Direct impact or nuclear weapons? How to save Earth from an asteroid
NASA's DART mission to test deflecting an asteroid using "kinetic impact" with a spaceship is just one way to defend planet Earth from an approaching object -- and for now, the only method possible with current technology.
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UN chief urges end to 'era of nuclear blackmail'
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres renewed his call Monday for the global abolition of nuclear weapons as concerns grow over Russia's threat to use them in the Ukraine war.
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UK PM Truss under fire as pound sinks
The government of new British Prime Minister Liz Truss on Monday came under pressure after the pound hit a record low against the dollar following last week's huge tax-cutting budget.
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China, Russia face historic scrutiny at UN rights council
China and Russia face possible action by the UN's top rights body following historic draft resolutions against the two powerful permanent members of the Security Council.
Read moreStocks volatile, pound hits record low
Markets seesawed and the British pound took a beating Monday as recession fears brought volatility to the markets.
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Ukraine probes suspected mass burial on Russia border
Ukraine's latest suspected mass burial site is in a shell-damaged and abandoned industrial chicken farm, on a hill near the Russian border strewn with the debris of battle.
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Ex-England boss Lancaster to take over as Racing 92 coach
Leinster's former England head coach Stuart Lancaster has been appointed Racing 92 boss for next season, both clubs announced on Monday.
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Canada announces end to Covid border restrictions
Canada will suspend Covid-19 border restrictions in October, the country's public health agency said Monday.
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Apple to make iPhone 14 in India in shift away from China
Apple will manufacture its new flagship smartphone in India, the US tech giant said Monday, as it seeks to diversify production away from a dependence on China.
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England's Knight accuses India of lying over 'Mankad' run-out
England women's captain Heather Knight has accused India of "lying" about giving tailender Charlie Dean warnings before her controversial "Mankad" run-out in the third one-day international between the sides.
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