Nigeria's Ancient Benin Bronze Treasures Go Digital
Thousands of 16th to 18th century metal plaques, sculptures and objects were looted from the ancient Kingdom of Benin and ended up in museums and with art collectors across the US and Europe. Many experts hail them as the zenith of African art.
Israel Swears In New Parliament As Netanyahu Readies Govt
Of the 120 lawmakers elected on November 1, 64 have endorsed Netanyahu to lead the next government, clearing the way for his promised comeback after just 14 months in opposition.
Biden, Erdogan Discuss Ukraine Grain Exports: White House
The two leaders talked on the margins of the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, touching on several of the issues at the heart of the close, but often contentious US-Turkish relationship.
Rich Nations Target $20 Bn To Wean Indonesia Off Coal
Indonesian President Joko Widodo hailed the deal as a model that could be replicated in other countries to meet the world's climate goals.
British PM Raises Oil With Saudis As Biden Shuns Crown Prince
The new British prime minister met separately with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the oil-rich kingdom's effective ruler, as they gathered for the Group of 20 summit on the Indonesian resort island of Bali.
US Probe Of Journalist's Death 'Important Step': Abu Akleh Family
Abu Akleh was killed while covering an Israeli army raid in the occupied West Bank on May 11.
Kenyan Security Guard Expelled By Qatar Torn About Watching World Cup
Bidali became an outspoken activist for migrant workers after being held for four weeks and then expelled from the Gulf state in 2021.
After FTX Collapse, Cryptocurrency Sector Fights Back
The boss of the largest cryptocurrency exchange platform, Binance, did everything to reassure investors on Tuesday.
China's Xi Returns To Global Stage At G20 After Covid Isolation
Also on Xi's checklist of world leaders to schmooze are Indonesia's President Joko Widodo -- the G20 summit host -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, France's Emmanuel Macron and Japanese premier Fumio Kishida.
French, British Rescuers Passed Buck As Migrants Drowned: Reports
Le Monde newspaper in France published revelations based on documents contained in a French legal investigation into the worst tragedy involving a migrant boat in the busy shipping lane.
Russia Faces Blame As G20 Tackles Ukraine War, Soaring Food Prices
On the eve of the talks, Putin's critics forged a united front, blaming his eight-month-old war for the global economic tumult.
Twitter Prank Spurs Unexpected Scrutiny Of Insulin Prices
Authentic-looking fake accounts proliferated last week after Twitter rolled out a paid verification service, the latest in a string of chaotic developments since Elon Musk's blockbuster $44 billion buyout of the influential platform.
Most Asian Markets Up Further As China Moves Provide Support
While the week got off to a slower start, the mood remains buoyant across trading floors, particularly in Hong Kong, where tech firms led the way.
Japan's Economy Shrinks Unexpectedly In Third Quarter
Higher import volumes and costs fuelled by the weak yen and the soaring price of commodities such as oil weighed on the world's third-largest economy.
UK Budget Predicted To Be A Nightmare Before Christmas
Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who took office just three weeks ago, has vowed to fix the economic havoc created by his short-lived predecessor Liz Truss.
NASA Returning To The Moon With Mega Rocket Launch
"Our time is coming. And we hope that that is on Wednesday," said Mike Sarafin, the manager of the much-delayed Artemis 1 mission, at NASA headquarters.
Anti-mafia Reporter On Trial For 'Defaming' Italy's Far-right PM
Saviano, best known for his international mafia bestseller "Gomorrah", risks up to three years in prison.
Russia Under Pressure As G20 Tackles Ukraine War, Soaring Food Prices
"I think you're going to see most members of the G20 make clear that they condemn Russia's war in Ukraine," a senior US official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
US Offers $10 Mn Rewards For Somalia's Al-Shabaab
The US State Department also said it was for the first time offering a reward of up to $10 million for information "leading to the disruption of the financial mechanisms" of the Al-Qaeda affiliate.
Three Out Of Four Bitcoin Investors Have Lost Money: Study
Economists at the Bank of International Settlements, an institution widely considered as the central banks of central banks, analysed data on investors in cryptocurrencies in 95 countries between 2015 and 2022.
Clashes In Eastern DR. Congo As Envoy Pursues 'Dialogue' Initiative
Government forces and the M23 militia were fighting in Kibumba, about 20 kilometres (12 miles) north of the strategic city Goma, the sources said, speaking by phone.
'Very Scared': The Resistance Fighters Of Liberated Kherson
Many worry that Russian sympathisers who reported them to the occupying forces are still milling in their midst.
Afghan Supreme Leader Orders Full Implementation Of Islamic Law
Zabihullah Mujahid tweeted late Sunday that the "obligatory" command by Hibatullah Akhundzada came after the secretive leader met with a group of judges.
Somaliland Parties Snub President After Vote Storm
President Muse Bihi Abdi's term of office has been extended to 2024 by the Guurti, a non-elected gathering of elders drawn from traditional tribes that is also the upper house of parliament.
Macron Urges Strong Response To Iran Crackdown On 'Revolution'
Macron angered Iranian officials on Friday by hosting four prominent women who have strongly supported the two months of protests.
Turkey Arrests Syrian Woman, Accuses PKK Over Istanbul Attack
Turkey arrests Syrian woman, accuses PKK over Istanbul attack
Germany Deploys Bin Trucks To Map Mobile Blackspots
Issues with phone signal are a source of constant frustration for the residents of Wusterhausen, which sits in one of Germany's many blackspots, out of reach of any mobile network.
UN Climate Talks Enter Home Stretch Split Over Money
At last year's UN climate summit in Glasgow, nearly 200 countries vowed to "keep alive" the Paris Agreement's aspirational goal of capping global warming at 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
France, UK Sign New Deal On Thwarting Migrant Channel Crossings
Under the agreement, Britain will pay France 72.2 million euros ($74.5 million) in 2022-2023 so that Paris can increase by 40 percent the numbers of security forces patrolling its northern beaches, the French interior ministry said.
Flowers, Mines Welcome Ukraine Forces On Road To Kherson
Ukraine's army announced it had entered Kherson after Russian forces withdrew -- nine months after Moscow's forces captured the regional capital.
