Pope Leo inaugurates Vatican-run ecological training centre
Pope Leo on Friday (September 5) inaugurated a new Vatican-run ecological training centre in the Italian countryside, an initiative Catholic officials...
Hong Kong’s High Court sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to up to 10 years in prison under a Beijing-imposed security law, sparking criticism from the U.S., which called the trial “politically motivated.” Authorities insist the law was needed to restore order.
Hong Kong’s High Court on Tuesday sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to prison terms of up to 10 years following a landmark national security trial, which has dealt a significant blow to the city’s once vibrant democracy movement and attracted criticism from the U.S. and other nations.
In 2021, a total of 47 pro-democracy activists were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit subversion under a national security law imposed by Beijing. They faced potential life sentences. Benny Tai, a former legal scholar identified as one of the “organisers” of the group, received a 10-year jail term, the longest handed down under the 2020 law so far.
Some Western governments have criticised the proceedings, with the U.S. calling them “politically motivated” and urging the release of the activists, who it claims were legally and peacefully engaged in political activities.
However, the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities argue the national security legislation was necessary to restore order following the widespread pro-democracy protests in 2019, and insist the activists have been dealt with in accordance with local laws.
AnewZ has learned that India has once again blocked Azerbaijan’s application for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, while Pakistan’s recent decision to consider diplomatic relations with Armenia has been coordinated with Baku as part of Azerbaijan’s peace agenda.
A powerful eruption at Japan’s Shinmoedake volcano sent an ash plume more than 3,000 metres high on Sunday morning, prompting safety warnings from authorities.
A day of mourning has been declared in Portugal to pay respect to victims who lost their lives in the Lisbon Funicular crash which happened on Wednesday evening.
The UK is gearing up for Exercise Pegasus 2025, its largest pandemic readiness test since COVID-19. Running from September to November, this full-scale simulation will challenge the country's response to a fast-moving respiratory outbreak.
A Polish Air Force pilot was killed on Thursday when an F-16 fighter jet crashed during a training flight ahead of the 2025 Radom International Air Show.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday called for a wide-ranging re-examination of the Federal Reserve’s role and authority, including its control over interest rate policy, as the Trump administration steps up its campaign to assert greater oversight over the central bank.
The Trump administration is preparing to introduce new rules that would restrict or potentially block imports of Chinese-made drones and medium to heavy-duty vehicles, citing national security concerns.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer carried out a major cabinet reshuffle on Friday (September 5), appointing new deputies as well as foreign and interior ministers in a bid to reassert control following the resignation of his deputy, Angela Rayner.
Australian driver Daniel Ricciardo confirmed on Friday (September 5) that his racing career has come to an end, announcing he will take on a new role as a global motorsports ambassador for Ford.
Lebanon’s cabinet on Friday (September 5) endorsed an army proposal to disarm Hezbollah, saying the military would begin implementing it, though without a set timeline and while noting the army’s limited resources.
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