Kabul attack: Death toll rises to 35 mostly ‘girls, young women’
Dozens of women have protested to call for more protection for the ethnic Hazara community in the wake of the attack.
Category Archives: News
Burkina Faso: AU chief slams ‘unconstitutional’ change of gov’t
AU chief joins regional leaders in condemning military leader Damiba's removal in a coup - the second since January.
‘Turn on the lights’: Cubans protest post-Hurricane Ian blackouts
Power outages have reportedly led Havana to make rare request to US for emergency assistance.
Protests enter 15th day in Iran amid lingering internet curbs
Protests were recorded across several cities on Saturday, with Iranians abroad also organising demonstrations.
Regional court dismisses Maasai eviction case against Tanzania
Court dismissed Maasai's case over eviction from ancestral lands but rights groups call it a blow for Indigenous rights.
Nicaragua cuts diplomatic ties with Netherlands
Nicaragua accuses the Netherlands of 'repeated meddling', after it barred the US envoy from entering the country.
Myanmar’s military accuses rebels of firing on passenger plane
Domestic flight from capital Naypyidaw to Kayah state hit by bullets at a height of about 1,000 metres (3,280 feet).
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 220
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 220th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Nord Stream leaks likely single largest methane release ever: UN
At least two massive underwater blasts caused this week's damage to the Baltic Sea gas pipelines and methane leaks.
Russia vetoes UN resolution on Ukraine annexation, China abstains
Resolution called for condemnation of 'illegal' referendums in Ukraine and for states to not recognise border changes.
US judge dismisses Mexico’s $10bn lawsuit against gun makers
Mexico estimates that 2.2 percent of the nearly 40 million guns made annually in the US are smuggled across its border.
North Korea fires ballistic missiles in latest tests amid tension
Japanese official reported that the missiles travelled 400km (250 miles) and at a maximum altitude of 50km (30 miles).
US envoy ‘will not be admitted’ to Nicaragua, vice president says
Nicaraguan Vice President Rosario Murillo says decision due to new US ambassador's 'interfering' attitude.
American consumers spent more in August, as prices rose
The spending suggests that the US economy is resilient despite high inflation and wild swings in the stock market.
Burkina Faso’s military leader Damiba deposed, army captain says
Burkina Faso's military government dissolved and constitution suspended, army Captain Ibrahim Traore says.
US unveils plan for long-term baby formula imports
The United States has been forced to turn to foreign manufacturers to boost formula supplies since February.
Europe steps up energy security amid sabotage allegations
Major leaks from Nord Stream gas pipelines off the coasts of Denmark and Sweden have been blamed on sabotage.
US bear market deepens: What that means for you
US stocks are in a free fall as recession fears and a slew of uncertainties return after a brief late summer rally.
California governor vetoes limits on solitary confinement
Bill vetoed by Gavin Newsom would have imposed variety of limits on a practice UN expert says can be a form of torture.
Ian makes second US landfall as Florida death toll rises
Revived Hurricane Ian makes landfall north of Charleston, South Carolina, bringing powerful winds and more flooding.