US: Alabama to use nitrogen gas in execution for first time
A death row inmate in the US state of Alabama is scheduled to be executed by nitrogen hypoxia. The US Supreme Court has declined to halt...
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Jan 25
German government flight woes continue on way to Djibouti
It's not the first time problems with flights have stalled German diplomacy. Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock was headed for talks in...
Jan 25
Argentina: Nationwide strikes over Milei's austerity reforms
Thousands joined a general strike over new President Javier Milei's austerity measures. The country is in the grip of rampant inflation...
Jan 24
EU to unveil economic security plans with eye to China
The European Union has drawn up measures to protect sensitive economic assets from being usurped by geopolitical rivals. They come amid a...
Jan 24
Thailand: Popular politician Pita cleared by top court
Thailand's Constitutional Court has cleared former candidate for prime minister Pita Limjaroenrat of charges that could have seen him...
Jan 24
Ifo lowers German growth forecast amid budget cutbacks
Experts are predicting lower growth in the German economy as the government slashes spending. Germany's gross domestic product is likely...
Jan 24
Nauru snubs Taiwan, resumes diplomatic relations with China
Nauru and China agreed to restore bilateral diplomatic relations following Nauru's sudden decision to cut ties with Taiwan after 22...
Jan 24
Germany: Train drivers begin longest strike yet
Experts have warned the rail strike, set to last for almost a week, will have a severe impact on Germany's economy. Train drivers in...
Jan 24
US lawmakers visit Taiwan following island's elections
In a show of support following Taiwan's recent presidential election, the results of which angered China, two US lawmakers have arrived...
Jan 24
Iraq: US launches new strikes on Iran-backed militant group
The US government said the strikes were a response to attacks against US troops in Iraq and Syria. Recent months have seen an uptick in...
Jan 24
Trump looks to finish off Haley in New Hampshire primary
The second electoral showdown on the road to the White House is taking place in New Hampshire on Tuesday. Nikki Haley is the last person...
Jan 24
Turkish lawmakers approve Swedish NATO bid after long delay
Turkish approval leaves Hungary as the last holdout to block the Scandinavian country from joining the Western military alliance....
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