Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer aims for long-term growth, but as he tackles this challenge, his first few months are filled with tough decisions.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Putin taps economist to run defence, replacing Shoigu in unexpected move
Russia's economists have so far largely ensured economic stability and growth despite toughest sanctions ever imposed on a major economy.
Mon May 13 2024
US and allies plan more Iran sanctions; Israel war cabinet to meet again
Hoping to steer Israel away from massive retaliation, the US and Europe flagged toughening of economic and political sanctions against Iran.
Wed Apr 17 2024
New Zealand set to scrap world-first tobacco ban
Set to take effect from July, the toughest anti-tobacco rules in the world would have banned sales to those born after Jan. 1, 2009.
Tue Feb 27 2024
Tough laws needed for deepfake porn, say women who suffer AI abuse
Deepfake porn could deter women from public life.
Sat Jan 27 2024
Taiwan's new president faces 'tough' time with China pressure, no parliament majority
Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te's party lost control of parliament on which he will have to rely to pass legislation and spending.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Biden heads to Israel after Gaza hospital strike kills hundreds
White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said Joe Biden would put "tough questions" to Israeli leaders.
Wed Oct 18 2023
India's Modi promises tough action over 'shameful' Manipur sexual assault allegations
Two women were paraded naked and assaulted on a street before what townspeople on the videos say was a gang rape.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Explainer: What's at stake in Turkey's landmark elections?
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan will face his toughest political challenge yet when the nation votes on May 14.
Mon May 08 2023
Malaysia's Anwar says ASEAN must be tougher in bid to resolve Myanmar crisis
Anwar said ASEAN needed to be more assertive and noted that Malaysia was shouldering 200,000 displaced people from Myanmar.
Fri Mar 03 2023
US uncovers over 3,800 cases of child worker abuse, launches crackdown
The Biden administration will implement tougher new measures designed to punish violators after discovering thousands of cases of abuse.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Giant legs of Vietnam's 'dragon chicken' a Lunar New Year delicacy
The meat of the Dong Tao chicken which can reach up to 10 kg is prized for its tough and chewy texture and is also low in fat.
Mon Jan 23 2023
Ardern's successor as Labour leader faces tough October election
Ardern's Labour Party has slid in the polls, hurt by rising living costs, growing crime and concern about social issues.
Thu Jan 19 2023
AWANI Review: Gordon Ramsay: From kitchen to global empire
Love him or hate him, you can't deny Gordon Ramsay’s success as a businessman. How does the celebrity chef stay relevant and keep standards high at his restaurants around the world? Is he as tough as an entrepreneur as he is in the kitchen? And what does he really think about Malaysian cuisine?
Sun Dec 25 2022
'Tough times': Warnings sound over China's rapid 'zero-COVID' exit
China may now pay the price for shielding a population that lacks "herd immunity" and has low vaccination rates among the elderly.
Wed Dec 14 2022