‘Rampant violence’ in Syrian camp for ISIL-linked detainees: MSF
Al-Hol camp in northern Syria holds displaced refugees and families of ISIL (ISIS) fighters.
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Nigerian influencer ‘Hushpuppi’ jailed in US for money laundering
The 40-year-old social media influencer became famous for flaunting a lavish lifestyle supported by money laundering.
Control of US Congress at stake as midterm election underway
Republicans hope to claw back control from Democrats in polls that will also decide key local and state officials.
Climate protesters block UK’s busiest motorway for second day
Just Stop Oil activists climb gantries along multiple parts of the M25, forcing closures.
‘Racism’: Qataris decry French cartoon of national football team
Caricature published by Le Canard enchainé in its October issue which focuses on Qatar and its role as World Cup host.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 258
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 258th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Nigerian widows end case in the Netherlands against Shell
The widows' husbands were among the 'Ogoni Nine', a group of activists hung by Nigeria's military government in 1995.
Ukraine plunges into darkness after wave of Russian attacks
Facing a frigid winter with what may be widespread power outages, Ukrainians prepare and adapt.
Twitter owner Musk endorses Republicans in US midterms
His tweet is the first instance of an explicit endorsement by the head of a major social media platform.
Greece to ban sale of spyware amid phone-tapping scandal
The move comes after a newspaper report alleging politicians and business people have been under state surveillance.
Oath Keepers leader says group didn’t plan to storm US Capitol
Far-right group's Stewart Rhodes tells jurors 'there was no plan to enter' Capitol building on January 6 last year.
US charges Haitian gang leaders over kidnappings, offers reward
US offers up to $1m reward for information leading to capture or conviction of 400 Mawozo and Kraze Barye gang leaders.
Biden congratulates Israel’s Netanyahu in phone call
US president underscored his 'unwavering support for Israeli security' in call with incoming PM, White House says.
Ukraine says Russian forces looting, occupying homes in Kherson
Russia has ordered civilians out of Kherson in anticipation of a Ukrainian assault to recapture the southern city.
Rescue charity to take Italy to court over migrant boats standoff
Italy's new right-wing government has allowed only a select number of migrants to leave two rescue boats.
UN hearings probing alleged Israeli rights abuses open in Geneva
The outlawing of Palestinian rights groups and killing of Al Jazeera journalist will be in focus during the hearings.
When will we know the results of the US midterm elections?
It could take days to determine which party controls the US House and Senate following the November 8 midterms.
Can Mastodon be a Twitter alternative?
Mastodon, while tiny compared to Twitter and Facebook, is rapidly adding new users since Elon Musk took over Twitter.
Education workers ending walkout as Ontario pledges to repeal law
Under pressure, Premier Ford says he will repeal law forcing 55,000 workers to accept contract in Canadian province.
Photos: Haze and smog envelop New Delhi
Some pollution curbs have been lifted in the Indian capital, although air quality remains 'very poor'.