Several dead, dozens trapped after landslide in India’s Himalayas
More than 200 personnel are working to find survivors after boulders tumbled onto a major highway, Indian officials say.
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Abu Dhabi-based NMC looks to exit protective administration
NMC collapsed in 2019, revealing that it had more than $4bn of undisclosed borrowings.
Afghanistan’s interior minister reveals plan to push back Taliban
Afghan interior minister says the gov't is arming local groups as part of a plan to push back the Taliban offensive.
Biden to host ‘Summit for Democracy’ in December: White House
The virtual event will allow world leaders 'to speak honestly about the challenges facing democracy', White House says.
Canada violating int’l law by selling arms to Saudis: Report
Weapons could be used in conflict in Yemen, say rights groups, which urge Ottawa to cancel exports to Gulf kingdom.
California’s Dixie Fire grows as heat wave hits western US
Extreme heat and drought continue as more than 100 fires burn throughout the US, mostly in the west.
Libyan delegates launch new round of UN-led political talks
The forum is trying to agree on a constitutional framework to govern the coming parliamentary and presidential polls.
Iranians gather in packed Muharram ceremonies amid fifth wave
Videos of observers disregarding health protocols add to public anger as Delta COVID variant kills hundreds a day.
Polish ruling coalition collapses amid rift over media bill
Controversial legislation proposes ban on non-European owners having controlling stakes in Polish media firms.
#SanctionPakistan trends as violence rages in Afghanistan
Twitter hashtag shows the antipathy many Afghans hold for perceived role of their neighbour in the continuing war.
India’s Goa sheds colonial legacy, 60 years after Portuguese rule
With colonial homes falling into disrepair and Bollywood's cultural influence increasing, will local history be erased?
Fictitious Swiss scientist entangles China media’s COVID coverage
Chinese state media outlets scrub quotes about the pandemic after discovering the expert was a fake character.
Afghanistan’s leaders must ‘fight for themselves, nation’: Biden
The US president says he does not regret the decision to withdraw from Afghanistan as the Taliban captures main cities.
Texas Republicans OK arrest of Democrats who blocked voting bill
Democratic legislators fled the US state last month to stop the passage of bill they said would restrict voting rights.
Taliban seizes Afghan borders with Tajikistan, Uzbekistan: Russia
Taliban promises no attacks on neighbouring countries after taking control of frontiers, Russian defence minister says.
As Taliban advance, Afghanistan’s finance minister quits job
The acting finance minister left the country as Kabul grapples with declining revenues, 'deteriorating security'.
Delays drive Great Wall Motor to pare India investment: Report
Decision comes after year-long wait for approvals after India decided to scrutinise Chinese investments, Reuters said.
Huawei CFO fights extradition as Beijing raises pressure
Meng Wanzhou's final push comes as a court in China declared a Canadian national guilty in a spying scandal.
Israel FM makes first visit to Morocco since ties normalised
Foreign Minister Yair Lapid's visit is the first by a top Israeli diplomat since relations were upgraded last December.
Timeline: Afghanistan provincial capitals captured by Taliban
The provincial capitals that have fallen to or are being attacked by the armed group as it advances across the nation.