‘Reeks of profiling’: US ‘no-fly’ list appears to target Muslims
The advocacy group CAIR estimates that more than 98 percent of entries on leaked travel watch lists 'regard Muslims'.
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Suspect in Kenya cult deaths dies in custody after hunger strike
The dead suspect had embarked on a hunger strike after being detained in connection with a mass starvation in Kenya.
Kazakhstan decides to stop hosting Syria talks, surprising Russia
Kazakhstan's move was unexpected, says a Russian official, as ex-Soviet nation claims talks have achieved their purpose.
Uganda military rescues three of six students abducted by rebels
The Ugandan army said it rescued the students taken during last week's massacre of 42 people by an ISIL-linked militia.
Armed factions in Somalia’s Puntland agree ceasefire after clash
Dozens of people had been killed after the Puntland Parliament voted to change the region's voting system.
No respite for civilians fleeing Darfur, killed while escaping
Civilians fleeing el-Geneina are being targeted as they cross into Chad, as previous ceasefire is violated.
Causes, consequences of UK’s stubbornly-high inflation
Energy subsidies, big price rises across the economy following the coronavirus pandemic led to the high inflation rate.
‘Underwater noises’ detected in search for missing Titanic sub
Canadian maritime surveillance aircraft reported to have detected 'banging sounds in the area every 30 minutes'.
What is Hajj? A step-by-step guide to the Muslim pilgrimage
Here's how Muslims perform the rituals of Hajj every year, following an ancient example.
What’s behind Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s US visit?
The US is seeking stronger ties with India, which it sees as a vital ally in efforts to contain China's rise.
Russia moves to legalise prisoners fighting in Ukraine war
Amnesty to be legally offered to criminals and crime suspects who agree to serve in Russia's war in Ukraine.
Brazil seizes world’s biggest consignment of illegal shark fins
Authorities confiscated nearly 29 tonnes of illegally caught fins thought to be on the way to Asia.
Biden likens Chinese President Xi Jinping to a dictator
Remarks at campaign event come just a day after a fence-building visit to Beijing by top diplomat Antony Blinken.
‘Hopelessness’: Why Pakistanis are leaving, losing lives at sea
Authorities in Pakistan say at least 124 Pakistanis were on boat that sank off Greece with hundreds feared drowned.
A ‘new generation’ of women set to shake up politics in Thailand
Incoming MPs see their gender as a strength and are determined to push through the reforms Thai people voted for.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores winner in record 200th game for Portugal
'It's that kind of moment that you never expect,' says Ronaldo on becoming first male player to reach 200 caps.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 483
As the war enters its 483rd day, these are the main developments.
US judge nixes Arkansas’s ban on transgender healthcare for youth
The Arkansas ban was the first of its kind in the US, paving the way for at least 19 other states to restrict such care.
In limbo in Indonesia, Afghan women find they ‘can be a boss’
Learning centres give refugee children, and the women who teach them, the chance to follow their dreams.
More than 40 women killed in Honduran prison riot
Honduran President Xiomara Castro blames violence on criminal groups, which wield significant power in prison system.