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Oil-rich Alberta tests Canada's unity with secession vote

Alberta voters decide next week if they want the oil-rich province to begin the process of separating from Canada, a pivotal test for the country as it confronts a hostile United States.

Freed from Belarus, founder of Lady Gaga's biggest fan site tells his story

For two years, hundreds of thousands of Lady Gaga lovers wondered why the main fan account dedicated to the superstar musician had gone silent across social media.

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Romania builds air-raid shelters near Ukraine border

NATO member Romania announced Tuesday that it has begun building air-raid shelters for residents near the Ukraine border, after drone fragments were found there last week.

Football scouts search for talent in DR Congo's turbulent east

Alexis's eyes shine brightly as he holds a football trophy aloft in a stadium in Goma, a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo's conflict-torn east.

UN maps out decarbonisation of polluting construction sector

The construction sector -- the most polluting and difficult to decarbonise -- must build less, use more sustainable materials and clean up conventional ones to slash its emissions, the United Nations said on Tuesday.

'Rearguard soldiers': Women sew for Russian victory

In the cluttered basement of a residential building outside Moscow, 81-year-old Raisa carefully attached plastic strips to a camouflage net stretched over a wooden stand in front of her.

Apple expected to bow to EU and unveil iPhone with USB-C charger

Apple is expected to unveil its new iPhone lineup on Tuesday, with its Lightning charger ports likely to be replaced on the newest models by a universal charger after a tussle with the European Union.

WTO warns of 'first signs' of trade de-globalisation

The de-globalisation of international trade is far from being a reality, but "the first signs of fragmentation" are appearing, the WTO warned Tuesday, concerned of the effects of the phenomenon on growth and development.

Markets mixed as uneasy traders await key data

Stock markets struggled Tuesday to extend a Wall Street and European rally as traders nervously await US inflation data, while lingering concerns about China's economy remain a millstone.

Asian markets mixed as uneasy traders await key data

Asian markets struggled Tuesday to extend a Wall Street and European rally as traders nervously await US inflation data, while lingering concerns about China's economy remain a millstone.

Oslo Accords promise turned into 'destroyed dreams' in Gaza

Three decades after a historic handshake on the White House lawn that capped months of secret Israeli-Palestinian talks, disillusioned young Gazans face the consquences and failed promises of the once-celebrated Oslo Accords.

N. Korea's Kim in Russia for Putin talks as US warns on arms deal

North Korea's Kim Jong Un was in Russia on a rare overseas visit Tuesday ahead of a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, sparking warnings from Washington over a possible arms deal for Moscow's war in Ukraine.

N. Korean leader travels by train to Russia for Putin talks

North Korea's Kim Jong Un headed for Russia Tuesday on his armoured train, for likely arms talks with President Vladimir Putin in his first trip abroad in four years.

N. Korean leader heads to Russia for Putin talks

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was travelling to Russia by armoured train early Tuesday to meet President Vladimir Putin, Pyongyang reported, with face-to-face talks potentially focused on weapon sales.

Biden urges 'national unity' 22 years after 9/11

President Joe Biden called Monday for Americans to unite despite bitter political differences as the United States marked the 22nd anniversary of Al-Qaeda's 9/11 attacks.

Cuban fathers fret about sons recruited for Ukraine war

For Cuban Pedro Roberto Gamuza, 59, the war in Ukraine has hit very close to home: one of his sons has gone to fight there and another was detained on his way, charged with being a mercenary.

Armenia holds drills with US amid rift with Russia

The United States and Armenia opened military drills on Monday, the latest sign of Yerevan drifting from Moscow's orbit as Russia's invasion of Ukraine reshapes post-Soviet relations.

Modi hails Saudi ties after 'historic' route unveiled

India hailed its "strategic" partnership with oil-rich Saudi Arabia on Monday, days after unveiling a major trade and transport route linking Europe, the Middle East and India as part of a broad alliance.

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un to visit Russia, meet Putin

North Korea said Monday that leader Kim Jong Un would visit Russia and meet President Vladimir Putin, with the reclusive leader's armoured train reportedly on its way to the border.

'Never forget' - US marks 22 years after 9/11

Bells were rung and the names of nearly 3,000 people were read out in somber ceremonies in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania on Monday to mark the 22nd anniversary of the Al-Qaeda attack on the United States.

Bosnian Serb leader Dodik indicted for snubbing peace envoy

Bosnia's Serb leader Milorad Dodik was indicted on Monday for refusing to heed rulings made by an international envoy charged with overseeing the country's landmark peace accords.

French Rugby World Cup authorities face questions over stadium access

French authorities have already come under fire at the Rugby World Cup after fans faced problems getting into stadiums in scenes that briefly evoked memories of last year's Champions League final fiasco.

Red Cross to make more cuts amid dwindling funds

The Red Cross said Monday that shrinking funding would force it to make further cuts, after already slashing 1,500 jobs this year, amid efforts to avoid reducing humanitarian assistance.

UK suspect denies being 'Chinese spy' as Beijing slams claims

The UK government on Monday faced calls to get tougher with China, after police arrested a parliamentary researcher on suspicion of spying for Beijing.

'You look very young': Biden's age under scrutiny in Vietnam

"You haven't aged a day."

Stock markets mostly rise as US inflation data looms

Equity markets mostly advanced Monday as investors turned attention to a key US inflation report due this week, hoping for a reading that would ease concerns about a further interest-rate hike from the Federal Reserve.

Macron in Bangladesh to 'consolidate' France's Asia-Pacific push

President Emmanuel Macron was in Bangladesh on Monday in a bid to "consolidate" France's Asia-Pacific strategy and counterbalance a "new imperialism" in a region where China's influence is increasingly being extended.

Biden leads US tech push in Vietnam

President Joe Biden and senior executives from top US tech firms including Google and Intel met Vietnamese business leaders Monday after the two countries agreed to deepen cooperation as Washington seeks to counter China's growing clout.

US, Vietnam warn against 'threat or use of force' in South China Sea

The United States and Vietnam warned on Monday against the "threat or use of force" in the disputed South China Sea, days after the latest clash involving Chinese vessels.

Most Asian markets in retreat as US inflation data looms

Asian markets mostly fell Monday as investors turn their attention to a key US inflation report later in the week, hoping for a reading that will ease concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate plans.

Moscow claims Putin's party wins votes in annexed Ukraine regions

Russia claimed Sunday that the United Russia party, which staunchly backs President Vladimir Putin, had won local ballots in four Ukrainian regions occupied by Russia.

Moscow claims Putin's party leading votes in annexed Ukraine regions

Russia's Central Elections Commission claimed on Sunday that the United Russia party, which staunchly backs President Vladimir Putin, was leading local ballots in four Ukrainian regions occupied by Russian forces.

Prince Harry loses penalty shootout to German politican on TV

Prince Harry lost a penalty shootout with defence minister Boris Pistorius on German TV without scoring a goal on Saturday.

US, Vietnam agree to deepen ties as China worries grow

US President Joe Biden hailed closer ties with Vietnam on Sunday as the two countries struck a deal to deepen relations and cooperation on strategic supplies in the face of growing competition from China.

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