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Zelensky, Vance discussed upcoming Trump-Putin call in Rome

US Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meet, shake hands in Rome, at the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV; their first talks since White House clash in February.

Zelensky, Vance discussed upcoming Trump-Putin call in Rome

Poland votes in tight election as Europe watches

Poland votes in tight election as Europe watches

Suicide bomb kills several at Somali army camp: ministry

Suicide bomb kills several at Somali army camp: ministry

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon leaves party ahead of snap election

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon leaves party ahead of snap election

M23 fighters expel civilians to Rwanda

Thousands of DRC civilians 'expelled' from the country by M23 rebels, accuse them of being illegals from Rwanda, UN humanitarian agency says.

M23 fighters expel civilians to Rwanda

Rescuers say 100 dead as Israel launches fresh Gaza offensive

The Israeli military said Saturday it had launched "extensive strikes" as part of a fresh offensive in Gaza, after rescuers reported 100 people killed in the besieged Palestinian territory.

Rescuers say 100 dead as Israel launches fresh Gaza offensive

Nine killed in Russian drone attack on Ukraine after talks

A Russian drone attack on a minibus carrying civilians killed nine people on Saturday, authorities said, a day after Moscow and Kyiv agreed a large-scale prisoner swap at talks in Turkey.

Nine killed in Russian drone attack on Ukraine after talks

ICC prosecutor, under investigation, steps aside temporarily

ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan placed on administrative leave pending investigation into sexual misconduct allegations; he was President William Ruto’s lawyer.

ICC prosecutor, under investigation, steps aside temporarily

Brain-dead pregnant US woman kept alive due to abortion ban: family

A 30-year-old pregnant woman has been kept on life support for three months, despite being declared brain-dead, due to the state's abortion restrictions, the woman's mother says

Brain-dead pregnant US woman kept alive due to abortion ban: family

Rubio to meet top Turkish, Ukraine officials ahead of war talks

Zelensky sent a pared-down team to the Istanbul talks after Russia showed up with a relatively low-level delegation.

Rubio to meet top Turkish, Ukraine officials ahead of war talks

Polio outbreak declared in Papua New Guinea

A polio outbreak has been declared in Papua New Guinea, sparking concern about the disease's spread in a country with low vaccination rates, health officials said.

Polio outbreak declared in Papua New Guinea

Chad's former prime minister 'abducted' from home: party

Chad's former prime minister, Succes Masra, a critic of the ruling authorities of the Central African nation, was taken by force from his home early Friday, his party said.

Chad's former prime minister 'abducted' from home: party

Life without cash in captured City of Goma

After the city fell to the Rwanda-backed M23 group, authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo stopped supplying cash to banks in M23-controlled areas.

Life without cash in captured City of Goma

Jokic, Strawther star as Nuggets down Thunder to tie series

Nikola Jokic led with 29 points and Julian Strawther sparked a late run, lifting the Nuggets to a 119-107 win that tied the series against the Thunder.

Jokic, Strawther star as Nuggets down Thunder to tie series

US singer Chris Brown charged with assault in Britain

American R&B singer Chris Brown is due to appear in a UK court on Friday after being arrested and charged over an alleged assault at a London nightclub in 2023.

US singer Chris Brown charged with assault in Britain

YouTube star MrBeast upsets Mexican officials with temple videos

Mexico is seeking compensation from YouTube celebrity MrBeast's production company, accusing it of using images of the country's ancient archaeological sites to advertise a chocolate brand.

YouTube star MrBeast upsets Mexican officials with temple videos

Russia and Ukraine to meet in Istanbul, but expectations low

Zelensky also said he did not expect a breakthrough, accusing Moscow of being "not serious" about ending the war.

Russia and Ukraine to meet in Istanbul, but expectations low

Gabon's ousted President and family 'released' and in Luanda

Gabon's former leader Ali Bongo Ondimba, who was detained after being ousted in a 2023 coup, has been released.

Gabon's ousted President and family 'released' and in Luanda

50 years since first woman scaled Everest

On May 16, 1975, Japan's Junko Tabei became the first woman to climb to the top of Mount Everest.

50 years since first woman scaled Everest

Hundreds of VOA contractors set to lose their jobs

Hundreds of Voice of America contractors are expected to lose their jobs following President Trump's executive order dated March 14.

Hundreds of VOA contractors set to lose their jobs

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks since 2022

Russians and Ukrainians sat face-to-face in Istanbul for their first direct talks in over three years aimed at ending their war, but expectations for a breakthrough were low.

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks since 2022

Ramaphosa to meet Trump on Wednesday over rising tensions

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will meet US counterpart Donald Trump in Washington next week at a time of strained ties between the two countries.

Ramaphosa to meet Trump on Wednesday over rising tensions

Trump renews third-term talk in troop rally in Qatar

US President Donald Trump on Thursday renewed talk of seeking a third term in office, which is barred by the Constitution, in a highly political address to US troops in Qatar.

Trump renews third-term talk in troop rally in Qatar

Estonia slams 'threat' after Russia violates airspace

Estonia accused Russia of posing a "serious threat" to NATO after a Russian fighter jet violated the Baltic country's airspace.

Estonia slams 'threat' after Russia violates airspace

Trump says 'nothing's going to happen' on Ukraine until he meets Putin

US President Donald Trump said that he did not expect progress on Ukraine until he meets Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, who did not show up to talks with Kyiv in Turkey.

Trump says 'nothing's going to happen' on Ukraine until he meets Putin

Tottenham's Kulusevski out for the season as Son steps up recovery

Spurs' preparations for Wednesday's showpiece with Manchester United in Bilbao were dealt a blow when Kulusevski underwent surgery earlier this week on his right knee.

Tottenham's Kulusevski out for the season as Son steps up recovery

S.Sudan medical system collapsing as clashes rage: MSF

Roughly 80 percent of the country's healthcare system is funded by international bodies, with Juba contributing just 1.3 percent from its budget.

S.Sudan medical system collapsing as clashes rage: MSF

Stokes determined to 'dominate' on England return

England's Test captain Ben Stokes believes he is in his best physical condition and can dominate with bat and ball on his latest comeback from injury.

Stokes determined to 'dominate' on England return

Injury-plagued Kyrgios to play doubles at French Open

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios will appear at the upcoming French Open for the first time since 2017.

Injury-plagued Kyrgios to play doubles at French Open

Amorim urges Man Utd to focus on Chelsea, not Europa League final

Amorim urges Manchester United to focus on Chelsea in Friday's Premier League clash, not the Europa League final.

Amorim urges Man Utd to focus on Chelsea, not Europa League final

Belgium parliament votes to ditch nuclear power phase-out

Belgium on Thursday officially abandoned plans to phase out nuclear power, with parliament voting to scrap a two-decades-old pledge and to allow for the construction of new reactors.

Belgium parliament votes to ditch nuclear power phase-out

US RB singer Chris Brown arrested in UK: reports

London's Metropolitan Police said a 36-year-old man was in custody on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, without naming him.

US RB singer Chris Brown arrested in UK: reports

EU accuses TikTok of violating digital rules over ads

The EU accused TikTok on Thursday of breaking digital rules after concluding that the Chinese-owned social media platform is not transparent enough about advertisements.

EU accuses TikTok of violating digital rules over ads

Drones drag Sudan war into dangerous new territory

Paramilitary drone strikes targeting Sudan's wartime capital have sought to shatter the regular army's sense of security and open a dangerous new chapter in the war, experts say.

Drones drag Sudan war into dangerous new territory

China's Alibaba posts annual revenue increase despite spending slump

Internet giant Alibaba posted on Thursday a six percent increase in annual revenue, the latest positive sign for China's tech sector despite persisting economic uncertainties.

China's Alibaba posts annual revenue increase despite spending slump

Rome businesses count their blessings with US pope

The election of the first US pope is a godsend to businesses in Rome, as big-spending pilgrims flocking to the Vatican are also expected to spend in the Eternal City.

Rome businesses count their blessings with US pope

What Trump and Sharaa stand to gain from lifting Syria sanctions

Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, branded Donald Trump's decision to lift US sanctions on his country "historic and courageous"

What Trump and Sharaa stand to gain from lifting Syria sanctions

Trump says 'getting close' to deal to avoid Iran military action

US President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal was close on Iran's nuclear programme that would avert military action.

Trump says 'getting close' to deal to avoid Iran military action

Walmart warns of higher prices due to tariffs

Walmart warned of higher prices and continued uncertainty over President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Walmart warns of higher prices due to tariffs

Combs's ex Cassie faces intense cross-examination

One of the messages from Ventura to Combs, dated 2009, read: "I'm always ready to freak off lolol."

Combs's ex Cassie faces intense cross-examination

Lewis Hamilton admits he underestimated Ferrari challenge

After six races this year, he is still seeking a first podium finish in a Grand Prix and is seventh in the drivers' title race behind Kimi Antonelli, the Italian teenager who replaced him at Mercedes.

Lewis Hamilton admits he underestimated Ferrari challenge

Forest striker Awoniyi placed in induced coma after surgery

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been placed in an induced coma to help his recovery from urgent abdominal surgery

Forest striker Awoniyi placed in induced coma after surgery

Climate change increasing risk of pregnancy problems: study

Being exposed to extreme heat while pregnant has previously been linked to a range of problems, including a higher risk of premature birth, stillbirth, birth defects and gestational diabetes.

Climate change increasing risk of pregnancy problems: study

Over 84,000 people affected by Somalia floods since mid-April: UN

17 people killed in Somalia flash floods, more than 8,000 others displaced since mid-April, UN humanitarian agency says.

Over 84,000 people affected by Somalia floods since mid-April: UN

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