UNFPA holds forum in Ghana on connecting African diaspora
The forum is part of a UN initiative to advance rights of people of African descent and connect the diaspora to Africa.
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Tunisian President Saied seizes control of electoral commission
In a decree, Kais Saied says he would replace most of the commission in a move that would further entrench his rule.
Russia-Ukraine war: What’s behind Brazil’s ‘neutral’ position?
Experts say fertilizer needs, diplomatic tradition, President Bolsonaro's election concerns affect stance on conflict.
At Venice Biennale, Ukrainian artists defy Russia’s invasion
Russia's war in Ukraine has left its mark on the world’s most prestigious art event.
McDonald’s targeted in complaint to SEC over pig crates
The US Humane Society is asking US securities regulators to investigate McDonald’s regarding its treatment of pigs.
Seven killed in Kashmir before India PM Modi’s visit
Modi will speak on Sunday in his first public event since his government stripped Kashmir's semi-autonomous status.
Niger debates hosting more European forces withdrawing from Mali
President Momahed Bazoum has proposed hosting more troops, a move opposed by some groups weary of foreign involvement.
How Ukraine’s Donbas has ‘evolved’ under pro-Russia separatists
The 'Soviet workers' paradise' transformed several times ahead of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Explosion at Afghan mosque kills or wounds dozens of people
Latest deadly attack on a place of worship reportedly occurred at a Sunni mosque in Kunduz city in northern Afghanistan.
‘150,000 Palestinians’ attend Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Palestinians traveled to Al-Aqsa Mosque from the occupied West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Israel.
Germany faces recession if war in Ukraine spurs energy ban
Germany’s central bank estimate translates into a hit to output of about 5 %age points compared with a March baseline.
Former Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki dies at 90
Kibaki's legacy was marred when irregularities during a re-election bid ended in deadly violence.
UK, India agree to step up defence, trade cooperation
Modi holds talks with Johnson on the British PM's first visit to New Delhi since taking office in 2019.
Russia plans to seize Donbas, southern Ukraine: Military official
Commander says control of southern Ukraine would give Moscow access to the Russia-backed Moldovan region, Transnistria.
‘We’ve finished our tears’: Tigray’s main hospital exhausts food
More than 90 percent of Tigray's people need food aid, despite a truce called to Ethiopia's 18-month civil war.
S Africa’s Cele visits community after migrants, residents clash
Citizens and undocumented migrants frequently clash in working-class areas of South Africa.
Russia sanctions Kamala Harris, Mark Zuckerberg, Toronto mayor
The latest raft of sanctions includes more US officials, media personalities and Canada's John Tory and Doug Ford.
UN refugee agency ‘shocked’ at Rohingya deaths in Malaysia escape
Six people, including two children, were killed trying to cross a highway after hundreds fled a detention centre.
Phoenix Ghost: What we know about the US’s new drones for Ukraine
The Pentagon says the Phoenix Ghost tactical unmanned aerial system was designed mainly for striking targets.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 58
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 58th day, we take a look at the main developments.