‘Voters are looking for a mini-Niinisto’: Finland braces for new president | Elections News

‘Voters are looking for a mini-Niinisto’: Finland braces for new president | Elections News

When Sauli Niinisto became Finland’s president 12 years ago, he looked forward to developing a European defence policy, pursuing “opportunities” in China, and preserving “an operating environment as predictable as possible with Russia”, which, he said, “remains at the centre of our foreign policy”. All of that has changed, as…

India celebrates Republic Day showcasing military might, cultural heritage | In Pictures News

India celebrates Republic Day showcasing military might, cultural heritage | In Pictures News

Thousands of people lined a ceremonial boulevard in the heart of India’s capital to watch a colourful parade showcasing the country’s military power and cultural heritage to mark its 75th Republic Day. French President Emmanuel Macron attended the parade on Friday as the chief guest at the celebration of the…

Uganda’s first Oscar-nominated film tells story of Bobi Wine persecution | Arts and Culture

Uganda’s first Oscar-nominated film tells story of Bobi Wine persecution | Arts and Culture

Kampala, Uganda – This January, when Bobi Wine learned that the film documenting his 2021 Ugandan presidential bid had been nominated for an Academy Award, he was hiding from the police. The swaggering popstar-turned-opposition leader had been on the run for five days, not sleeping or showering. This was after security…

Qatar PM to meet Israel, US intel chiefs on new Gaza captives deal | Israel War on Gaza News

Qatar PM to meet Israel, US intel chiefs on new Gaza captives deal | Israel War on Gaza News

CIA, Mossad heads to meet in Europe with Qatar officials to broker second captives-for-prisoners exchange and truce. The director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and his Israeli counterpart are to meet with Qatari officials to broker a potential second deal to secure the release of captives being held…

Pacific island Tuvalu votes as ties with Taiwan in spotlight | Elections News

Pacific island Tuvalu votes as ties with Taiwan in spotlight | Elections News

Poll in nation threatened by climate change closely watched as China and the United State vie for influence in region. The tiny Pacific island nation of Tuvalu has voted in a national election that is being closely watched by China, Taiwan, the United States and its ally Australia, amid a…

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 112 | Israel War on Gaza News

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 112 | Israel War on Gaza News

EXPLAINER An Israeli attack killed 20 waiting on aid in Gaza, heavy fighting is under way at the enclave’s hospitals. Here’s how things stand on Friday, January 26, 2024: Latest updates The International Court of Justice will deliver its response to South Africa’s request for emergency measures to protect Palestinians…

In Hong Kong, decades of wealth gains evaporate on Beijing’s watch | Business and Economy News

In Hong Kong, decades of wealth gains evaporate on Beijing’s watch | Business and Economy News

Taipei, Taiwan – Like many Hong Kongers, accountant Edelweiss Lam spent the last week watching the city’s stock market wipe out 14 months of gains as the Hang Seng Index fell below the psychological threshold of 15,000 points. It was not the first time Lam, who has been investing on…

‘Too much poison’: Attacks on Indian Muslims grow after Ram temple ceremony | Politics

‘Too much poison’: Attacks on Indian Muslims grow after Ram temple ceremony | Politics

Mumbai, India – Driving through the Mira Road neighbourhood of Mumbai was a usual affair for 21-year-old Mohammad Tariq, who ran errands on his father’s white loading auto carrier. But on Tuesday, participants in a Hindu nationalist rally stopped the vehicle in the middle of the road. Young boys –…