Egyptian court releases researcher Patrick Zaki
Zaki, who was arrested in Cairo in February 2020, still faces trial next year on charges of 'spreading fake news'.
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Israel’s Gantz cannot be held liable for Gaza attack: Dutch court
Dutch court upholds decision to throw out civil case against Israeli defence minister for role in deadly 2014 raid.
Biden mulls blacklisting Russian banks if Putin invades Ukraine
The US and its European allies are weighing sanctions on Russian banks, its wealth fund, sources tell Bloomberg.
Greece, a green energy laggard in Europe, boosts renewable energy
Key hydroelectric projects are being revived as part of a push by Athens to decarbonise and meet irrigation needs.
Kenya: ‘Rogue cop’ goes on shooting spree after killing wife
At least five people dead as police officer goes on rampage in Nairobi with his service-issued AK-47 rifle.
BlackRock-led group wins $15.5bn Saudi gas pipeline deal
The deal is part of Saudi Arabia’s drive to sell assets and use the money to fund new industries.
Myanmar official in Cambodia for talks as global censure grows
Cambodia is the new chair of ASEAN, a regional bloc that is leading diplomatic efforts to resolve Myanmar's crisis.
India: Hindu groups continue to disrupt Muslim prayers in Gurgaon
For two months now, Hindu vigilantes have tried to stop minority community from offering prayers outside Indian capital.
Body of Sri Lankan lynching victim arrives from Pakistan
Sri Lankan officials receive charred body of factory manager lynched by a mob for alleged blasphemy last week.
In reshuffle Samsung Electronics to merge mobile, consumer units
The sweeping move is the latest sign of active involvement by Vice Chairman Jay Y Lee after his parole in August.
Syria says Israel launched missile attack on vital port
Syria's military says several Israeli missiles struck the container area at Latakia port, setting some of them on fire.
Old wounds from past conflict fuel vaccine hesitancy in Aceh
Indonesian province spent years at war and local residents say the 'crisis of trust' created then is still felt today.
Rohingya sue Facebook for $150bn for fueling Myanmar hate speech
Complaint claims algorithms that power the company promote disinformation that turns into violence.
Afghanistan museum reopens, with Taliban security
Taliban allows the National Museum of Afghanistan to reopen, showcasing the country's 'rich history'.
China claims to have ‘democracy that works’ ahead of Biden summit
Beijing has embarked on a media blitz in an attempt to claim its one-party state is more of a democracy than the US.
US Justice Dept sues Texas over voter maps, citing discrimination
Department says Texas plan violates US voting laws by diluting strength of Black, Latino and other minority voters.
Sacklers: Billions reaped from Purdue Pharma not bankruptcy abuse
Sackler family members are alleged to have drained Purdue Pharma of cash over several years.
Stocks surge as Omicron worries abate following volatile week
The mood across markets was calmer Monday as investors noted cases of the new COVID variant have been relatively mild.
Hackers increasingly target Canada key infrastructure: Spy agency
Agency reports 235 ransomware attacks on Canadian targets this year, half of which were key infrastructure providers.
Turkey’s Erdogan says Cyprus mosque attacks won’t go ‘unanswered’
Turkish leader calls on Cypriot authorities to secure houses of worship or prepare to 'pay for such acts'.