Ethiopian PM hails ‘historic’ start of disputed dam filling
Ethiopian PM hailed “historic” early filling of the massive dam on the Blue Nile River that has stoked tensions with…
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Oregon takes legal action against federal agents
Oregon state’s prosecutor sued federal agencies for ‘unlawful law enforcement’ and enforcement tactics they have used, amid continued protests in…
Saudi Arabia highlights health rules for sacrificial animals
Saudi Arabia stringent health rules are observed for sacrificial animals to ensure their safety, state agency in charge of the…
Malaysia discovered 110 containers of illegal toxic waste from Romania
Malaysia discovered 110 containers of hazardous heavy metals from Romania and bound for Indonesia that had illegally entered the country.
Ukraine parliament names central bank chief after controversial resignation
Ukraine parliament has approved the appointment of Kyrylo Shevchenko amid concerns over the central bank’s independence after controversial resignation.
European general court rejects EU order to Apple to pay $15bn in taxes
European general court has rejected a European Commission order to Apple to reimburse Ireland 13 billion euros in back taxes.
Gulf nations and US issue sanctions on six targets for ties to ISIS
Gulf countries and United States have imposed sanctions on six targets, accusing them of being affiliated with Islamic State.
Malaysia’s opposition preparing for snap polls
Malaysia’s opposition gearing up for early elections, potential PM candidate Mohd Shafie Apdal said.Earlier speaker of parliament’s was replaced.
US diplomat Richardson to meet Maduro to discuss jailed Americans
US diplomat Bill Richardson plans to travel to Caracas to meet with Venezuelan President to discuss the status of several…
Zimbabwe Health Board sacks hospital bosses
Zimbabwe Health Services Board has sacked government hospitals bosses after firing of health minister Obadiah Moyo for inappropriate conduct.
Malawians voiced anger over president for family appointments to cabinet
Malawians have voiced anger after newly appointed President Lazarus Chakwera unveiled new 31-member cabinet that they said was tainted by…
Berlin expects breakthrough in EU migration dispute this year
Berlin said it wants EU nations to overcome a deadlock on how to handle refugees and migrants this year, dispute…
Saudi Arabia to launch world largest camel hospital
Saudi Arabia will launch world’s largest hospital for treating camels and conducting related research in the region of Qassim in…
Jamal Khashoggi fiancee appears as Turkish court opens trial of 20 Saudi nationals
Jamal Khashoggi fiancee told a court the Washington Post columnist was lured to his death at Saudi Consulate through “a…
Kuwait decides to summon former MP over audio leaks with Gaddafi
Kuwait’s Security Agency decided to summon former PM Mubarak Al Duwailah over leaked records that links him to the late…
Oman to allow part-time jobs for expats soon
Oman citizens and expatriates will soon have the option to do part-time jobs as the country is seeking to diversify…
Myanmar finds troops guilty in Rohingya genocide
Myanmar military officers have been found guilty by a court-martial investigating atrocities against Rohingya in conflict-ridden Rakhine state.
German authorities investigates 30,000 suspects in paedophile probe
German North Rhine-Westphalia state is investigating 30,000 people who shared ‘child and youth pornographic content’ online.
Bahrain to pay 50% of salaries for private firms
Bahrain’s government said that it would pay 50% of salaries for private company workers in sectors that hard-hit by pandemic,…
Mahathir Mohamad backs new candidate for prime minister
Mahathir Mohamad former Malaysian prime minister has thrown his support behind chief minister of Borneon state of Sabah as candidate…
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to end Obamacare
Trump administration has long called Obamacare a disgrace, but Republicans have yet to propose a popular replacement for the law.
White House didn’t decided yet whether to give Israel a green light on annexation plan
White House still didn’t took any decision whether to give Israel a green light to annex parts of the occupied…