Photos: A sneak peak at the World Cup Qatar 2022 fan zone
The event is expected to welcome 20,000 people as a test for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar which kicks off on Sunday.
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At COP27, Brazil’s Lula vows halt to rampant deforestation
Lula has vowed to make Brazil a leader in fight against climate change following presidency of Jair Bolsonaro.
Bolivian activists push back against mining industry
Indigenous communities in several national parks say their way of life is threatened by the encroachment of gold mining.
US retail sales rise as consumers step up spending
Steady job growth, rising wages, and higher savings have enabled surprisingly steady spending by consumers.
Iran confirms release of two seized Greek tankers
Tehran and Athens agree to foster the cooperation necessary to improve maritime security, according to a memorandum.
US judge gives Biden administration five weeks to end Title 42
Judge earlier said 'arbitrary and capricious' border expulsion policy was unlawful in ruling welcomed by rights groups.
Is Qatar ready to host the FIFA World Cup?
More than a million fans are expected to visit the Gulf country during the monthlong tournament.
‘Not Ukraine’s fault’: NATO says Russia to blame for Poland blast
Kyiv's allies say deadly blast was unfortunate accident and Russia, as the aggressor, bears 'ultimate responsibility'.
Ex-Kenya president calls for urgent intervention in DRC
The former Kenyan leader is visiting volatile east DRC in his capacity as the regional bloc's facilitator and AU envoy.
US Senate bill to protect same-sex marriage clears key hurdle
The effort follows midterm elections expected to result in Republicans taking control of the House of Representatives.
Photos: Chinese cities cancel mass COVID tests amid discontent
China has eased its 'zero-COVID' policy restrictions, as its citizens grow restive under the strict measures.
Kenya’s president dismisses suggestions of tenure extension
Many Kenyans have been eager to hear President Ruto's position since a ruling party lawmaker floated the idea last week.
What we know about the explosion in Poland
The missile blast has intensified global fears about the war spiralling even further.
US actor Kevin Spacey faces seven new sex offence charges in UK
The new charges against the Oscar-winning Hollywood actor come months after he pleaded not guilty to four others.
Have 15,000 protesters been sentenced to death in Iran?
The Iranian judiciary has confirmed that two individuals have been sentenced to death in cases linked to the protests.
Ivory Coast to withdraw from UN peacekeeping force in Mali
Ivory Coast is embroiled in a diplomatic fight with Mali over the continued detention of 46 of its soldiers since July.
New forces take on Nepal old guard in November 20 national polls
The general elections are being seen as a contest between the traditional parties and a new crop of young politicians.
World reacts to deadly missile blast in Poland
An explosion in eastern Poland near Ukraine's border killed two, prompting world leaders to call for an investigation.
Oil tanker hit by armed drone off coast of Oman: Official
No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, the details of which are unclear, but suspicion has fallen on Iran.
UK inflation hits 11.1 percent, highest in 41 years
Britain's inflation accelerates to 11.1 percent in October, driven by soaring energy, food and transport prices.