Rains from dying typhoon batter China for seventh day
Southern China has been hit by heavy rains for the seventh consecutive day due to a typhoon, causing flooding and trapping residents. The typhoon, Haikui, has weakened to a tropical storm but continues to cause havoc in the region. The city of Shenzhen experienced the heaviest rain since records began in 1952, while Hong Kong […]
Russian regional vote delivers strong result for Putin amid claims of rigging
Russia concluded regional and municipal elections on Sunday, with President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party receiving strong support. The vote, which included regions annexed from Ukraine, has been criticized for vote rigging and violating international law. The overwhelming support for Putin’s party reaffirms the Kremlin’s message of stability.