Russia’s invasion ‘a clear violation of UN charter and other international laws’, Tokyo says.

Steep rise driven by sharp climb in electricity and gas prices, statistics body says.

All eyes on swing state of Pennsylvania in US primaries.

New passenger vehicle registrations drop by 20.6% in April.

Data show increased spending by Americans in April.

US investigators say cockpit input sent plane into nosedive.

Disagreements over costly subsidies linger as officials seek initial US$1 billion.

Beijing changes tack on industry it suppressed.

Number of known infections crosses 1.7 million.

Probe set to leave legacy of data to be gleaned by scientists for years to come.

AI to ensure longevity of vital pollinators.

265 were taken into Russian captivity, including 51 who were heavily wounded, says Moscow.

Wynn Resorts funder allegedly acted on behalf of Beijing in 2017 when he met with president Donald Trump in 2017.

Washington to place restrictions on chief prosecutor for ‘significant corruption’.

Unidentified aerial phenomena are a potential national security threat, says panel chair.

Social medial giant insists deal push though without delay.

Contaminated air causes heart disease, cancer, respiratory problems, diarrhoea and other serious illnesses.  

Country logs only 32 Covid cases in May.

Ahmed Idris accused of raking off funds through bogus consultancies and other illegal activities using proxies, family members and close associates.

Visibility hampered, road traffic slows.

Unrest occurs as mourners bury man wounded in Saturday’s clashes in Al-Aqsa mosque compound.

Deputy defence minister says they will be subject to an ‘exchange procedure’.

Opposition supporters attempt to block streets across central Yerevan.

Proceedings carried out virtually.

Restrictions will exacerbate food shortages, says UN diplomat Linda Thomas-Greenfield.