Drunk driving campaign gets motorists tipsy before putting them behind the wheel
Police in Japan have implemented an unusual strategy in order to prevent drunk driving: encouraging people to consume alcohol and then letting them loose on a driving course.
1970-01-01 08:00
Golan Heights profile
Provides an overview of the Golan Heights, a strategically key Syrian territory occupied by Israel.
1970-01-01 08:00
Lebanon country profile
Provides an overview of Lebanon, including key dates and facts about this Middle Eastern country.
1970-01-01 08:00
New Zealand birds: Takahe facing extinction find new home in sanctuary
A takahe pair were released near Wellington in a victory for efforts to save some of the world's rarest birds.
1970-01-01 08:00
Cuba media guide
An overview of the media in Cuba, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.
1970-01-01 08:00
Uganda's anti-LGBT laws: Man faces death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'
He is charged with "aggravated homosexuality" under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation enacted in May.
1970-01-01 08:00
Toyota suspends production at its Japanese plants after supply chain glitch
Toyota is suspending operations at all of its Japanese assembly plants as it grapples with a technical glitch that has disrupted its finely-tuned supply chain.
1970-01-01 08:00
Japan regulator to monitor potential BOJ impact on regional banks
By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO Japan's financial regulator will closely monitor how central bank policy impacts regional banks, as
1970-01-01 08:00
Toyota halts all Japan assembly plants due to glitch
The world's largest car maker is investigating a system fault but says a cyber attack is unlikely.
1970-01-01 08:00
Woman charged over alleged fatal cliffs assault
She was arrested as part of an investigation into an incident in the Slieve League area in June.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sara Sharif: Pakistan police widen search for family
Sara Sharif was found dead at her home in Woking the day after her family flew to Pakistan.
1970-01-01 08:00
Thammakaset: Thai poultry farmer loses his 36th defamation suit
Thailand's best-known human rights campaigner found not guilty of criminal defamation.
1970-01-01 08:00