Bahraini political dissident extradited from Serbia
Ahmed Jaffar Mohammed Ali was extradited despite an ECHR ruling he not be sent home pending further investigations.
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Western leaders step up plans for Russian invasion of Ukraine
US seeks to protect Europe's energy supplies if Russia invades, while Biden threatens Putin with sanctions.
US stocks whiplashed for second day as volatility grips markets
US shares were whipsawed again on Tuesday as investors await the Fed's decision on Wednesday.
US court upholds conviction of Mexican drug lord ‘El Chapo’
A US court in 2019 sentenced Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman to life behind bars for a massive drug conspiracy.
Scottish nationalists see chances and pitfalls in Johnson’s woes
Pro-independence activists torn over possibility that crisis-hit British prime minister may be forced to resign.
SAT goes digital as more US colleges make test scores optional
Once essential for college applications, scores from admission tests like the SAT and rival ACT carry less weight today.
EU-Egypt counterterror forum bid ‘affront’ to human rights: HRW
Human Rights Watch urged the European Union to 'seriously reconsider its move' amid Egypt's human rights record.
Israeli president to make first-ever state visit to UAE
Isaac Herzog will travel with the first lady and will meet Abu Dhabi's crown prince during the January 30-31 trip.
Is chip giant Nvidia going to scrap its $40BN bid for Arm?
Nvidia's proposed purchase of Arm Ltd has drawn a fierce backlash from regulators and the chip industry.
Sole nominee Tedros set to remain World Health Organization chief
The first African leader of WHO says he is 'very grateful' for the support after secret ballot approves nomination.
Pro-coup supporters rally in Burkina Faso as UN condemns takeover
Several hundred people gathered in the capital Ouagadougou to show support for the country's new military government.
Ugandan novelist detained again despite release order: Lawyer
Kakwenza Rukirabashaija was arrested in December for allegedly offending President Museveni and his son on Twitter.
Recovery disrupted: IMF cuts global economic growth forecast
Cut to global forecast largely reflects downward revisions to US and China outlooks.
Hot mic: Biden swears at Fox News reporter for inflation question
Hit with a shouted question on a politically sensitive point, the president responds with sarcasm, then name-calling.
Winters past: Bitcoin plunge brings back memories of 2018
Memories of 2018 are sparking fears that a repeat is playing out after the world’s top cryptocurrency fell 50% recently.
Guatemala: Indigenous women celebrate ruling on sexual violence
Indigenous women and supporters welcome court ruling that found ex-paramilitaries guilty of rape, abuse during conflict.
Typhoon Rai wrecked 1.5 million houses in the Philippines: Report
Red Cross says as much as $22 million is needed to support more than 400,000 people over the next 24 months.
F-35 crashes while landing on USS Carl Vinson in South China Sea
F-35C jet was conducting 'routine flight operations' when the incident happened, injuring at least seven sailors.
Party on: New revelations heap pressure on UK PM Boris Johnson
Birthday party revelations come the week an official report into parties held during lockdown is to be published.
US: Virginia school districts sue over governor’s mask order
Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order allows parents to opt out of masking requirements in schools.