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Nelson Mandela dies, aged 95

Nelson Mandela dies, aged 95

His struggle became an iconic symbol for a nation emerging from decades of Apartheid rule.

Austerity plan working, says Osborne

Austerity plan working, says Osborne

Mr Osborne also said growth forecasts for next year had been revised from 1.8 per cent to 2.5 per cent.

Chinese tourists spending in UK surges

Chinese tourists spending in UK surges

The British government is set to launch a campaign to attract more Chinese travellers.

Singh: India needs telecom manufacturing base

Singh: India needs telecom manufacturing base

The prime minister said India needs to bridge the rural-urban telecommunications divide.

China: The catalyst in Russia-Aussie trade ties

China: The catalyst in Russia-Aussie trade ties

Moscow and Canberra should step up strategic mutually beneficial ties, writes Barden.

Dozens killed and injured in Yemen blast

Dozens killed and injured in Yemen blast

At least 20 soldiers have been killed and dozens wounded in the latest violence in the capital Sanaa.

Corruption costs Russia $271mn in 2 years- Report

Corruption costs Russia $271mn in 2 years- Report

Russia ranked 127th out of 177 countries on a 2013 corruption index.

Xi: China, US obligated to maintain security

Xi: China, US obligated to maintain security

"Enhancing dialogue and cooperation is the only correct choice for us," the Chinese President said.

Local elections end in Indian capital

Local elections end in Indian capital

More than 10 million voters were eligible to cast their ballots at 11,753 polling stations in Delhi.

Adidas unveil Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup ball

Adidas unveil Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup ball

The Brazuca has been worked on for nearly three years making it the most-tested ball in history.