Malaysia Arrests Hundreds In Child Abuse Probe
Malaysian police said they have arrested hundreds of suspects as part of an investigation into child abuse at care homes run by an Islamic conglomerate.
Asia's Oldest Operating Trams See Slow Death In India
The dinging bell of a tram rattling through the streets of the Indian city of Kolkata is all it takes for Deep Das to have the "happiest moment" of his day.
Argentina Edge South Africa To Keep Title Hopes Alive
Argentina ended South Africa's unbeaten run with a thrilling 29-28 win in their Rugby Championship match at Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades on Saturday.
10 New Deaths In Mexico's Sinaloa As Cartel Schism Rages
Mexican media reported 10 new deaths on Saturday in the northwestern state of Sinaloa, where rival cartel factions have been in open conflict with each other and authorities in recent days.
Angry French Cognac Makers See Red Over Chinese Tariffs Threat
Frustrated cognac producers in southwestern France are growing increasingly anxious over the looming threat of Chinese ...
RugbyU: Rugby Championship Factfile
Rugby Championship factfile after fifth-round matches on Saturday: Standings (played, won, drawn, lost, points scored, points conceded, bonus points, total) ...
Far-right AfD Eyes New Win In East German State Vote
German voters head to regional elections on Sunday in a formerly communist eastern state where the far-right AfD party is narrowly ahead in the polls.
Marxist Leader Set To Become Sri Lanka's Next President
A previously fringe Marxist politician was on course Sunday to become Sri Lanka's next leader after a presidential vote coloured by discontent over the island nation's response to an unprecedented ...
From Blades To Pull-up Bars: UK Charity Tackles Knife Crime
Ben Wintour looked over the equipment that made up the London outdoor exercise park: pull-up bars, parallel bars, angled benches -- all formed out of melted-down knives.
Swiss Vote On Pensions And Environment Protections
Switzerland may be associated with pristine natural landscapes, but environmentalists sounding the alarm over its endangered ecosystems are urging voters to back broader biodiversity protections in a ...
Quad Leaders 'Seriously Concerned' About South China Sea Situation: Statement
The leaders of the United States, Australia, India and Japan said after a summit on Saturday that they were "seriously concerned" over tensions in the South and East China Seas -- while avoiding any ...
UN Holds 'Summit Of The Future' To Tackle Global Crises
Global leaders are gathering in New York on Sunday for a "Summit of the Future" aimed at addressing 21st-century challenges ranging from conflict to climate, amid skepticism over whether the final ...