High expectations for Myanmar election
Myanmar's parliamentary elections are the next milestone in the country's ongoing reform process. But while the general requirements for the November vote have been approved, many crucial questions remain unanswered.…
Obama to close four-day visit with address African Union
During the final day of his visit to Africa, US President Barack Obama is set to deliver a message to the continent with a speech at the African Union (AU).…
Boston quits race for 2024 Olympic games
A bid for Boston to host the 2024 Olympics has been withdrawn, with officials citing a lack of support among residents. The US Olympic Committee must make a fast decision…
Didier Drogba joins MLS side Montreal Impact
The longtime Chelsea striker has completed a move to Major League Soccer for just over $3 million a year. Drogba's former coach Jose Mourinho had backed a move to North…
Al-Warraq boat captain detained for 4 days pending investigations
The death toll from a collision between the cruise boat and a barge rose to 38
Judge accused of receiving sexual favour denies disciplinary action claims
The judge was accused of acquiring the favour from a defendant
US, Turkey plan for ‘IS’-free buffer zone along Syria-Turkey border
The US and Turkish government have agreed to create a strategic safe zone on the Syrian-Turkish border to combat "IS" militants. The move comes as Ankara makes a dramatic shift…
Pharmaceutical company closed down for alleged medical poisoning
Health Ministry withdraws rehydration drug that killed four infants, amid other injured
Army declares emergency as 2 suspects escape in Sinai
Military declares foiling trafficking mission by militant group
United Nations World Day against Trafficking in Persons
Conflict, terrorism, economic turmoil, natural calamities, disease: we are living in an era of unprecedented crises and troubles, as United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has warned. Record numbers of…
