Families of Afghans who fell from US plane living in horror
Relatives of Afghans who clung to a US aircraft as it took off on August 16 are grappling with loss and regrets.
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Why Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in India attempted mass suicide
At least 29 refugees tried to take their own lives last month to protest their detention at a camp in Tamil Nadu state.
US officials to probe whip-like cords used against migrants
Images and video show mounted US border guards wielding the cords amid mass migrant expulsion along Texas-Mexico border.
Snacks, books for prisoners spark Hong Kong security law arrests
Three members of pro-democracy student group accused of 'subversion' for support scheme for prisoners.
Rights groups accuse Taliban of rolling back civil liberties
Report accuses armed group of several rights violations ranging from limits on press freedom to restrictions on women.
Biden to raise US refugee cap to 125,000 for next year
US administration says it intends to increase refugee admissions for next fiscal year, a move welcomed by advocates.
Evergrande tumult ensnares stocks with very little link to China
The chain reaction may say more about the extreme altitude of global risk assets than it does about economic contagion.
‘Obscene’: Rights groups slam US expulsions of Haitian migrants
More than 12,000 Haitian migrants have been camped under a bridge in Texas after wading across Rio Grande from Mexico.
Four giant trees in Sequoia National Park unharmed by US blaze
The raging KNP Complex wildfire has scorched the heart of sequoia country in the western United States.
Rebel attacks kill 15 soldiers, civilians in western Cameroon
Gov't says armed 'terrorists' ambushed a convoy of elite rapid intervention forces in the northwest region.
World Leaders converge on UN headquarters: Five things to watch
Climate change, vaccine inequality, push for 'multilateralism with teeth' to dominate annual event.
Suit claims BP trader sacked for raising Nigeria bribe concerns
Ex-BP oil trader alleges he was fired for voicing concerns about bribes being paid in Nigeria to secure local contracts.
Lebanon: New government wins parliament’s confidence vote
Following a marathon session, parliament endorses PM Mikati’s pledges to halt Lebanon’s economic crisis.
What is the future for global cooperation at the UN?
UN chief says growing mistrust between countries is making it difficult for the the body to tackle global crises.
Trump CFO’s lawyer says he suspects more charges in NY tax case
Lawyer makes remark during CFO Allen Weisselberg's first court appearance since pleading 'not guilty' to tax fraud.
Wall Street finds Saudi Arabia still frugal when it comes to fees
Despite a blitz of offerings this year, Saudi IPO riches have yet to manifest for global banks.
World reaction to ‘Hotel Rwanda’ hero’s prison sentence
Family, governments, and rights groups say Paul Rusesabagina did not receive a fair trial.
Biden eases travel to US to those with COVID vaccinations
Beginning in November, foreign travelers flying to the US will need vaccination proof and negative test before boarding.
DiDi co-founder Liu told colleagues she plans to leave: Sources
The Chinese ride-hailing giant is facing intense scrutiny by Chinese regulators.
Bitcoin sinks below $43,000 as Evergrande fears sweep markets
Bitcoin got caught in market fears about possible contagion if Chinese property developer Evergrande sees debt default.