US arrests Massachusetts man for acting as Chinese agent
May 16, 2023 3:56 AM Litang Liang could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted of the charge of acting as an agent of a foreign government. Read…
US and Micronesia agree to renew strategic pact
May 16, 2023 1:46 AM Renewing the pact has become a key part of US efforts to push back against China’s bid to expand its influence in the Pacific. Read…
Don’t use artificial sweeteners for weight loss, WHO says
May 15, 2023 10:55 PM The new guidance applies to all non-sugar sweeteners, including stevia derivatives and sucralose. Read More
Erdogan likely to remain in power in Turkey, with run-off vote set to be held in 2 weeks
May 15, 2023 9:30 PM This is despite the Turkish President’s latest electoral performance being his worst in over two decades in power. Read More
Turkey faces election run-off, Erdogan seen with momentum
May 15, 2023 9:27 PM Mr Erdogan led with 49.4% and his main opposition rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu had 44.96% in the presidential vote. Read More
German nurse gets life term for killing two patients so he could be ‘left in peace’
May 15, 2023 9:25 PM Mario G wanted to be left alone during his shift, when he was often hung over. Read More
Coal has key role in climate battle, says industry body, as experts express doubts
May 15, 2023 8:15 PM The coal sector must support economic development and global decarbonisation efforts, industry association CEO says. Read More
China still conducting police activities in Germany: German ministries
May 15, 2023 7:55 PM A foreign ministry spokesman said that Berlin was still in talks with Beijing to resolve the issue. Read More
Vice Media files for bankruptcy protection
May 15, 2023 5:35 PM Vice said it had agreed to the terms of an asset purchase agreement with a consortium of its lenders. Read More
UK pledges drones to Ukraine as President Zelensky makes surprise visit
May 15, 2023 5:00 PM Mr Zelensky will be in London on Monday, following his trips to France, Germany and Italy. Read More