Shorter hospitalisations, fewer deaths in Omicron wave: US study

According to a US study, the Omicron wave has been less severe with shorter hospitalisations for patients…

39 missing after boat capsizes off Florida, rescue underway: US Coast Guard

The US Coast Guard has launched a search for 39 people reported missing when a boat…

‘Please pray’: Passengers protest in Istanbul airport amid heavy snowfall

Istanbul airport was hit with heavy snow as tourists staged a protest to demand hotel accommodation.…

The obsession with virginity: UK government moves to criminalise ‘virginity repair’ surgery, tests

A law to criminalise “virginity repair” surgery, known as hymenoplasty, has been introduced by the British…

Explosion in Athens causes extensive damage to buildings

Greek capital of Athens was rocked by an explosion that led to a fire. Officials and…

US funding to WHO fell by 25% during the pandemic: Report

US financial contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO) have fallen by 25 per cent during…

Hong Kong may maintain COVID isolation until 2024, risking exodus – Euro chamber

Hong Kong may only reopen in early 2024 because of its stringent COVID-19 policies, which could…

Morning news brief: Biden’s rare sanction threat to Putin; India’s Republic Day celebrations and more

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Joe Biden said that he…

Is Navalny a terrorist? Russia adds Kremlin critic, allies to ‘terrorists’ list; US, EU condemn the move

As authorities continue their crackdown on the opposition, Russia on Tuesday added jailed Kremlin critic Alexei…

US auto safety regulators seek more information from Tesla in drive game probe

The auto safety authorities in the United States are seeking additional information from Tesla Inc for…