Kiribati country profile
Provides an overview of Kiribati, including key dates and facts about this Pacific island country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sweden investigating damage to Baltic undersea cable
A gas pipeline between Finland and Estonia is believed to have been damaged at the same time, Sweden says.
1970-01-01 08:00
Russia returns four Ukrainian children in Qatari deal
The return, part of a deal mediated by Qatar, could lead to the return of thousands more children.
1970-01-01 08:00
Maldives country profile
Provides an overview of the Maldives, including key facts about this Indian Ocean country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Former Bank of China boss arrested on bribery charges
He is the latest banker to be prosecuted under Chinese President Xi's anti-corruption crackdown.
1970-01-01 08:00
Kenya's 'fake lawyer' thanks his supporters
The nation is gripped by the man said to have won several cases despite not being qualified.
1970-01-01 08:00
Russia to build nuclear plant to meet Burkina Faso's energy needs
The deal comes after junta leader Capt Traore asked President Putin to help set up a nuclear plant.
1970-01-01 08:00
Germany migrants: Seven dead after vehicle crashes in Bavaria
Authorities said the driver of a "suspected smuggling vehicle" attempted to evade police before losing control.
1970-01-01 08:00
China deported 'large number' of N Korean defectors - Seoul
Sources in China said that up to 600 defectors were put on trucks and forcibly sent back on Monday.
1970-01-01 08:00
Japan asks court to dissolve 'Moonies' church over Shinzo Abe killing
The legal move follows a year-long investigation into the so-called 'Moonies' church.
1970-01-01 08:00
New Zealand election: Disillusioned voters eyes shift away from the left
Three years on from Jacinda Ardern's sweeping victory, polls indicate voters will desert Labour.
1970-01-01 08:00
Malawi heatwave warning issued as temperatures set to soar
Temperatures could soar to 44C, the weather bureau says, as it urges people to avoid alcohol.
1970-01-01 08:00