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‘Before, the land sustained us’: Who benefits from Guinea’s bauxite wealth?
The country has vast reserves of the ore, a source material for aluminium. But citizens still languish in poverty.
Colombia’s outsider candidate defied the polls
Far-right outsider, Abelardo de la Espriella, will face leftist senator, Ivan Cepeda on June 21.
Donated milk reaches Cuba amid deepening shortages
Cuba has begun distributing donated powdered milk from Mexico and Uruguay as the island faces severe shortages.
Iran war live: US-Iran ceasefire ‘being tested’ on multiple fronts
Trump says he is close to a 'very good deal' with Iran as US media report he is pushing for tougher terms.
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Iran war live: US bombs Qeshm, Goruk; Kuwait reports missile, drone attacks
France requests UN Security Council meeting over Israel's invasion of Lebanon, as Iran says talks with US continue.
Iran war live: Israel’s expanding invasion of Lebanon draws global alarm
France requests UN Security Council meeting over Israel's expanding invasion in Lebanon.
Cepeda, de la Espriella advance in Colombia’s presidential election
The left-wing senator and far-right newcomer will face each other in a runoff on June 21, with security a top issue.
Nicaragua confirms death in custody of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera
Rivera spent nearly three years in detention, cut off from the outside world, leading advocates to fear for his welfare.
Can AI cure loneliness? South Korea’s robot companions for seniors
South Korea is using AI-powered companion dolls to help tackle loneliness in its ageing population
New Jersey orders curfew after immigration protests escalate
New Jersey orders curfew after immigration protests escalate.
Ethiopia to vote in first elections since Tigray peace deal
Four years after the formal end of Ethiopia's Tigray war, Ethiopians will be voting in general elections.
Kohli powers Bengaluru to ‘stuff of dreams’ back-to-back IPL titles
Having never previously won the Indian Premier League, Virat Kohli seals consecutive titles as Gujarat Titansn defeated.
As Ethiopia votes, its deepening human rights crisis must be addressed
Continuing internal conflicts and deepening repression are casting a long shadow over the general election.
Ethiopia’s election is about affirming national commitment to democracy
A national vote alone can't address all challenges in the country, but it can be a step toward democratic consolidation.
Newark mayor imposes curfew at Delaney Hall immigration detention centre
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has called for the establishment of protest zones to minimise clashes with police.
What’s at stake in Ethiopia’s elections?
Ethiopia's governing party is seeking to cement its grip on power amid a fragmented electorate.
Explosives store blast kills dozens in Myanmar village
Explosives store blast kills dozens in Myanmar village.
Building collapses in New Delhi, some people rescued, more feared trapped
Nine people have reportedly been rescued from the rubble of a collapsed five-storey building in New Delhi, India.
US measure to deepen Israel military cooperation faces bipartisan pushback
Democrat Ro Khanna and Republican Thomas Massie say they will try to remove the pro-Israel section from US defence bill.
US Congress moves to deepen military ties with Israel: Why it matters
Analysts say the plan would weave Israeli military interests more deeply into the fabric of US national security policy.
The largest Israeli advance into Lebanon in years
Israel’s military presence in southern Lebanon has expanded dramatically.
Polls open in Colombia’s pivotal presidential election
Colombians headed to the polls to choose a new president in a high-stakes election.
Dozens killed in explosives depot blast in northeast Myanmar
At least 46 people have been killed and 70 wounded in explosion in rebel-held area, local media report.
Dozens killed in blast at explosives depot in northeastern Myanmar
At least 46 people have been killed and 70 wounded in explosion in rebel-held area, local media report.
The Bazaar of Return in Aida Refugee Camp
The Bazaar of Return in Aida Refugee Camp
Ethiopia’s election: Parties, coalitions and candidates explained
Over 50 million Ethiopians are registered to vote, with youth and women forming a significant share of the electorate.
Iran restores some gas production at South Pars facility
Production restored at three offshore platforms after Israeli attacks, Pars Oil and Gas Company CEO tells Iranian media.
Iran says some gas production restored at South Pars facility
Production restored at three offshore platforms after Israeli attacks, Pars Oil and Gas Company CEO tells Iranian media.
Colombians head to the polls to choose President Gustavo Petro’s successor
The contest is largely a three-horse race between a left-wing senator, a businessman and a right-wing lawmaker.