The killing of al-Qaeda leader in Kabul will add to mistrust between Taliban and the West prolonging group's isolation.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:38AM
As West puts Taliban on hold, Kabul eyes future in China, Russia
China conducts military drills near Taiwan as US lawmakers visit
The trip by US lawmakers followed by the US House speaker's visit has infuriated China, which considers it provocation.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:25AM
Photos: The 20 years of Cristiano Ronaldo’s professional career
A journey through Ronaldo's career, from a teenager at Sporting Lisbon to one of the world's best footballers.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:15AM
A letter to … a child born the day the Taliban retook Afghanistan
A Hazara mother writes to the son she gave birth to in Kabul on August 15, 2021, reflecting on what has been lost.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 09:17AM
Ecuador blames organised crime for deadly blast in Guayaquil
President Guillermo Lasso declares a state of emergency in the country's second-largest city of Guayaquil.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 09:07AM
‘Like Wildfire’: COVID cases skyrocket on Marshall Islands
Authorities in Marshall Islands declare health disaster as COVID-19 cases surge in Pacific nation's capital, Majuro.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 09:03AM
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 173
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 173rd day, we take a look at the main developments.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 08:23AM
As India turns 75, there is little to celebrate
On its milestone birthday, the country is faltering on several fronts.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 07:09AM
Sri Lankans make crypto Ponzi scam claims
Many Sri Lankans allege they have been duped by a fake crypto investment scheme which has swindled millions of rupees.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 06:46AM
Thailand economy grows at fastest pace in year on tourism rebound
Southeast Asian nation's economy grows 2.5 percent in June quarter following the easing of pandemic curbs. Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 06:36AM