El Salvador frees woman jailed for murder after a miscarriage
The woman has already served 10 years of a 30-year sentence on charges of killing her baby.
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Photos: COVID surge batters Afghanistan’s crumbling healthcare
Between January 30 and February 5, nearly half of the total samples tested in Afghanistan were positive for COVID-19.
Five rangers, one soldier killed in Benin park ambush
No immediate claim of responsibility for attack at W National Park, which also wounded 10 people.
China suspends Lithuanian beef imports amid escalating Taiwan row
Suspension comes after the UK announces it will join the US and Australia in backing WTO case against China.
Gaza protests over Palestinians killed by Israeli fire in Nablus
Protesters in Gaza City condemn the killing of three Palestinians and slam the PA over cooperating with Israel.
At Beijing 2022, ‘woke capital’ in awkward spot on human rights
Corporate sponsors at Olympic Winter Games are keeping low profile after championing social justice issues in the West.
Libya: Gunmen attack Dbeibah’s car ahead of vote to replace him
Sources say Libya's Abdulhamid Dbeibah escaped unhurt after gunmen fired on his car in the capital, Tripoli.
Moon warns of crisis if N Korea resumes long-range missile tests
South Korean president says efforts must be made to stop Pyongyang from resuming nuclear or long-range tests.
‘Move on’: New Zealand police break up Wellington trucker protest
Some 120 people arrested as officers move against protesters who converged on Wellington on Tuesday.
Biden pledges US support against Houthi attacks to Saudi king
US president speaks by phone to Saudi King Salman amid intensifying Yemeni rebel attacks on the Gulf kingdom.
Nicaragua sentences journalist to 13 years for ‘conspiracy’
Miguel Mora is latest opposition figure convicted and sentenced amid crackdown on dissent in Central American nation.
Uber’s revenue jumps as riders venture out after Omicron surge
The ride-sharing app's fortunes have ebbed and flowed along with COVID-19 infection rates and restrictions.
Disney earnings top estimates as Disney+ subscriptions surge
Disney+, the company's two-year-old streaming service, kept profits afloat when the pandemic disrupted business.
Oil closes below $90 per barrel for a second day
The possibility of a nuclear deal with Iran could bring some relief to a tight oil market.
Canadian truckers protesting in Ottawa appear set to stay
Protesters have paralysed the centre of the Canadian capital for more than a week, frustrating residents and businesses.
As Iran nuclear talks enter final stretch, opposition grows in US
Intensifying US debate over Iran nuclear agreement shows that reviving the pact is 'in sight', analysts say.
EU pushes for COVID jabs in Africa as supply ‘no longer’ an issue
Supplies of COVID vaccines have soared in recent months and many states have trouble absorbing them.
WHO chief, Taliban discuss ‘dire’ Afghan health crisis
Tedros Ghebreyesus met the Taliban health minister who is part of Taliban delegation currently visiting Switzerland.
Two prominent Sudanese leaders critical of military detained
The officials were previously involved in seizing property and firing bureaucrats linked to former ruler Omar al-Bashir.
Puerto Rico’s public-sector workers demand higher wages
Their protests come amid soaring consumer prices, including a sharp spike in the cost of housing.