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US: Oklahoma governor signs near-total abortion ban
Law punishing anyone who performs procedure with up to 10 years in prison comes amid push to curb abortion access in US.
Putin says Russia will achieve ‘noble’ aims in Ukraine war
In first recent remarks on the conflict, Russia's president says troops will act 'calmly' to 'fulfil goals' in Ukraine.
UK’s Boris Johnson offers apology after lockdown parties fine
Boris Johnson says he has paid a police fine for attending a lockdown-breaching party and offers a 'full apology'.
EU winds down military training operations in Mali
The European bloc is involved in two training missions in Mali - the EUTM and the EUCAP - to coach soldiers and police.
More than 20 people injured in New York subway shooting
Suspect set off a smoke device and fired shots inside a subway train in Brooklyn during the morning rush hour.
US inflation jumped 8.5 percent in past year, highest since 1981
March inflation numbers are the first to include the hike in petrol prices spurred by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
India: Muslims see wave of attacks, hate speech on Hindu festival
Hindu groups hold processions in Muslim neighbourhoods, make hate speeches during Ram Navmi celebrations in many states.
UN calls for independent investigation into rape in Ukraine
Executive director for UN women says allegations of rape and sexual violence must be independently verified.
Nigeria: Gunmen attack kills at least 50 in Plateau state
The state shares a border with Kaduna state, currently a haven for criminal gangs known locally as bandits.
Sri Lanka to suspend foreign debt payments
Colombo makes the call as foreign reserves needed to pay for imports of essentials like medicines and food dwindle.
Iran preparing to host World Cup fans after agreement with Qatar
Iran is planning to expand air and sea travel while relaxing visa rules to host hundreds of thousands of World Cup fans.
Brazil for first time invites EU monitors to upcoming elections
The invitation comes amid concerns President Jair Bolsonaro may reject the results of the poll in October.
South Africa: Overnight floods kill 20 in Durban and environs
The city of Durban was impacted the most by the overnight floods.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events on day 48
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 48th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Photos: Weavers of India’s famous Banarasi sari are struggling
Competition from cheaper mechanised alternatives and Chinese imports is leaving livelihoods hanging by a thread.
Indonesia passes landmark bill to tackle sexual violence
First proposed in 2012, the bill encountered opposition from more conservative groups in the mostly Muslim country.
Aleksandr Dvornikov: New Russian general to oversee Ukraine war
Dubbed the 'butcher' of Aleppo and Grozny, Dvornikov, was honoured with a Hero of Russia medal in 2016.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian after alleged attempted stabbing
Palestinian man, aged in his 40s, shot dead by Israeli forces in the port city of Asqalan (Ashkelon).
Ramadan 2022: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world
The pre-sunrise to sunset fast lasts anywhere from 11 to 19 hours depending on where in the world you are.