Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more
Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential.
2023-09-02 06:25
Russia labels editor and Nobel winner Dmitry Muratov 'foreign agent'
Dmitry Muratov's Novaya Gazeta daily lost its licence in Russia and now he is labelled a "foreign agent".
2023-09-02 05:51
Mitch McConnell: From polio victim to political titan
The Kentucky senator has been behind many of his party's most consequential moments in Washington.
2023-09-02 03:29
Proud Boy Dominic Pezzola who stormed US Capitol jailed for 10 years
Dominic Pezzola smashed a window at Congress during a raid the judge brands "a national disgrace".
2023-09-02 02:21
Tennessee woman sets record for world's longest mullet
Tami Manis, who sports a mullet that is 5ft 8in, says her hair was inspired by a 1980s music video.
2023-09-02 02:17
Ukraine war: US sees 'notable progress' by Ukraine army in south
The US praise comes as Kyiv admits the fighting against strong Russian defensive lines is tough.
2023-09-02 01:22
Gabon country profile
Provides an overview of Gabon, including key dates and facts about this west African country.
2023-09-01 23:56
Nikki Haley calls for 'mental competency tests' for aging US leaders
The White House hopeful says "you have to know when to leave" when asked about a Senate leader's lapses.
2023-09-01 23:50
Germany prosecutes ex-Nazi camp guard aged 98
A man is accused of complicity in the murder of thousands of Sachsenhausen concentration camp inmates.
2023-09-01 22:23
Samuel Newey: British volunteer killed in Ukraine a 'selfless warrior'
The family of Samuel Newey says they have been left devastated and heartbroken by his death.
2023-09-01 21:24
Thaksin: Former Thai PM's prison sentence reduced to a year
After years in exile, Mr Thaksin returned home in August and was jailed for graft and abuse of power.
2023-09-01 18:56
Johannesburg fire: Fresh search for victims in South Africa
The fire service wants to be sure that no bodies are left behind from the blaze that killed 74 people.
2023-09-01 18:53