Aug 28 Watch 9:43 What's next for Russia and Wagner Group in Africa following death of Prigozhin By Nick Schifrin For many, the fiery demise of Yevgeny Prigozhin was foretold two months ago after his failed mutiny against Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Prigozhin and his mercenary Wagner Group were an important expeditionary force for the Kremlin in Africa. Nick… Continue watching
Aug 28 Greece authorities reinforce firefighting forces to tackle massive blaze in the country's northeast By Elena Becatoros, Associated Press Greek authorities have reinforced firefighting forces in the northeastern part of the country where a massive deadly wildfire was burning for a 10th day with no signs of abating. Continue reading
Aug 28 Japan calls on China to ask citizens to stop harassment in wake of Fukushima wastewater discharge By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press The discharge of the wastewater into the ocean, which began Thursday and is expected to continue for decades, has been strongly opposed by fishing groups and by neighboring countries. Continue reading
Aug 28 Pope Francis denounces 'backward' attitudes of conservatives in U.S. Catholic Church By Associated Press The Pope said those conservatives have replaced faith with ideology and that a correct understanding of Catholic doctrine allows for change over time. Continue reading
Aug 28 U.S., China agree to talk export controls, but make no concessions on other disputes By Joe McDonald, Associated Press Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s government wants to revive foreign investor interest in China as it tries to reverse a deepening economic slump. Continue reading
Aug 28 China to stop requiring negative COVID-19 test from incoming travelers By Simina Mistreanu, Associated Press Beijing ended its tough domestic “zero COVID” policy only in December, after years of draconian curbs that at times included full-city lockdowns and lengthy quarantines for people who were infected. Continue reading
Aug 27 Zimbabwe's opposition alleges fraud in election that extends incumbent party's 43-year rule By Farai Mutsaka, Gerald Imray, Associated Press Zimbabwe’s main opposition leader on Sunday alleged “blatant and gigantic fraud” in the country’s election after President Emmerson Mnangagwa was declared the winner and international observers reported an atmosphere of intimidation against voters. Continue reading
Aug 27 More than 600 firefighters with air support struggle to control wildfires in Greece By Elena Becatoros, Associated Press Greece has been plagued by daily outbreaks of dozens of fires over the past week as gale-force winds and hot, dry summer conditions combined to whip up flames and hamper firefighting efforts. Continue reading
Aug 27 Watch 1:57 News Wrap: U.S. Marine Corps aircraft crashes in Australia, killing 3 In our news wrap Saturday, three U.S. Marines died in an aircraft crash in Australia, Florida is bracing for Tropical Storm Idalia heading toward the state, Russia confirmed that Yevgeny Prigozhin died in Wednesday’s plane crash outside Moscow, and hundreds… Continue watching
Aug 27 Watch 6:12 How climate change is disrupting the global food supply By John Yang, Harry Zahn The effects of climate change have been hard to miss across North America and Europe this summer: record heat, wildfires and warming oceans. There are also other, less obvious consequences that affect both the quantity and quality of food crops. Continue watching