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China doesn’t want to be ‘affected’ by Russia sanctions

Beijing pressured to withdraw support from isolated Moscow.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 07:30 PM

China doesn’t want to be ‘affected’ by Russia sanctions

Bangladesh to ban ‘immoral character’ evidence in rape cases

Current law routinely used to discredit testimony of victims.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 06:50 PM

Bangladesh to ban ‘immoral character’ evidence in rape cases

Ukrainians fleeing war can work in Japan

At least 47 refugees have arrived in the East Asian nation since the invasion.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 04:50 PM

Ukrainians fleeing war can work in Japan

Australia plans to host US, UK nuclear submarines

The move could provide the two powers with better access to the Indian Ocean and South Pacific.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 04:10 PM

Australia plans to host US, UK nuclear submarines

Fake heiress Anna Sorokin to be deported to Germany

New York Justice Dept estimates her frauds are worth about US$275,000.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 03:30 PM

Fake heiress Anna Sorokin to be deported to Germany



Court upholds school hijab ban in south India

It rules that the wearing of the garment ‘does not form a part of essential religious practice in Islamic faith’.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 02:50 PM

Court upholds school hijab ban in south India

WTI crude dives below US$100 on China demand concern

Contract sheds 5.7% to US$97.13, while Brent is down 6% at US$100.54.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 02:10 PM

WTI crude dives below US$100 on China demand concern

China unemployment jumps as Covid surge disrupts business

Beijing reports better-than-expected retail sales and industrial output in January and February,

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 01:30 PM

China unemployment jumps as Covid surge disrupts business

Ukraine launches website for cryptocurrency donations

Money to be used to support the military and civilians in dire need of aid.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 12:50 PM

Ukraine launches website for cryptocurrency donations

China reports sharp rise in Covid-19 cases

Jilin province is worst hit with more than 3,000 infections.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 12:10 PM

China reports sharp rise in Covid-19 cases

Australian court strikes down landmark climate ruling

Environment minister not responsible for protecting children from atmosphere harm.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 09:30 AM

Australian court strikes down landmark climate ruling

US police hunt for ‘cold-blooded’ killer of homeless men

String of shootings over 10 days have left two men dead and three wounded.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 08:50 AM

US police hunt for ‘cold-blooded’ killer of homeless men

Deadly strikes rock Ukraine despite talks with Russia

Invading forces threaten to take 'full control' of several major cities.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 08:10 AM

Deadly strikes rock Ukraine despite talks with Russia

EU urged to ban all imports linked to deforestation

Letter from the 34 groups comes as EU environment ministers prepare to meet Thursday in Brussels.

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2022 07:30 AM

EU urged to ban all imports linked to deforestation

Philippines confronts China envoy over navy ship’s ‘illegal intrusion’

Manila, Beijing locked in territorial dispute over South China Sea.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 11:50 PM

Philippines confronts China envoy over navy ship’s ‘illegal intrusion’


Northern Ireland court rejects challenge to Brexit protocol

Unionist groups unhappy with move, say it threatens province’s constitutional place in the UK. 

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 11:10 PM

Northern Ireland court rejects challenge to Brexit protocol

Thailand detects 4 potential Omicron BA.2.2 cases

Covid-19 subvariant first reported in Hong Kong.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 10:30 PM

Thailand detects 4 potential Omicron BA.2.2 cases

Blast hits Nigeria Eni oil pipeline, cuts exports

Connected wells immediately shut in, river booms and containment barges deployed to minimise impact of spill.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 09:50 PM

Blast hits Nigeria Eni oil pipeline, cuts exports

Yangon residents queue for water as power blackouts bite

Junta blames rising gas prices, attacks by anti-coup on infrastructure. 

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 09:10 PM

Yangon residents queue for water as power blackouts bite

Amid NFT boom, artists worry about climate costs

However, there are now less environmentally hazardous options to sell cryptoart.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 08:30 PM

Amid NFT boom, artists worry about climate costs

South Korea to start vaccinating children 5-11

Age group will get Pfizer’s two-dose jab from March 31.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 07:50 PM

IMF in Sri Lanka to discuss worsening economic crisis

International lender says ready to talk about bailout options if requested.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 07:10 PM

IMF in Sri Lanka to discuss worsening economic crisis

Tongan prime minister tests positive for Covid-19

Siaosi Sovaleni experiencing mild symptoms, to continue duties while isolating at home.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 06:30 PM

Tongan prime minister tests positive for Covid-19

Russia asks China for military aid on Ukraine

This comes after Washington warns Beijing will face consequences if it helps Moscow evade sanctions.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 05:50 PM

Russia asks China for military aid on Ukraine

Australia, Netherlands launch legal action against Russia over MH17 disaster

They claim Moscow breached international law for role in 2014 downing of MAS flight over Ukraine.

Monday, 14 Mar 2022 05:15 PM

Australia, Netherlands launch legal action against Russia over MH17 disaster