
Missouri man executed for killing two in botched jailbreak
Michael Tisius, 42, was denied clemency despite several jurors in his case speaking up for him.
1970-01-01 08:00

Canada wildfires: Tens of millions under air quality warnings as fires burn
Air quality advisories have been issued in Canada and the northern US as wildfire smoke travels south.
1970-01-01 08:00

South Africa’s President, Ministers Meet CEOs Amid Investor Angst
South African business sentiment declined to an almost three-year low as persistent power cuts, rising interest rates and
1970-01-01 08:00

Turkish lira crashes as new government sets sights on 'rational' policies
Turkey's lira has plunged 7% to a record low in its biggest daily selloff since a historic 2021 crash, as the newly elected government appeared to loosen currency stabilizing measures in its switch to more mainstream policies.
1970-01-01 08:00

ECB’s Knot Says More Hikes May Be Needed If Inflation Stays High
European Central Bank Governing Council member Klaas Knot warned that prolonged inflation may prompt further increases in borrowing
1970-01-01 08:00

Pence Takes On Trump, His Former Boss, for 2024 Republican Nomination
Saying “different times call for different leadership,” former Vice President Mike Pence announced that he’s challenging his former
1970-01-01 08:00

Labour Is On Course for UK Election Landslide, MRP Poll Shows
The UK’s opposition Labour Party is on track for a landslide victory at the next general election, according
1970-01-01 08:00

China Big Four State Banks Said to Cut Dollar Deposit Rates
China’s four big state lenders have effectively cut dollar deposit rates, according to people familiar with the matter,
1970-01-01 08:00

Two killed and five injured in shooting at Virginia graduation
A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested and is expected to face at least two murder charges.
1970-01-01 08:00

Dam Destroyed in the Dead of Night Upstages Ukraine’s Counteroffensive
The 24 hours before Tuesday’s flooding of the Dnipro River basin were already dramatic, as Ukraine appeared on
1970-01-01 08:00

Japan’s Kishida Unveils Policy Proposal Ahead of Potential Polls
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida proposed a long list of policy targets for this year, as speculation continues
1970-01-01 08:00

Japan rethinks tattoo ban in defence forces to lift recruitment
Japan's Self-Defence Forces are struggling to recruit from a population that is shrinking and ageing.
1970-01-01 08:00