Geopolitical tensions, economic crisis looms over COP27 meeting in Egypt, amid hope of hastening green energy transition
Research suggests China may have overstated economic growth by a third over 20 years
Several dictators are significantly overstating economic growth, according to research which looks at satellite images of countries at night. As Henry Ridgwell reports, economists have long questioned the reliability of data from autocratic regimes – including China.
Indians celebrate as Sunak takes charge of former colonial power
Former Chancellor Rishi Sunak receives backing of Conservative MPs to succeed Liz Truss, becoming fifth prime minister in six years
Former chancellor Rishi Sunak receives backing of Conservative MPs to succeed Liz Truss, who resigned last week
Some call for end to nuclear deal negotiations with Tehran
A stealth attack on a bridge connecting Russia to Crimea was met with a deadly barrage of Russian missiles, hitting civilian targets throughout Ukraine. What's next after this turning point on The Inside Story-Flashpoint: Ukraine.
Some call for an end to nuclear deal negotiations with Tehran
'Safeguard Defenders' report urges governments to investigate as China opens at least 54 'overseas police service centers' on five continents
A new report warns that in cities worldwide, China has opened dozens of ‘overseas police service centers’ - some of which blackmail criminal suspects into returning home to face charges — in breach of globally accepted extradition laws.
Ukrainian army says it has advanced 55 kilometers into previously Russian-held territory
From Iran to Russia, and Afghanistan to Haiti protests rage around the world as people demand change. What's driving unrest and how are governments reacting? Find out on The Inside Story-The Peoples' Protest
Thousands of Russians are trying to flee the country to escape conscription into the military. President Vladimir Putin announced the move in a televised address Wednesday, as Russian armed forces have been suffering significant losses in the invasion of Ukraine in recent weeks.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a ‘partial mobilization’ following losses in Ukraine invasion
Italy goes to the polls Sunday after the collapse of the ruling coalition in July. As Henry Ridgwell reports, a right-wing party with past links to fascism looks set to win the most votes, raising concerns in the European Union.
Political veteran Silvio Berlusconi eyes return to coalition government
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, who died earlier this month, has been laid to rest following a funeral service attended by over 100 world leaders. Henry Ridgwell reports from London.
Some former British colonies want apology over legacy of empire, reparations for slave trade
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