On April 17, the first day of the Myanmar New Year, Win Myint walked out of Taungoo Prison. He had been arrested in the small hours of February 1, 2021, the morning the military seized power from the government he led. He is Myanmar’s last democratically elected president.
Critics say end-of-life care in shared wards could place emotional strain on patients and families.
MOSCOW, April 20 - A German citizen has been detained in Russia's Stavropol region for planning a \"terrorist attack\" at a law enforcement facility, Russian media reported on Monday.
DUBAI, April 20 - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that every rational and diplomatic path should be used to reduce tensions with the U.S., but added that vigilance and distrust in interactions with Washington were an \"undeniable necessity\", according to the
No one has been convicted since the attack, which killed 279 people.
The transit through the major sea route was in accordance with international law.
The conflict in 2025 between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan was their worst in decades.
The Iran war has delivered a profound and systemic shock to the Gulf, fundamentally challenging two assumptions that have underpinned regional stability for the better part of a century. For decades, the Gulf’s economic model thrived on a perception of stability, reinforced by
The suspect was handcuffed as he was brought in by police officers to a court complex.
It is unsure whether the civilians were killed by Indonesian or rebel fire.
MOSCOW, April 20 - A major Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse sparked a fire and killed at least one person, Russian officials said on Monday, just hours after a blaze was doused in the wake of a similar attack on April 16.
When US President Donald Trump said, “A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight,” he hardly knew the profundity of his words. Iran, formerly Persia, has a history that goes back at least 7,000 years, and has a long list of great contributions to the world. Among these
Footage online shows vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.
TAIPEI, April 20 - The head of one of Taiwan's top business groups said on Monday both Beijing and Taipei should leave politics out of resuming normal trade and tourism exchanges, after China unveiled new incentives for the island.
Several senior politicians are among those with the worst attendance records
But over 140 firms reported being hit by ransomware attacks but were able to restore their systems without paying.
One poll noted a bigger drop in support among people aged 60 and over compared with those from younger generations.
A quiet vulnerability sits at the heart of American health care. The United States — home to the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical sector — depends heavily on China for the active pharmaceutical ingredients used to manufacture its medicines. How heavily is debated. Some
Fresh protein products are leading the increase as producers struggle with energy price volatility.
Around 6,000 residents of Wang Fuk Court were given three-hour windows to retrieve their belongings for the first time since the fire.
In an Instagram post on Sunday (Apr 19), Indian actress Deepika Padukone revealed that she was expecting her second child with her husband, actor Ranveer Singh.
Why the real contest is no longer about crypto enthusiasm, but about payment rails, trade finance and the architecture of cross-border liquidity The loudest reading of stablecoins is still the wrong one. They are not becoming important because cryptocurrency has finally won
Manufacturers are seeking alternative sources amid a shortage of traditional supplies.
HONG KONG, April 20 - Victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades began government-supervised visits to their ravaged former homes on Monday for the first time since the November blaze, looking to retrieve personal items that might have survived.
They are joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces.
A search was also under way for a man living at a property that was flooded in the suburb of Karori.
WELLINGTON, April 20 - Residents in low-lying areas of New Zealand’s capital city Wellington were urged to evacuate on Monday, as heavy rain continued to drench the city, which experienced flash flooding overnight.
More than 17,000 soldiers, airmen and sailors are taking part in the 19-day exercises, including contingents from Australia, New Zealand, France and Canada.
SEOUL, April 20 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung heads into talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday, aiming for a big boost in economic cooperation, particularly in areas such as shipbuilding.
WASHINGTON/CAIRO, April 20 - Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might collapse after the U.S. said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate.
Experts also warn of the increasing likelihood of flash floods.
Mr Abcideff said his unique name has never caused him trouble when voting during elections.
Mr Toh Khai Shern has about 20 per cent vision, limited to light and shadows.
The tougher rules come amid concerns that vapes have been sold to minors
A growing number of private academies now offer coaching specifically for class president elections.
Authorities confirmed that 0perations at KLIA T1 have stabilised on April 19.
The man in his 50s was on South Korea’s wanted list for distributing sexually explicit content.
The fugitive spent seven days on the run.
Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts.
Gao Zhen is being retroactively punished for 15 year-old-works, in a case that has alarmed rights groups.
Brent crude futures rose about 6 per cent to US$95.36 a barrel.
Iran says it has no plans to negotiate with the US after President Donald Trump threatened Sunday that “the whole country is going to get blown up” if Iran refuses to make a deal. There are conflicting reports on what Trump subsequently described as an attack on an Iranian
WELLINGTON, April 20 - A newly released poll showed support has fallen further for New Zealand's ruling National Party and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, as he continues to face questions over whether he can retain his party's backing to stay in the top job.
Reports say that members of his National Party may be prepared to back a leadership challenge.
This is the fourth ballistic missile launch in April and the seventh in 2026.