites
Financial agency cites rising interest rates as risk to region's economic growth.Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 05:52AM
Myanmar warns ASEAN that pressure for peace is counterproductive
Military-ruled Myanmar says it will not 'be bound' by outcome of meetings by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 04:43AM
Elon Musk takes over Twitter in $44bn deal
Tesla CEO’s purchase caps a six-month saga over the future of the social media giant. Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 02:36AM
World ‘holding breath’ over possible N Korea nuclear test: IAEA
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief says indications are that North Korea is preparing for a nuclear test.Story Published at: October 28, 2022 at 02:29AM
Amazon warns costs may eviscerate profits, shares crash
Amazon's efforts to boost revenues may not pay off as inflation and receding consumer demand bite into profits.Story Published at: October 27, 2022 at 10:44PM
Israel’s Benny Gantz relaunches defence ties with Turkey
Israeli defence minister heralds a new era in the country's security ties with Ankara after a decade-long rupture. Story Published at: October 27, 2022 at 09:08PM
Iraq’s parliament approves new government
After more than a year of political deadlock, Iraq will be ushering in a new government led by Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Story Published at: October 27, 2022 at 08:14PM