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UAE releases footage of destroying ballistic missile site

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates say they intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile. The UAE's ministry of defense released nosecone footage they say shows the destruction of the missile platform and launch site in Yemen. There have been a series of attacks on the UAE this month by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.

TLcom secures $70mn pan-African tech fund

TLcom has secured $70 million in funding, the first tranche of its $150-million Africa-focused tech fund. The venture capital firm says it plans to expand to Egypt as it focuses on tech-enabled African start-ups.

North Korea Confirms Longest-range Missile Test Since 2017

North Korea has confirmed its test of an intermediate-range ballistic missile. It is the biggest missile North Korea has tested in more than four years. The move further increases pressure on the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden, as VOA's Bill Gallo reports from Seoul.

Ashleigh Barty celebrates Australian Open win

Tennis world number one Ashleigh Barty says she is "lucky" to have won three grand slams but adds she doesn't feel she belongs in the same category as the "GOAT" (greatest of all time) of women's tennis Serena Williams. Barty became the first Australian to win her home Grand Slam in 44 years on Saturday 29 January 2022.

Australia pledges $35M to protect a national treasure

Australia's government is making a multimillion dollar investment to protect its beloved koalas. The animals face challenges on two major fronts: destruction of habitat and disease. Some conservationists warn the infusion of money may not be enough. CNN's Michael Holmes has more.

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