Taliban bans the use of foreign currency across Afghanistan
The Taliban says those who continue to trade using foreign currency will face legal action.
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Facebook is pulling the plug on its facial recognition system
New Facebook parent Meta will delete the faceprints of more than one billion users.
Sheikh Jarrah families reject ‘unjust’ deal with Israeli settlers
Palestinians reject deal that would have seen them accept the temporary ownership of their homes by a settler group.
Death toll rises to 15, many missing in Nigeria building collapse
The 21-storey building in Lagos was still under construction when it fell abruptly on Monday.
Defiant Sarkozy slams ‘unconstitutional’ court summons
Former French president refuses to answer questions while appearing as a witness in trial involving ex-aides.
Dubai plans to list its main utility at $25bn valuation
Dubai is planning an IPO of shares in its main utility, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.
Houston contractor sues Texas over state ban of Israel boycott
Palestinian American doing business with the city of Houston for 17 years is challenging Texas anti-BDS law.
Ecuador to expand marine reserve around legendary Galapagos
Deployed in the fight against climate change, the new protected area is expected to cover about 60,000sq km.
Dozens of nations back pledge to slash methane emissions at COP26
More than 80 countries join US and EU in pledging to cut methane emissions by at least 30 percent this decade.
UN accuses CAR troops of wounding 10 Egyptian peacekeepers
Gov't denies allegation after MINUSCA says presidential guards fired on unarmed unit travelling on bus marked 'UN'.
Bahrain urges citizens in Lebanon to leave as rift widens
Call comes after Bahrain recalled envoy in response to Lebanese minister's criticism of Saudi military role in Yemen.
Tesla shares tumble after Musk tweets Hertz deal not yet signed
What can stop a stock market rally in its tracks? One tweet from Elon Musk.
Ethiopia declares nationwide state of emergency
Move comes after Tigrayan fighters said they captured two towns in Amhara region and considered marching on Addis Ababa.
Moscow, Kyiv deny reports of Russian military buildup near border
US media alleged that Russia is massing military units along the frontier, but rivals dismiss claim.
COVID: Medical experts step up after dismissing menstrual changes
Thousands of women have reported changes to their regular patterns after receiving a COVID-19 jab.
Ethiopia asks residents to defend capital amid rebel advance
Government asks people to take up arms as Tigrayan rebel forces are considering marching on Addis Ababa.
Gunmen abduct students, staff at university in Nigeria’s capital
Abductions are common in the northwest of the country but attacks on major institutions in Abuja are rare.
Syrian singer Sabah Fakhri dies at age of 88
Anas Fakhri says his father died a natural death at hospital in Damascus.
US unveils sweeping methane restrictions as COP26 enters day two
Biden is seeking to position himself as a global leader on climate change but is struggling to pass changes at home.
Mexican National Guard fatally shoots migrant, wounds others
Officers opened fire when truck carrying migrants tried to avoid checkpoint, ram patrol vehicle, authorities say.