Royal Mail owner approves $6.1b takeover by Czech billionaire Kretinsky
Britain’s postal service has been trying to transform itself into a parcel-led business. Read More
How does South Africa’s 2024 election work?
JOHANNESBURG – South Africans vote in national and provincial elections on May 29 that polls suggest could loosen the African National Congress’ 30-year grip on power. Read More
Ukraine military says it shot down 13 out of 14 drones launched by Russia
KYIV – Ukrainian military shot down 13 drones out of 14 launched by Russia in an overnight attack on three regions, the country’s air force said on the Telegram messaging…
Blinken travels to Eastern Europe as tensions with Russia build
In Chisinau, Mr Blinken will meet with President Maia Sandu and other senior officials. Read More
Starless and forever alone: More ‘rogue’ planets discovered
There are no days or years on these planets, which languish in perpetual night. Read More
Algeria proposes UN action to ‘stop killing in Rafah’
UNITED NATIONS – Algeria on Tuesday proposed a draft U.N. Security Council resolution that demands a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the release of all hostages held by Hamas and…
DR Congo names new government after months of delay
KINSHASA – Democratic Republic of Congo has appointed a new government, spokesperson Tina Salama said in the early hours of Wednesday, ending an impasse that has mired the country in…
2 inmates still at large after escaping through gap in US jail
Authorities did not know the men had escaped until a relative of one of the escapees called them. Read More
Bird flu detected in alpacas for the first time
In recent weeks, the bird flu variant has been detected in more than 50 animal species in the US. Read More
Russian bombs kill two in eastern Ukraine, officials say
Russian guided bombs killed two civilians in the eastern Ukrainian city of Toretsk on Tuesday and heavily damaged two apartment buildings, Donetsk regional Governor Vadym Filashkin said. Read More