'No one feels safe': The Taliban promised to provide security to Afghans. New data shows threat from ISIS is growing
Amid warnings from the United States that Afghanistan is becoming a staging ground for attacks on the West, new open-source data reveals the growing threat ISIS poses to civilians inside the country.
2023-05-19 15:52
China's economy is growing again. So why are investors getting out?
Until a few weeks ago, Chinese shares were among the best-performing in the world over the previous six months as investors bet on the country's economic recovery after the lifting of pandemic restrictions.
2023-05-19 15:49
G7 leaders gather on China's doorstep to seek unified response to Beijing's threat
As leaders of seven of the world's most powerful democracies gather in Japan on Friday, it will be the authoritarian powers of China and Russia that dominate the agenda.
2023-05-19 12:16
Myanmar junta travel restrictions are holding up vital aid to cyclone-hit communities
Myanmar's military junta is holding up humanitarian access to some cyclone-hit communities in western Rakhine state after Cyclone Mocha devastated the lives and livelihoods of millions of people in the poorest parts of the country.
2023-05-19 08:45
Real Madrid dethroned as 'Kings of Europe' as the club looks to usher in new generation of stars
Even before the full-time whistle blew in Manchester City's 4-0 mauling in the Champions League semifinal Wednesday, Real Madrid players looked to have accepted their fate.
2023-05-19 07:52
Man arrested after ramming car through Vatican gates
A man was arrested after driving through a Vatican gateway on Thursday evening, according to a statement from the Vatican Press Room, as reported by Vatican News.
2023-05-19 07:45
Chinese commerce minister to meet US counterpart in Washington next week
China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao will meet both US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and US Trade Representative Katherine Tai next week, the Chinese Embassy said Thursday, as the United States and China try to recalibrate strained relations.
2023-05-19 07:29
Russian scientists criticize arrest of 'brilliant' hypersonic researchers on suspicion of treason
The arrest of three Russian scientists on suspicion of treason has been criticized by members of a Russian scientific institute, who warn the move has created a chilling effect in the community.
2023-05-19 04:27
Contentious Flag March attracts thousands of Israelis to Jerusalem's Old City
Thousands of Israelis waving Star of David flags streamed into the Old City of Jerusalem Thursday, as part of a contentious march taking place at a time of high tensions in the region.
2023-05-19 01:24
Joel Dahmen gives golf fan $100 to buy beers after hitting him with errant ball at PGA Championship
One golf fan has found an unusual way to bypass having to pay for beers at the PGA Championship this week -- take a Joel Dahmen tee shot to the leg.
2023-05-19 01:18
Judge upholds NDA arbitration clause in Tiger Woods dispute with ex-girlfriend
A Florida judge has blocked an attempt by the ex-girlfriend of professional golfer Tiger Woods to nullify a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that would require her to arbitrate complaints she has filed against the golfer.
2023-05-18 21:21
'A battle we all have to fight': Sting warns against AI songs
British musician Sting has become the latest artist to voice concern over Artificial Intelligence (AI), saying we should be "wary" of the technology and that it will be a "battle we all have to fight."
2023-05-18 20:53