6 people killed in Hawaii wildfire as survivors flee into ocean
August 10, 2023 6:35 AM Current brush fires arose from dry vegetation, strong winds and low humidity. Read More
Two dead, seven injured after Russian attack on Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia
August 10, 2023 6:25 AM Medics managed to resuscitate a third person who had reportedly died. Read More
WHO classifies EG.5 as Covid-19 ‘variant of interest’
August 10, 2023 6:20 AM The variant, also known as Eris, did not seem to pose more of a threat to public health than other variants. Read More
Commentary: When children abuse their parents, a veil of silence makes it hard to seek help
Amidst the spotlight on domestic violence, a troubling reality emerges: Children who physically attack their parents. Daniel Lopez, President of the Society Against Family Violence, explains the reluctance of parents…
Lorry drivers say ferrying workers in their vehicles is not ideal, but they try to drive safely
While transporting workers on buses would be safer, lorries make more sense for small companies, two lorry drivers told CNA.Read More
US ‘greatly worried’ about health of detained Niger president
August 10, 2023 5:25 AM Ousted president Mohamed Bazoum is reportedly being held with his wife and son without electricity or water. Read More
Biden signs order to ban certain tech investments in China
August 10, 2023 5:00 AM Move could fuel tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Read More
Rainforest countries form pact to demand conservation cash from rich nations
August 10, 2023 4:14 AM They want developed countries to help poorer nations combat climate change and preserve biodiversity. Read More
Spain roasts as third heatwave of summer peaks
August 10, 2023 3:59 AM Temperatures were set to hit up to 44 deg C in central and southern areas, as authorities warned of the risk of wildfires. Read More
Iraq’s 50 deg C heat shows ‘era of global boiling’ has begun, says UN rights chief, during visit
August 10, 2023 3:39 AM Volker Turk’s comments came at the end of a four-day visit to Iraq, sometimes in 50 deg C heat. Read More