A poll with outsize importance: What to know about Taiwan’s election

Taiwanese voters will choose their next president and legislature on January 13. China and the US will be watching.

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Blinken says Palestinians displaced in Gaza must be able to return home

In Doha, the top US diplomat rejected Israeli officials' comments calling for mass displacement of Gaza residents.

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US defence chief promises transparency amid secrecy around hospital stay

Lloyd Austin went to hospital for elective surgery on January 1 but the White House was not notified.

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Woman in her 90s pulled alive from rubble of Japan earthquake

The 7.6 quake struck on New Year's Day, causing extensive damage to communities on the Noto Peninsula.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 683

As the war enters its 683rd day, these are the main developments.

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Thousands protest in Israel demanding captive release, government to resign

Protesters angry at the government rallied in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem calling for return of captives held in Gaza.

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Is Bangladesh on a path to becoming a one-party state?

The governing Awami League is likely to win another term in Sunday's election.

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T20 World Cup 2024: India vs Pakistan scheduled on June 9 in New York

India and Pakistan will play in New York on June 9 as the schedule for the T20 World Cup 2024 is announced.

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Three years on, January 6 Capitol riot reverberates in US courts, 2024 race

US Capitol riot continues to fuel divisions as criminal cases progress in courts, including a Donald Trump indictment.

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Asia’s business heirs look beyond profits, hoping to escape parents’ shadow

Second- and third-generation family businesses say sustainable investments are a priority like never before.

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Russia used North Korean missiles in Ukraine, US says

The United States also expressed concerns that Russia is seeking close-range ballistic missiles from Iran.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 680

As the war enters is 680th day, these are the main developments.

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Why temples are a top campaign stop in Taiwan’s election

Temples help politicians meet local voters, but there are concerns some may be too close to Beijing.

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Israel’s controversial use of weapons in Gaza

Nabila Bana takes a look at some of the weapons Israel is allegedly using and why their use could be leading to high

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Who was Saleh al-Arouri, the Hamas leader killed in Beirut?

Killing of the deputy chief of Hamas’s political bureau could spark retaliation from Hamas and Hezbollah.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 679

As the war enters its 679th day, these are the main developments.

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China targets friendly media, diplomats to ‘tell story of Xinjiang’

Beijing organises visits to region where it is accused of potential crimes against humanity, but not all are convinced.

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Names linked to Jeffrey Epstein set to be made public: All you need to know

Previously sealed court documents are expected to include names of more than 150 people linked to disgraced financier.

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South Korean opposition leader stabbed in neck, rushed to hospital

Lee Jae-myung was attacked as he spoke to reporters during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 678

As the war enters its 678th day, these are the main developments.

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US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions.

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