Xi Jinping arrives in the US as his Chinese Dream sputters
Economic woes put the Chinese leader in a more vulnerable negotiating position on this visit.
1970-01-01 08:00
Why South Africa regrets its post-apartheid liberal asylum laws
Tough proposals will have far-reaching consequences for foreign nationals who seek refuge in the country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Jury hears Canadian man who killed Muslim family was on drugs
Nathaniel Veltman has pleaded not guilty to the murders, arguing he was in a "dreamlike state".
1970-01-01 08:00
Bird of Century: Pūteketeke wins NZ poll after campaign by John Oliver
The Pūteketeke won after the US talk show host's self-described "alarmingly aggressive" campaign.
1970-01-01 08:00
Number of Venezuelan migrants at US-Mexico border halves
The US government restarted regular deportation flights to Venezuela last month.
1970-01-01 08:00
Takarazuka Revue: Japan theatre company sorry 'overworked' actress took her life
The all-female Takarazuka Revue apologised for "loss of life" but has not offered compensation.
1970-01-01 08:00
Roman Butchaski: Former Australian radio host missing in croc-infested waters
Roman Butchaski failed to return to his camping ground while on a solo fishing trip on Sunday.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon elections: Junta plans post-Bongo polls for 2025
Military leaders say the plan is not final and needs approval in a "national dialogue" next year.
1970-01-01 08:00
Duterte critic Leila de Lima granted bail after six years in jail
Former senator Leila de Lima has long fought what she describes as trumped up drug charges.
1970-01-01 08:00
Spain's conservatives rally against deal with Catalan separatists
Protests denounce a deal with Catalan separatists aimed at securing a new term for the Socialist PM.
1970-01-01 08:00
Peter Nygard: Fashion mogul guilty of sex assaults
The 82-year-old is still facing a trial in Montreal and extradition to the US.
1970-01-01 08:00
Donald Trump: Legal experts see uphill battle in fraud case
Two weeks of testimony from Donald Trump and his family has hurt his case, say lawyers watching.
1970-01-01 08:00