Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Hezbollah carried out an infiltration attempt along the Lebanese-Israeli frontier on Monday, disputing the Iranian-backed Shiite group’s denial of any involvement in...
Saudi Arabia gears up for downsized hajj rituals
Saudi Arabia, one of the worst-hit countries in the Middle East by coronavirus, is preparing to host the annual hajj pilgrimage, albeit on a significantly reduced scale. Umer Karim, visiting fellow at the Royal United...
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Most Wanted | Brazil’s Bolsonaro accused of ‘crimes against humanity’ over COVID-19 outbreak
Brazil’s suffered more than 87-thousand deaths over Covid-19, and 2.4-million registered cases, making it the second-worst affected country after the United States. Health workers are accusing the president of...
Coronavirus: South Africa in midst of COVID-19 ‘storm’
South Africa is now the world’s fifth worst-hit country for coronavirus cases – but the actual situation may be far worse. Residents in poorer townships are finding it hard to be tested. And in cities like...
Virtual kidnapping scam of Chinese students in Australia exposed
A scam where Chinese students in Australia are forced to send photos and videos of themselves faking being kidnapped, has ripped off many parents in China.
Recycling firm uses kitchen waste for better harvests
An increasing number of Kenyans living in urban areas are starting their own gardens to grow food. This has created demand for products that can help improve yields. One small Kenyan company is tapping into the market...