Hong Kong vigil organiser downsizes amid ‘dire’ political climate
Pro-democracy group set up to remember Tiananmen Square crackdown says will 'persevere' with smaller team.
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As Thailand hit by its worst COVID outbreak, economic risks rise
Thailand introduces strict lockdown-like measures to rein in the virus, endangering an already badly hit economy.
Slowing economic recovery in China is a warning sign to the world
Economy was expected to descend from its recent heights, but the softening comes sooner than expected.
S Africa violence spreads after Jacob Zuma jailed
Shops looted, roads blocked as protesters march through Johannesburg decrying the jailing of South African ex-president.
‘Dying in their homes’: COVID-hit Indonesians scramble for oxygen
Citizens search desperately for oxygen to care for their loved ones at home as overwhelmed hospitals turn people away.
Is Duterte squandering The Hague victory to appease Beijing?
Experts say China's maritime gains 'impossible' to reverse, urging Manila to boost military capability, alliances.
Thousands join rare anti-government protests in Cuba
Demonstrations come as Cuba is experiencing its toughest phase yet of the coronavirus crisis.
Peru extends COVID state of emergency until end of August
As political uncertainty persists after June presidential elections, Peru has struggled to stem coronavirus infections.
Qatar sets up supervisory body for first legislative elections
The committee will oversee elections for two-thirds of the 45-seat Shura Council, which advises the Qatari ruler.
Pro-EU party leads in Moldova parliamentary election: Early count
Preliminary election results show the president's centre-right party leading with more than 44 percent of votes.
Egypt’s Suez Canal reports record revenue despite blockage crisis
Head of the Suez Canal Authority says waterway netted highest revenues in the history of the canal.
Syrian government announces steep rise in bread, diesel prices
Bread prices doubled and diesel prices nearly tripled in the war-torn country amid long-running financial crisis.
Canada announces steps to reduce wildfire risk after heat wave
Rail restrictions come after record temperatures spurred blazes and contributed to hundreds of deaths on west coast.
Haitian president’s killing fuels escalating fears, uncertainty
Activists reject pressure to hold elections and urge Haitian-led solution to crises after Jovenel Moise's assassination.
Iraq PM visits pro-democracy activist after abduction, assault
Ali al-Mikdam, critical of pro-Iran armed factions, was found in a wounded state two days after he disappeared.
Pope Francis makes first appearance since intestinal surgery
The pontiff greets crowds from the balcony of the Gemelli Hospital where he underwent surgery last week.
Oman’s Sultan visits Saudi Arabia on first overseas trip
Talks are expected to focus on the Yemen war and economic and investment cooperation between Oman and Saudi Arabia.
Brazil highway auction spurs export hopes but Indigenous concerns
Proponents say auction of part of BR-163 will boost grain exports, but Indigenous fear harmful environmental effects.
Virgin Galactic rocket ship touches down after soaring to space
Virgin Galactic launched a team of six including billionaire founder Richard Branson on a voyage to the edge of space.
At least 12 killed as bus carrying migrants crashes in Turkey
The vehicle carrying undocumented migrants in Van province catches fire after tumbling into a ditch.