
George Orwell's 1984 returned to Portland library after 65 years
Man returns George Orwell's dystopian novel to library decades late because of its relevance today.
2023-06-16 18:54

Finns Party: Far-right set for key role in new Finnish coalition
The Finns Party agree to enter a four-party coalition but will seek drastic cuts to immigration.
2023-06-16 17:25

Suga: BTS star makes rare reference to China's unofficial K-pop ban
When asked by fans if he would expand his tour, Suga said Korean artists 'can't perform in China'.
2023-06-16 16:54

Bill Gates meets Xi Jinping as US-China tensions simmer
The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile US business leader to visit China in recent months.
2023-06-16 15:55

Australian Senator David Van denies third sexual misconduct claim
David Van faces calls to quit parliament after allegations of inappropriate touching.
2023-06-16 14:47

Cyclone Biparjoy: At least two people dead after storm hits India
Dozens more have been injured after the large storm made landfall along the India-Pakistan coastline.
2023-06-16 12:46

Maharashtra: The Indians taking on a giant Saudi-backed refinery
Thousands of villagers are protesting plans for the world's largest refinery in Maharashtra.
2023-06-16 12:22

Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move
The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.
2023-06-16 12:16

Why South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is leading Ukraine peace mission
South Africa's president is spearheading the mediation effort at a time when he is under US pressure.
2023-06-16 10:47

Deadly tornado rips through Perryton, Texas, amid US storm
The mayor of Perryton, near the Oklahoma border, says an unknown number of people have died.
2023-06-16 10:17

What are junk fees and how might Biden tackle them?
The president says airlines, banks, hotels and concert vendors are playing Americans "for suckers".
2023-06-16 09:46

Kedarnath: 'I sat on a tree for days amid deadly floods'
Ten years after devastating floods ravaged India's Uttarakhand state, a survivor looks back.
2023-06-16 09:28