Belgium police stabbing suspect on counterterrorism watch list
A knifeman, who killed a police officer and wounded another, was known to authorities before carrying out his attack.
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Colombia’s signing of Escazu accord brings hope to land defenders
Activists hope treaty is first step towards more protection in one of the most dangerous nations for environmentalists.
Court rejects Nigeria’s $1.1bn damages request against Eni, Shell
The main case revolved around a deal in which Eni and Shell acquired the OPL 245 offshore oilfield in 2011, in Nigeria.
Ukraine’s Kherson city pullout finished, Russia says
The defence ministry says all Russian forces and equipment had been transferred to the eastern bank of the Dnieper River.
Meet Zhan Beleniuk, Ukraine’s Olympic wrestler and first Black MP
Beleniuk says he is the 'best example' of how Ukrainians perceive people of different race.
Federal judge blocks Biden student debt forgiveness plan
Critics have said the plan, which would forgive up to $20,000 in student loan debt, oversteps Biden's bounds.
Netanyahu to be mandated to form new Israeli government
Israeli president has said he will officially give Benjamin Netanyahu the mandate to form a new government on Sunday.
India top court frees ex-PM Rajiv Gandhi’s killers
Supreme Court orders release of six people convicted over 1991 assassination carried out by Sri Lanka-based LTTE rebels.
‘Preserving oases’: The fight for water by Morocco farmers
As in the rest of North Africa, global warming is already showing its effects and severely affecting agriculture.
Three days after US midterms, where do House, Senate races stand?
Democrats' hopes buoyed as counting continues in Arizona, Nevada Senate races; Republicans close in on House majority.
Southeast Asia leaders struggle with Myanmar crisis at summit
ASEAN leaders blocked Myanmar’s military ruler, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, from attending the meeting in Cambodia.
Pakistan PM meets brother Nawaz in UK over naming new army chief
Gov't accuses ex-PM Imran Khan of trying to influence the appointment of the military chief and making it controversial.
UK economy shrinks as lengthy recession looms
New data provides sobering backdrop for budget unveiling that seeks to convince investors that UK can fix its finances.
AU Chairman Macky Sall to attend G20 summit: Officials
The Senegalese president's presence at the Bali summit follows his attendance at the COP27 talks in Egypt.
Ship carrying 230 people docks at French port after Italy dispute
The Ocean Viking ship was accepted at the port of Toulon after spending weeks at sea as Italy refused access.
Police officer investigated for S Korea crowd crush found dead
Intelligence officer was under investigation for allegedly ordering deletion of warnings about Halloween night crowds.
What is the Russian penal colony where Brittney Griner was sent?
US basketball star Brittney Griner was moved to a Russian penal colony infamous for harsh conditions and forced labour.
Afghan women barred from gyms, Taliban official says
The Taliban has justified the ban, saying women ignored gender segregation and dress code orders imposed earlier.
Biden to meet China’s Xi Jinping at G20 amid strained relations
First in-person talks between the two leaders since Biden took office aim to 'deepen lines of communication', US says.
How will Russia’s withdrawal from Kherson unfold?
Kyiv is wary that Moscow's announcement of a pullback may be a ruse, but the US says it sees signs of a retreat.