COP27 in deadlock as US envoy John Kerry contracts COVID-19
Loss and damage remains a sticking point at COP27, particularly how to compensate poor countries hit by climate change.
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Ten killed as gang bosses’ transfer sparks prison riot in Ecuador
Ecuador has experienced eight prison riots which have left about 400 inmates dead since February 2021.
Almost half of our energy system disabled: Ukraine PM
Ukrainian prime minister warns that Kyiv could face a 'complete shutdown' of the power grid due to Russian strikes.
Elon Musk tells Twitter engineers to fly-in for meeting: Report
Amidst the chaos under new owner, the White House said Twitter should tell Americans how it's safeguarding their data.
Elizabeth Holmes sentenced to more than 11 years in prison
The Theranos founder was sentenced on three counts of investor fraud and one count of conspiracy.
Rwanda agrees on ‘immediate ceasefire’ in eastern DR Congo
Kenya's former president and Rwanda's leader agree on need for M23 rebels to cease fire and withdraw from eastern DRC.
US Justice Department announces special prosecutor in Trump probe
Attorney General Merrick Garland tasks Jack Smith with investigation of Donald Trump's handling of secret documents.
As the Nancy Pelosi era ends, what’s next for the US House?
Hakeem Jeffries is seen as the likely replacement for Pelosi, where he would be the first Black party leader in Congress
Neighbours mourn deaths of 21 family members in Gaza home fire
Hamas authorities governing the Gaza Strip said an investigation is under way to determine the cause of the fire.
Russia signals openness to prisoner swap with US
Deputy foreign minister says convicted Russian arms deal Viktor Bout is among those being discussed in potential swap.
Census delay sparks deadly strikes in Bolivia’s Santa Cruz region
Bolivia's census, postponed until 2024, is expected to shift legislative seats toward the growing Santa Cruz department.
Russia accuses Ukraine of executing more than 10 POWs
Russia's defence ministry cited a video circulating on their social media which shows the execution of 12 soldiers.
US home sales tumble for ninth month as mortgage rates bite
Existing home sales dropped 5.9 percent last month, the lowest level since December 2011 outside initial pandemic days.
Portugal’s public sector workers strike over pay amid inflation
The industrial action due to mounting cost of living comes a week before a final vote on the 2023 budget.
What are Russia and Ukraine’s military options for this winter?
As temperatures slowly sink, the nature of the fighting will change sharply for both countries' troops.
Ghana minister ‘sorry’ for economic crisis, fends off criticism
Finance minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta faced an enquiry from lawmakers amid Ghana's worst economic crisis in a generation.
Imran Khan’s life under threat: Pakistan judge cites intel report
Chief justice of Islamabad High Court says intelligence report suggests fears of another assassination attempt on ex-PM.
Videos claim to show home of Iran’s late leader Khomeini on fire
The incident takes place amid a renewed wave of protests in Iran to mark the anniversary of a bloody crackdown in 2019.
‘Loss and damage’ negotiations dominate COP27’s final day
Climate talks in Egypt to run past deadline as key issues including funds to help victim nations remain unresolved.
Analysis: Is Turkey set for a new military operation in Syria?
Sunday's Istanbul bombing, which Turkey has blamed on the PKK, could lead to Ankara fulfilling its threat to attack.