Facebook mistakenly labels Black men ‘primates’
Social media giant apologises for 'clearly unacceptable error' but had previously faced allegations of racial bias.
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China, US deal on climate change fails before COP26: report
Beijing rebuffs US proposal to accelerate climate efforts, including halting financing of coal-fired power plants.
US seen funding Afghan humanitarian aid, but not the Taliban
UN set to discuss aid for Afghans amid warning of humanitarian disaster and as Taliban prepares to form new government.
Probe begins into alleged bribe involving Guatemala’s president
Prosecutors are investigating an alleged bribe from Russian businessmen to President Alejandro Giammattei.
Argentina demands Paraguay investigates deaths of two girls
One year on, 'there has been no clarification' over the killings of two 11-year-old cousins by Paraguay state security.
US sanctions four Iranians over alleged plot to kidnap journalist
The four Iranian intelligence officials are accused of targeting a journalist and human rights activist based in the US.
Biden orders declassification of 9/11 investigation documents
The president was under pressure from survivors and victims' families, who believe Saudi Arabia aided the attackers.
‘QAnon Shaman’ pleads guilty to felony in January 6 Capitol riot
Jacob Chansley could face up to 51 months in prison for his role in the attacks on the US Capitol.
Mexican cannabis, Elizabeth Holmes on trial and a shredded Banksy
We gather the numbers to know from the week’s biggest economic news stories so you can impress your friends.
Shia leader Grand Ayatollah Mohammed Saeed al-Hakeem dies in Iraq
Funeral ceremonies for top Shia leader expected to be held in holy city of Najaf and its twin city of Karbala.
Biden calls US economy ‘strong’ despite disappointing jobs report
'The measures we’ve taken so far have brought America out of an economic free-fall,' US President Joe Biden said Friday.
‘New wave of repression’ emerging in South Sudan, Amnesty warns
Rights group says peaceful protests 'must be facilitated rather than cracked down upon', following recent arrests.
Zambia elects first woman as parliament speaker
Nelly Mutti, a lawyer based in Lusaka, was elected unopposed to replace Patrick Matibini.
Mexico faces migration crises on northern, southern borders
Complicating Mexican efforts to address immigration issues is an 'unusual avalanche' of asylum seekers from Haiti.
US to give each incoming Afghan evacuee up to $2,275 in aid
The money is to be used for housing, food, other necessities and enrolling children in school.
Almost 100 ancient Mesopotamian artefacts seized in Norway
Authorities to examine objects to determine their authenticity and establish their provenance.
COVID-19 restrictions bring brief air-quality gains in 2020
WMO report says pandemic-related curbs temporarily improved air quality in number of places, especially in urban areas.
Love is in the bin: Shredded Banksy up for sale at higher price
The half-shredded artwork will return to auction on October 14 with an estimated sale price of $5.5m to $8.3m.
Lebanon gov’t delegation in highest level Syria visit in years
Two sides expected to discuss plan to ease Lebanon's power crisis by transmitting electricity via the Syrian grid.
Iran nuclear deal: What’s next for the JCPOA?
With a conservative government in Iran and Biden touting 'other options', restoring JCPOA will be hard, analysts say.