Cheney became one of the most powerful vice-presidents in US history under George W Bush.
Seven climbers dead after Nepal avalanche
Rescuers located two bodies and are searching for the remaining five, believed to have been buried by snow.
Drone strike hits funeral in Sudan, killing many mourners
The paramilitary RSF has been blamed for the attack as fighting in the oil-rich Kordofan area intensifies.
Drone strike hits funeral in Sudan, killing many mourners
The paramilitary RSF has been blamed for the attack as fighting in the oil-rich Kordofan area intensifies.
Dick Cheney: Former US vice-president who helped lead ‘war on terror’
The Washington insider whose vast experience of American politics was crucial to the presidency of George W Bush and widely seen as the architect of the “war on terror.
China sentences infamous Myanmar scam mafia members to death
The Bai family is among notorious crime gangs ensnared in a crackdown on scam networks.
Canada’s Mark Carney promises ‘bold’ first federal budget
The prime minister has promised “generational investments” and warned of “sacrifices” as he seeks to transform an economy upended by US tariffs.
Polls open in NYC mayoral race – here are five things to watch in US elections
Though President Donald Trump is not on the ballot, his agenda looms large over the races in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia.
Streamers will be made to produce Australian content
Australian government is introducing laws requiring streamers to invest a minimum amount in local content.
At least three dead as typhoon causes devastation in the Philippines
Typhoon Kalmaegi has flooded large areas, including entire towns on the island of Cebu.


