
Student in Mauritania charged with blasphemy over exam paper
The young woman could face the death penalty if found guilty by a court in Mauritania.
2023-07-28 02:16

Biden announces measures to tackle extreme heat
Multiple major US cities are under heat advisories which are expected to extend into the weekend.
2023-07-28 01:53

Trump lawyers meet federal prosecutors in election probe
Speculation mounts that Mr Trump will soon be charged over efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.
2023-07-28 01:47

US core capital goods orders unexpectedly rise in June
WASHINGTON New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods unexpectedly rose in June, suggesting business spending on equipment could
2023-07-28 00:57

Sweden's Quran burnings put freedom of expression law to test
The security service says Sweden's image has been harmed abroad and security at home has worsened.
2023-07-27 22:19

US economy beats expectations with spring surge
The world's largest economy expanded at an annual rate of 2.4% in the three months to June.
2023-07-27 21:45

Second youth arrested after Dublin tourist assault
US tourist Stephen Termini is believed to have been kicked and beaten in Dublin city centre.
2023-07-27 16:57

Travis Scott insists Utopia gig at Egypt's pyramids will happen
The rapper's spectacular show at the Egyptian landmark is officially cancelled at the last minute.
2023-07-27 16:50

Han Kuang: Taiwan practices to repel a Chinese invasion
Taiwan has learned from Russia's invasion of Ukraine and is moving to fortify vulnerable points.
2023-07-27 16:30

Singapore to execute first woman on drugs charge for the first time in 20 years
Sir Richard Branson and activists have called on authorities to spare Saridewi Djamani.
2023-07-27 13:53

North Korea: Kim Jong Un shows off missiles to Russia defence chief Shoigu
Russia's defence minister Sergei Shoigu praised N Korea’s military as the “most powerful” in the world.
2023-07-27 13:52

Ukrainian host family in Somerset forge 'life-long friendship'
A couple share their hosting experience as part of an appeal for new host families to come forward.
2023-07-27 13:19