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Political deadlock frustrates Bougainville’s aspirations of independence
Nearly five years after the islanders of remote Bougainville voted decisively in a referendum for independence from Papua New Guinea (PNG), local frustrations a
‘Axis of impunity’: Putin-Kim deal underlines new challenges to world…
Shortly after signing a new comprehensive strategic partnership between their two countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong U
A right to drink? Inside the debate to protect US…
Dallas, Texas – More than a decade later, Eva Marroquin’s voice still shakes when she talks about it. The 51-year-old mother of five had been working constr
Canada considering tariffs on Chinese-made EVs
Canada said the domestic car sector faced unfair competition from China’s ‘state-directed’ global oversupply of EVs.Canada is considering whether to impos
US and allies in war of words with Russian-North Korean…
Tension has heightened following an announcement of military cooperation during Putin’s visit to Pyongyang last week.The United States and its regional allies
Xi eyes military supremacy as he reorganises China’s armed forces
China has been giving the democratic island of Taiwan – and the rest of the world – an indication of its growing military prowess in recent months. In the r
US proposes restrictions for investments in Chinese tech, AI
Draft rule would prohibit US investors from funding AI systems in China that could be used for weapons targeting, other military uses.The United States Departme
Immigration, economy, wars: Key issues at the heart of UK…
Across the United Kingdom, a record number of candidates – more than 4,000 – are campaigning for the July 4 general election. Polling suggests the vote will
Putin and Kim take each other for a spin in…
The drive took place after the two leaders signed a deal that included a mutual defence pledge, one of Russia’s most significant moves in the Asia Pacific in
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 846
As the war enters its 846th day, these are the main developments.Here is the situation on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Fighting At least two people were injured an
White House slams clips purporting to show Biden’s decline as…
Biden camp hits out at viral videos that have been seized on as evidence of president’s frailty.United States President Joe Biden’s administration has accus
G7 leaders put on good show of unity, but look…
Fasano, Italy – This year’s G7 summit bore the hallmarks of a fragile club, yet one that still manages to put up a good fight when it comes to shielding Wes
