Beijing is Pyongyang's main political and economic backer.

Iran has switched from projecting power via its proxies to using its own firepower to protect them, analysts say.

Climate experts warn that 25% of World Cup games could be played in very hot conditions, affecting fans and players.

Raids on South African farms have uncovered meth labs linked to Mexican networks, signalling a new cartel phase.

Ibrahim Moussawi says Hezbollah stepped in after diplomacy and the Lebanese state failed.

The US, Mexico and Canada have announced Ebola-related travel restrictions before the start of the World Cup.

The war, which has entered its 100th day, has triggered global energy crisis, drawing concerns from world leaders.

One hundred days into the US-Israel war on Iran, we look at the number of times a deal seemed close.