14-year-old in S. Korea sets home ablaze after dispute with parents over smartphone, avoids arrest

The teen allegedly started the fire by using a lighter in her third-floor bedroom.

Indonesia grants unlimited stay permit for former citizens in lieu of dual citizenship

Nearly 4,000 Indonesians became Singaporean citizens from 2019 to 2022, according to data from the Directorate General of Immigration.

Gunmen attack Pakistan paramilitary force headquarters, police say

PESHAWAR, Pakistan - Gunmen attacked a paramilitary force headquarters in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar on Monday, police said.

Africa: Meet the Activists Working to End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls

[Spotlight Initiative] November 25 marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence -- a civil society-led initiative calling for action to ensure that every woman and girl can live a life free from violence.

US and Ukrainian delegations report progress on ending Russian invasion after talks in Geneva

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Ukraine’s concerns were taken on board and will be incorporated in possible amendments to US President Donald Trump’s initial proposal for peace. Rubio noted that higher-level talks will be needed to agree on a final text.

Africa: Industry At the Heart of Global Solutions - Global Summit Opens in Riyadh

[UN News] Leaders from across the world are debating how industry can help tackle some of the world's most urgent challenges - from climate change and food insecurity to the need for fairer supply chains - at the Global Industry Summit, which opened on Sunday in Riyadh, Saudi

Africa: Is the Glass Half Full or Half Empty As the Global Fund Secures U.S.$11.34 Billion in Ongoing Replenishment

[Nigeria Health Watch] In 2001, when the late Kofi Annan, former Secretary-General of the United Nations was championed the creation of the Global Fund, he is famously quoted as saying "When I first mooted the idea of the Global Fund, people said I was dreaming... I love

Malaysia floods affect 11,000 people across 7 states

The north-eastern state of Kelantan, which borders Thailand, has been the worst hit.

‘Mouse seaports’ and rogue customs officers: How used clothes get smuggled into Indonesia

It's widely believed that over 90% of the second-hand clothes sold in Indonesia are illegal imports.

Most Americans oppose military action in Venezuela: Poll

Most Americans are against military action in Venezuela after recent tension in the region, according to a new poll from CBS News/YouGov. In the poll, 70 percent said they were against “the U.S. taking military action in Venezuela,” while 30 percent said they were for it. The

Africa: COP30 Falls Short, Offering a 'Spark of Hope but Far More Heartbreak' - Oxfam

[Oxfam] In response to the outcome of COP30, Oxfam Brasil Executive Director Viviana Santiago said:

Africa: COP30 Text 'Unacceptable' and Fails Communities At Frontline of Climate Disasters

[Oxfam] In response to the latest 'Mutirão' text, Nafkote Dabi, Oxfam International Climate Policy Lead, said:

Africa: Ethiopia Expands Diplomatic Reach As PM Abiy Engages Global and African Leaders in South Africa

[ENA] Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed leveraged his engagements in South Africa to advance Ethiopia's strategic interests, deepen key alliances, and elevate the country's influence on continental and global platforms.

Africa: AU Commission Chair Condemns Abduction of School Children in Nigeria

[Nile Post] The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has strongly condemned the reported abduction of school children and teachers in Nigeria, describing the attacks as a "despicable act" against innocent learners and a worrying

Africa: PM Abiy Calls On G20 to Strengthen Compact With Africa Multi-Donor Trust Fund

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The G20 needs to take concrete steps to strengthen the Compact with Africa Multi-Donor Trust Fund, expand financial guarantees, advance timely debt relief, and champion African continental integration, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said at the G20 meeting in

Africa: G20 Summit Ends With Commitment to Multilateralism, Despite U.S. Boycott

[RFI] The G20 summit in Johannesburg closed on Sunday with South Africa claiming a diplomatic victory after securing agreement on a wide-ranging declaration - despite a boycott by the United States and warnings from several leaders that the forum is struggling to remain

Africa: Ntshavheni Hails Historic G20 Consensus That Places Africa At the Centre

[SAnews.gov.za] Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has described the first day of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg as a "very successful" opening that delivered a landmark declaration prioritising Africa and the developing world.

Africa: G20 Summit Highlights Global Trade Dynamics and Africa's Growing Influence

[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, on Sunday provided insights into complex international trade negotiations, emphasising multilateral cooperation and Africa's emerging strategic role.

Africa: Corruption, Lack of Accountability Helps Organised Crime to Thrive Across Africa

[RFI] Organised crime has steadily gained ground across Africa since 2019, while efforts to combat it have weakened, according to the 2025 Africa Organised Crime Index. The new analysis found that corruption, disregard for law and lack of accountability are helping criminal

Africa: Global Inequality Is As Urgent As Climate Change - the World Needs a Panel of Experts to Steer Solutions

[The Conversation Africa] Given the escalating scale of inequality in the world, shouldn't countries be banding together to set up an international panel on the issue, along the same lines as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the United Nations body set up

Africa: Africa's Hidden Stillbirth Crisis - New Report Exposes Major Policy and Data Gaps

[The Conversation Africa] Nearly one million babies are stillborn in Africa every year. Behind every stillbirth is a mother, a family and a story left untold. Most of these are preventable, many unrecorded, and too often invisible. Each number hides a moment of heartbreak, and

Africa: Belém COP30 Delivers Climate Finance Boost and a Pledge to Plan Fossil Fuel Transition

[UN News] In a pivotal outcome at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, countries agreed on a sweeping package to scale up climate finance and accelerate implementation of the Paris Agreement - but without a clear commitment to move away from fossil fuels.

Africa: 'Leave No One Behind' - As Wealth Gap Widens, UN Calls for New Industrial Deal for World's Poorest

[UN News] Ministers and leaders from across the world's 44 least developed countries have pledged to accelerate industrialisation that benefits all, and strengthen resilience in the face of global challenges, at an international UN conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Africa: It's Time for Leadership and Vision, Guterres Tells G20 in South Africa

[UN News] A South African flag-coloured King Protea flower - symbolising hope and regeneration - is the chosen logo for this year's G20 Leaders' Summit, taking place on African soil for the first time.

Africa: Climate Change and Inequality Are Connected - Policies Need to Reflect This

[The Conversation Africa] An increasingly strong case is being made to bring inequality into discussions about climate change. The logic behind this has been set out by leading international institutions such as the International Labour Organisation, the UN Environmental

Africa: Can Industrial Growth and Climate Action Go Hand in Hand?

[UN News] Do higher living standards in developing countries have to mean more polluting, fossil-fuel dependent industries? Or is a low-carbon alternative possible? As the world grapples with climate change, economic inequality, and rapid technological shifts, next week's

Africa: GBVF Declared a National Disaster Ahead of G20 Women's Shutdown

[Health-e] The national campaign calling for Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) to be declared a national disaster reached a breakthrough. At the G20 Social Summit on 20 November, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the government will officially classify GBVF as a

Africa: Off-Label Use of Covid-19 Vaccines Was Once Discouraged but Has Become Common Amid New Guidelines

[The Conversation Africa] Following the federal government's changes to COVID-19 vaccine eligibility and recommendations in 2025, many people are wondering whether they can get COVID-19 vaccines for themselves or their children.

Africa: AU Commission Reform Must Align With Africa's Ambitious Agenda

[ISS] The African Union needs more commissioners, not fewer, to efficiently handle the scope and complexity of continental challenges.

Philippine president says 7 suspects in corruption scandal have been detained, others being sought

UK 'world's most expensive place' to develop nuclear power

Experts criticised “overly complex” rules and called for an overhaul of Britain's nuclear strategy.

Environment and health: A connection that remains unseen in the Climate Change Conferences

In a conversation with Luciana Julião, environment editor at The Conversation Brasil, during COP30 in Belém, Fiocruz researcher and environmental health specialist Sandra Hacon explained why the integration of climate, environment and health has guided her research for two

China Box Office: Bi Gan’s Mesmerizing Arthouse Drama ‘Resurrection’ Opens to $16.5 Million

Starring Shu Qi and Jackson Yee, Bi Gan's meditative cinematic odyssey beat out anime blockbuster 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' to win the weekend at China's box office.

Japan firms turn to satellites, AI to find abandoned houses for sale

Japanese government data showed that in 2023, there were around 9 million abandoned homes.

Kiran Rao’s Kindling Pictures Backs Bosco Bhandarkar’s ‘Shadow Hill’ at WAVES Film Bazaar

Kiran Rao’s production banner Kindling Pictures is backing commercial director Bosco Bhandarkar’s feature directorial debut “Shadow Hill: Of Spirits and Men,” which has been selected for the WAVES Film Bazaar’s Co-Production Market. The Bazaar is the market component of the

‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Finds Its Losers Club: The Young Cast on Landing Their Roles and Their Fears of Pennywise

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from Season 1, Episode 5 of “It: Welcome to Derry,” now streaming on HBO Max. Pennywise the Clown feeds on fear, and children are his entree of choice. When the first episode of HBO’s “It: Welcome to Derry” introduced an ensemble of

WAVES Film Bazaar Unveils Two New Awards to Boost Filmmaking Support

Two new awards, UNESCO Creative Cities Network City of Film Award for the Best Co-Production Market Project and the Matchbox Gap Award for the Best Film Bazaar Recommends Project, have been unveiled at WAVES Film Bazaar, the market component of the International Film Festival

Glamour and freebies mask perilous journey for Malaysian drug mules

Some were well aware of what they were carrying while others were simply naive.

‘Culture cringe’: experts dismiss Coalition claims Chris Bowen cannot remain minister while leading Cop31 negotiations

Opposition claims key diplomatic role at next year’s conference in Turkey would make Bowen a ‘part-time minister’ while Australians face inflated energy prices Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free

White House to pitch a Trump Obamacare extension with limits

Republicans have been eager for Trump to reveal his preferences on expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.

Bird Flu Epidemic Immigrant Drama ‘Feather Men’ Bows at WAVES Film Bazaar

Immigrant drama “Feather Men” (Khoriya), the debut feature from Delhi-based filmmaker Vishwendra Singh, has been selected for the Work-in-Progress (WIP) section at WAVES Film Bazaar, the market component of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The project comes from

Malaysia says it plans to ban social media for under-16s from 2026

Malaysian floods affect 11,000 people across seven states

KUALA LUMPUR - More than 11,000 people in seven Malaysian states have been affected by flooding caused by torrential rain, the national disaster agency said on Monday.

Malaysian floods affect 11,000 people across 7 states

60 temporary shelters have been opened in the affected states to house those displaced by floods.

Psychological Horror ‘No Onions’ Debuts at WAVES Film Bazaar

Set within the charged social landscape of Ahmedabad, writer-director Aarti Neharsh’s debut feature “Kanda” or “No Onions” uses psychological horror to probe questions of purity, caste and domestic control. The film has Shakun Batra (“Gehraiyaan”) of Jouska Films and Dimpy

Trump: 'Republican Party has never been so united'

President Trump on Sunday said the GOP “has never been so united” after recent tension between himself and some members of the party. “The Republican Party has never been so UNITED AS IT iS RIGHT NOW!” the president said in a post on his Truth Social platform. “Other than Rand

The crypto industry’s $36.6 billion in ‘dirty money’

Crypto companies have labelled themselves safe and secure, yet billions in illicit money has flowed into their coffers.

How can Australia convince the world to give up fossil fuels if Anthony Albanese is contradicting himself on gas expansion? | Bill Hare

Getting to net zero CO 2 emissions globally means we can halt global warming. This requires a rapid phase-out. It’s physics With another set of global climate talks behind us, the Australian government faces some tricky tasks before it takes over negotiations at the next round

The plague of frog costumes demonstrates the subversive power of play in protests

When the center of protests against immigration enforcement switched recently to Charlotte, North Carolina, so did the frogs.

EV dreams stall in Indian-administered Kashmir amid poor infrastructure, harsh winters

Electric vehicles make up only 4 per cent of vehicles in Jammu and Kashmir, with the majority being small rickshaws.