Saudi Arabia executes 81 men in one day
Saudi Arabia says it executed 81 men on Saturday – more than during the whole of last year. The group…
Tonga records first coronavirus case since start of pandemic
Coronavirus pandemic Tongans have been rushing to vaccinate themselves against coronavirus after the Pacific island nation confirmed its first…
Quad countries vow to work for freedom in region
The leaders of the US, Japan, India, and Australia have vowed to work together for a free and open Indo-Pacific…
Israel-Gaza: Biden tells Netanyahu he wants ‘path to ceasefire’
US President Joe Biden has told Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu he expects a “significant de-escalation” in the Gaza conflict on…
Covid-19: Mumbai to roll out compulsory testing in crowded places
Coronavirus pandemic The Indian city of Mumbai is to roll out mandatory coronavirus tests in crowded places as the country…
Death of Honduran student in police custody sparks protests
The death of a 26-year-old nursing student in police custody has caused outrage in Honduras. Police arrested Keyla Martínez on…
UK reopens Brexit rift with demand for longer N.Ireland grace periods
By Graham Fahy, William James DUBLIN/LONDON (Reuters) – Britain demanded a two-year extension on Wednesday to a grace period for checks…