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Texas gunman warned of massacre on Facebook
The Texas gunman who murdered 19 children and two teachers warned in an online message that he was going to shoot up an elementary school minutes before his rampage, Governor Greg Abbott said on Wednesday, as harrowing details about the attack emerge
The Texas gunman who murdered 19 children and two teachers warned in an online message that he was going to shoot up an elementary school minutes before his rampage, Governor Greg Abbott said on Wednesday, as harrowing details about the attack emerge
Depp refutes Heard's claims as 'ludicrous, painful'
Actor Johnny Depp returned to the witness stand on Wednesday to refute his ex-wife Amber Heard's testimony in their multi-million dollar defamation battle, saying the abuse claims she leveled against him were "unimaginably brutal, cruel and false." T
Actor Johnny Depp returned to the witness stand on Wednesday to refute his ex-wife Amber Heard's testimony in their multi-million dollar defamation battle, saying the abuse claims she leveled against him were "unimaginably brutal, cruel and false." T
Yemen faces wheat supply shock
Yemen is searching for new wheat suppliers but will need help to pay for increasingly costly imports, an official and a main importer said. It comes as the World Food Programme warned of cuts to food aid for millions already living on the brink of fa
Yemen is searching for new wheat suppliers but will need help to pay for increasingly costly imports, an official and a main importer said. It comes as the World Food Programme warned of cuts to food aid for millions already living on the brink of fa
Johnson takes responsibility for lockdown parties
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he took full responsibility for a series of boozy parties at his Downing Street official residence during lockdowns, when COVID rules placed severe curbs on socializing outside the home. Lucy Fielder has more
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he took full responsibility for a series of boozy parties at his Downing Street official residence during lockdowns, when COVID rules placed severe curbs on socializing outside the home. Lucy Fielder has more
War crime victim's widow grapples with loss
Russian soldier Vadim Shishimarin was jailed for life this week for shooting dead Ukrainian Oleksandr Shelipov in the first war crimes trial arising from the invasion. With the trial is over, Shelipov's widow, Kateryna, is trying to come to terms wit
Russian soldier Vadim Shishimarin was jailed for life this week for shooting dead Ukrainian Oleksandr Shelipov in the first war crimes trial arising from the invasion. With the trial is over, Shelipov's widow, Kateryna, is trying to come to terms wit
Ghana startup changing African cancer research
Yemaachi Biotech, a Ghanaian cancer research and diagnostics startup, wants to expand the world's knowledge of how cancer affects people of African descent. Louisa Naks has more.
Yemaachi Biotech, a Ghanaian cancer research and diagnostics startup, wants to expand the world's knowledge of how cancer affects people of African descent. Louisa Naks has more.
North Korea fires missiles, as Biden leaves Asia
North Korea fired three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday, after U.S. President Joe Biden ended a trip to Asia.
North Korea fired three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday, after U.S. President Joe Biden ended a trip to Asia.
Tracking Chinese planes in Taiwan's sensitive skies
Radio enthusiast and former navy radar operator Robin Hsu spends his days monitoring Taiwanese airspace for Chinese incursions, publishing the air traffic recordings online for the public to hear.
Radio enthusiast and former navy radar operator Robin Hsu spends his days monitoring Taiwanese airspace for Chinese incursions, publishing the air traffic recordings online for the public to hear.
It's just sick: Biden's plea for gun control after mass shooting
US President Joe Biden has called for action after a shooting at a Texas primary school killed at least 18 children and three adults.
US President Joe Biden has called for action after a shooting at a Texas primary school killed at least 18 children and three adults.
Russia is 'using hunger and grain to wield power' -EU
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday called for talks with Moscow on unlocking wheat exports that are trapped in Ukraine as a result of a Russian sea blockade. This report produced by Tamara Lindstrom.
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday called for talks with Moscow on unlocking wheat exports that are trapped in Ukraine as a result of a Russian sea blockade. This report produced by Tamara Lindstrom.
Jailed Kremlin foe Navalny lambasts war in Ukraine
A Russian court on Tuesday (May 24) rejected an appeal from Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny against a nine-year prison sentence he is serving for fraud and contempt of court. This report produced by Ilan Rubens.
A Russian court on Tuesday (May 24) rejected an appeal from Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny against a nine-year prison sentence he is serving for fraud and contempt of court. This report produced by Ilan Rubens.
Monkeypox 'containable' with tracing, isolation -WHO
The outbreak of monkeypox cases outside of Africa can be contained, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, as more governments said they would launch limited vaccinations to combat rising infections of the virus. Lisa Bernhard produced this r
The outbreak of monkeypox cases outside of Africa can be contained, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, as more governments said they would launch limited vaccinations to combat rising infections of the virus. Lisa Bernhard produced this r
Palestinian-American student snubs Blinken at graduation ceremony
A Palestinian-American student snubs the hand of Blinken during her graduation ceremony from Georgetown University in DC
A Palestinian-American student snubs the hand of Blinken during her graduation ceremony from Georgetown University in DC
Migrants at U.S. border despair over asylum rule
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden said it would appeal the decision of a Louisiana judge that upended its plans to end a COVID-era health order blocking most asylum seekers and other migrants at the border with Mexico. This report produc
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden said it would appeal the decision of a Louisiana judge that upended its plans to end a COVID-era health order blocking most asylum seekers and other migrants at the border with Mexico. This report produc
Kharkiv metro to reopen as Donbas battle intensifies
Exactly three months after Russian forces invaded Ukraine, the metro system in the city of Kharkiv - where thousands of residents have been sheltering - was expected to reopen on Tuesday (May 24). Some of its inhabitants say it is too soon, as Russia
Exactly three months after Russian forces invaded Ukraine, the metro system in the city of Kharkiv - where thousands of residents have been sheltering - was expected to reopen on Tuesday (May 24). Some of its inhabitants say it is too soon, as Russia
What does the future of the Commonwealth look like?
As Queen Elizabeth celebrates her 70th year on the throne, there are questions about whether the Commonwealth of Nations, which she was instrumental in creating and remains one of her proudest achievements, has a future when her reign is over.
As Queen Elizabeth celebrates her 70th year on the throne, there are questions about whether the Commonwealth of Nations, which she was instrumental in creating and remains one of her proudest achievements, has a future when her reign is over.
Davos booster for $18 billion health fund
A global health fund has raised a third of the $18 billion it says is needed to reverse setbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic and combat AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis, with the latest boost coming from funding announced at this year's Davos me
A global health fund has raised a third of the $18 billion it says is needed to reverse setbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic and combat AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis, with the latest boost coming from funding announced at this year's Davos me
Quad countries share Ukraine concerns at talks
Leaders of the Quad grouping of countries, including India's Narendra Modi, shared concerns over the situation in Ukraine at their meeting in Tokyo, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday (May 24).
Leaders of the Quad grouping of countries, including India's Narendra Modi, shared concerns over the situation in Ukraine at their meeting in Tokyo, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday (May 24).
Fresh photos of UK PM drinking reignite 'Partygate'
New photographs of Prime Minister Boris Johnson drinking at a leaving party at his Downing Street residence have been published, reigniting opposition accusations that he breached his own COVID-19 lockdown rules.
New photographs of Prime Minister Boris Johnson drinking at a leaving party at his Downing Street residence have been published, reigniting opposition accusations that he breached his own COVID-19 lockdown rules.
Australian PM affirms commitment to Quad, climate action in Tokyo
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used his post-Quad speech to outline plans to deliver both continuity and change from the previous Morrison government.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used his post-Quad speech to outline plans to deliver both continuity and change from the previous Morrison government.
Mariupol's human toll: 'He was my only son'
Among makeshift wooden crosses and rows of freshly dug graves, a mother mourns a son killed in the brutal siege in the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol. Lisa Bernhard produced this report.
Among makeshift wooden crosses and rows of freshly dug graves, a mother mourns a son killed in the brutal siege in the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol. Lisa Bernhard produced this report.
Sanctions over Ukraine thwart Russians' travel plans
Russians are rethinking their summer travel plans abroad amid rising prices and fears of growing anti-Russian sentiment. This report produced by Jonah Green.
Russians are rethinking their summer travel plans abroad amid rising prices and fears of growing anti-Russian sentiment. This report produced by Jonah Green.
'Unifying force': Qatar Emir addresses hosting of FIFA World Cup
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, speaking about this year's FIFA Wo
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, speaking about this year's FIFA Wo
Russian soldier jailed for life for war crimes
A Ukrainian court sentenced a Russian soldier to life in prison on Monday (May 23) for killing an unarmed civilian in the first war crimes trial arising from Russia's invasion.
A Ukrainian court sentenced a Russian soldier to life in prison on Monday (May 23) for killing an unarmed civilian in the first war crimes trial arising from Russia's invasion.
Sri Lanka medicine shortage a death sentence - doctors
A shortage of medicine caused by an economic crisis in Sri Lanka could soon cause deaths, doctors said, as hospitals are forced to postpone life-saving procedures for their patients because they do not have the necessary drugs.
A shortage of medicine caused by an economic crisis in Sri Lanka could soon cause deaths, doctors said, as hospitals are forced to postpone life-saving procedures for their patients because they do not have the necessary drugs.
Biden willing to use force to defend Taiwan
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Monday (May 23) he would be willing to use force to defend Taiwan, capping a series of critical comments about China while in Asia that an aide said represented no change in U.S. policy toward the self-ruled island.
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Monday (May 23) he would be willing to use force to defend Taiwan, capping a series of critical comments about China while in Asia that an aide said represented no change in U.S. policy toward the self-ruled island.
Child dies hours after leaving Queensland hospital
A six-year-old boy has lost his life just hours after being discharged from a Queensland emergency room, leaving his parents searching for answers.
A six-year-old boy has lost his life just hours after being discharged from a Queensland emergency room, leaving his parents searching for answers.
Could Australia follow Spain by introducing national menstrual leave?
There's calls for more Australian businesses to offer menstrual leave, with Spain on track to become the first country in Europe to legislate for paid time away from work.
There's calls for more Australian businesses to offer menstrual leave, with Spain on track to become the first country in Europe to legislate for paid time away from work.
Australia's Albanese off to Quad after swearing in
Australia's Labor Party leader, Anthony Albanese, was sworn in as the country's 31st prime minister on Monday, promising a "journey of change" as he vowed to tackle climate change, rising living costs and inequality.
Australia's Labor Party leader, Anthony Albanese, was sworn in as the country's 31st prime minister on Monday, promising a "journey of change" as he vowed to tackle climate change, rising living costs and inequality.
Ukraine rejects concessions as Russians attack Donbas
Ukraine ruled out a ceasefire or any territorial concessions to Moscow as Russia stepped up its attack in the eastern and southern parts of the country, pounding the Donbas and Mykolaiv regions with air strikes and artillery fire. This report produce
Ukraine ruled out a ceasefire or any territorial concessions to Moscow as Russia stepped up its attack in the eastern and southern parts of the country, pounding the Donbas and Mykolaiv regions with air strikes and artillery fire. This report produce
Biden takes selfie with U.S. troops in South Korea
U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday (May 22) visited the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek, before departing for Japan. He was seen eating ice cream, taking a selfie with a U.S. soldier, and interacting with people at a bowling alley at the Osan Air Ba
U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday (May 22) visited the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek, before departing for Japan. He was seen eating ice cream, taking a selfie with a U.S. soldier, and interacting with people at a bowling alley at the Osan Air Ba