Why is Mexico standing up to bigger neighbours US, Canada on corn?
Mexico has barred the import of GMO corn for human consumption, raising the ire of exporter US where most corn is GMO.
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Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing: What does international law say?
If Canada proves allegations of Indian involvement, experts say killing would violate international, human rights law.
In Nigeria, grief spills to the streets over death of Afrobeats star Mohbad
The late star, 27, died in mysterious circumstances after a label feud and that has led to outrage across Nigeria.
What lies ahead for the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh?
Many residents of the breakaway region say they cannot conceive any form of safe reintegration into Azerbaijan.
Election delay in Pakistan raises doubts of ‘free and fair’ vote
Pakistan’s election body has announced that the general elections will now be held the last week of January.
Israeli military attacks Gaza Strip amid protests at border
At least 22 people have been injured in attacks targeting Hamas's security outposts in the besieged enclave.
EU to start releasing money to Tunisia under migration pact
The European Union is set to 'swiftly' disburse 127 million euros as part of a July deal to halt irregular migration.
Palestinians must not have veto over Arab-Israel deals, Netanyahu tells UN
Israeli prime minister's speech focuses on push for formal relations with Saudi Arabia. Here's all you need to know.
US says Haiti security mission could deploy ‘in months’, urges support
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says US ready to provide 'financial and logistical' aid to proposed Haiti deployment.
US Senator Bob Menendez indicted on bribery charges
Prosecutors accuse top Democrat and wife of corruption, including using his power to influence policy to benefit Egypt.
Kashmir’s top pro-freedom cleric leads Friday prayers after four years
Separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq allowed back in Srinagar's historic Jamia Masjid after four years of detention.
Tunisian cartoonist to appear in court for drawings mocking PM
Omrane, who was briefly detained and questioned, is well known for publishing satirical cartoons featuring politicians.
Syriza leadership: After Tsipras, an ex-banker runs to rule the Greek left
Stefanos Kasselakis hopes to lead the Greek left into a new era after a series of disappointing results at the polls.
Analysis: Libya and Morocco’s twin tragedies highlight differences
Libya and Morocco experienced tragedies in the same week, but there are clear differences in how they played out.
Ukraine hits Black Sea navy HQ in Crimea missile attack, one dead
At least one person has been killed and a fire was sparked in Kyiv's assault on the annexed peninsula, Russia says.
Large methane gas leak in Baltic Sea discovered
A major methane gas leak is flowing from unusual depths of the Baltic Sea, Sweden research expedition finds.
US launches new economic working groups with China in bid to quell tension
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says working groups mark 'important step forward' in relationship with China.
Canadian journalism school unveiling award in honour of Shireen Abu Akleh
Carleton University award 'will maintain legacy' of beloved journalist killed last year by Israeli forces, family says.
China to help reconstruct war-battered Syria
Bashar al-Assad visit to China part of a bid to end more than a decade of diplomatic isolation under Western sanctions.
Azerbaijan troops ‘all around’ Nagorno-Karabakh separatist stronghold
Armenians demand their leader's resignation for a third day after Azerbaijan's offensive to recapture the enclave.