Sudan’s plight: 25 million people need humanitarian aid
US diplomats urged countries to do more to stop the humanitarian crisis in Sudan as the conflict between the army and the RSF nears the one-year mark. They also called for Iran…
Debunking false rumours that Ukraine sold Russia its French-made artillery
Social media users have been sharing false claims that the Ukrainian army sold two of the heavy-duty CAESAR howitzers – given by France – to Russia for $120,000 per unit.…
Blossoming coalition? Japan at heart of US-led push to contain China
Roll out the red carpet for Japan. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is being feted with a speech before a joint session of Congress and a White House state dinner. Key to the…
Why big automakers are losing China
Volkswagen will expand its production and research facilities in Anhui province as the German automaker looks to reclaim its title as China's top-selling car brand.…
European economy shows staying power in face of crises
Europe's central bank has left its key interest rate unchanged. The decision, which was widely expected, comes even as inflation continues to fall faster than expected.…
French farewells: More than just ‘au revoir’
While "au revoir" is the most common way to say goodbye in French, we take a look at some of the other ways to bid farewell. From the regional "boujou", to "salut",…
US voters concerned over Biden’s age ahead of elections
US President Joe Biden seems set for an election rematch with Donald Trump. But in a shift from four years ago, polls indicate a majority of voters think he's too old to…
Myanmar’s war on rebels: Junta loses key town on Thai border
Troops in Myanmar have confirmed they've withdrawn from their positions in a trade hub near the border with Thailand. Fighting between the army and armed resistance groups has been flaring for months,…
US, Japan and Philippines to hold first alliance summit
Washington and Tokyo plan to upgrade defense ties to maintain security and peace in the Asia-Pacific region. President Joe Biden and PM Fumio Kishida have said the alliance between the two countries…
Coppola, Cronenberg to compete at 77th Cannes Film Festival
Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis" will premiere on the French Riviera this year, alongside new releases from Cannes Film Festival favourites Jacques Audiard, Yorgos Lanthimos, Sean Baker and Karim Aïnouz. Those movies will…