The country's debt burden is considered 'unsustainable' leading the lender to seek assurances from creditors.Story Published at: August 22, 2022 at 04:34AM
IMF says it needs assurances from Sri Lanka’s creditors
Vietnam says homosexuality ‘not a disease’ in win for gay rights
Announcement from Health Ministry also bans conversion therapy but lacks enforcement powers.Story Published at: August 22, 2022 at 01:10AM
Western leaders urge ‘restraint’ around Ukraine nuclear plant
A 'quick visit' to the shelled Zaporizhzhia nuclear site is needed by independent inspectors, leaders say.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 08:51PM
Leaders of US, UK, France, Germany discuss Iran nuclear deal
Talks come as world powers await Iran's response to what the European Union calls its 'final' proposal.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 08:10PM
At least 16 dead after truck collision in Russia
Three people also injured after a truck slammed into a stationary minibus in Russia's Ulyanovsk region.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 05:37PM
Albania investigates Russian and Ukraine intruders at army base
Two Russians and a Ukrainian who tried to enter a military facility and take photos are now 'suspected of espionage'.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 04:52PM
Pakistan regulator bans live telecast of Imran Khan’s speeches
The former prime minister has been holding a series of rallies to protest arrest of his ex-chief of staff, alleged bias.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 01:46PM
Leader of failed 2005 Peruvian uprising released from prison
Antauro Humala's release follows surprise reduction of 19-year sentence, and his lawyer hints at a political return.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 10:13AM
Somali group al-Shabab targets Mogadishu hotel in daring attack
At least 13 killed as Somali forces ended a siege at Mogadishu hotel after a 30-hours gunfight with al-Shabab fighters.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 09:55AM
The deadly virus Nigerians fear more than COVID-19: Lassa fever
Inside a Nigerian hospital ward treating Lassa, a virus that infects 100,000 – 300,000 people in West Africa every year.Story Published at: August 21, 2022 at 09:11AM