As Indian billionaire plans new airline, Boeing hopes for orders
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's plan with ex-CEOs of IndiGo, Jet Airways comes as India is seen as a hot market for planemakers.
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Malaysia deploys riot police as MPs attempt march to parliament
Monday's session cancelled over COVID infections, the fragile government is under pressure over its handling of COVID.
A year on, Beirut blast victims still struggling to return home
Amid economic crisis and political dysfunction, many of Beirut's homes remain in ruins and their tenants in limbo.
Afghanistan: Ghani blames ‘abrupt’ US exit for worsening security
Afghan president blames country's deteriorating security situation on US deciding to withdraw troops by August 31.
‘Challenge your limit’: Pakistani teenager who summited K2
Shehroze Kashif holds the distinction of being the youngest person to reach the summit of K2 and Mount Everest.
Israel Supreme Court to reach verdict on Sheikh Jarrah expulsions
Verdict expected in hearing that could lead to Palestinians being forcibly displaced in favour of Jewish settlers.
Nearly 400 migrants rescued in Mediterranean Sea
Humanitarian rescue ships have pulled 396 migrants from a dangerously overcrowded wooden boat.
Gunmen attack funeral of Hezbollah commander in Lebanon
Hezbollah says at least two people killed in the attack in Kaldeh, as the army deploys to contain sectarian tensions.
Looming US evictions spur growing concerns, calls for action
US-wide moratorium on rental evictions expired at midnight on Saturday, threatening to push millions into the streets.
Zambia deploys army to curb violence ahead of elections
At least two people have been killed in pre-election violence in the Southern African country ahead of polls this month.
Bolsonaro supporters rally for change to Brazil’s voting system
Under mounting pressure ahead of 2022 election, President Jair Bolsonaro wants receipts printed after electronic votes.
Iran’s health minister calls for lockdowns enforced by military
Iran's health system could collapse amid a 'catastrophic' COVID surge, warns the country's health minister.
Egypt: Eight soldiers killed in Sinai ‘anti-terrorism’ operations
Egypt's military says almost 90 fighters were killed in northern Sinai, where fighters loyal to ISIL operate.
US COVID spike: ‘More pain and suffering’ ahead, says Fauci
Rise in US coronavirus cases amid spread of Delta variant prompts renewed call for more Americans to get vaccinated.
Mexico holds referendum on whether to investigate ex-presidents
Amid expectations of low turnout, critics slam vote promoted by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador as unnecessary.
Canada officially marks first nationwide Emancipation Day
August 1 is now recognised across Canada as Emancipation Day, marking the end of slavery in the British Empire in 1834.
Ismail Haniya re-elected as leader of Palestinian group Hamas
Haniya, Hamas chief since 2017, re-elected for four-year term following an unopposed internal election by party members.
Ethiopian parents living in agony as students stranded in Tigray
Parents call on government and United Nations to help bring to safety their children studying in conflict-torn region.
Iran rejects Israeli claim it was behind tanker attack off Oman
Israel, US, and UK blame Iran for an attack that killed two crew members on a tanker, an accusation Iran denies.
Antalya, Mugla wildfires continue as Turkey puts out dozens
Firefighters battling five fires in popular seaside destinations after 107 blazes were brought under control.