EU sanctions Belarus over flight incident, alleged rights abuses
Bloc announces new and wide-ranging package of punitive measures in response to the 'serious human rights violations'.
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Hungary’s Orban defends LGBTQ law as EU anger rises
New law banning LGBTQ content in schools 'not against homosexuality', populist leader says at EU summit.
US seizure of Iran-linked websites ‘shortsighted’, analysts say
Observers say US seizure of 36 websites may just lead Iran to further tighten its internet restrictions.
What to expect as Kashmir leaders meet India’s Modi in New Delhi
Politicians from disputed region set to meet Narendra Modi for the first time since it lost its special status in 2019.
Australia official tests positive for COVID as new cases emerge
New South Wales reported at least 11 new cases overnight as state premier hints at possible new lockdown.
John McAfee Was Found Dead In A Spanish Jail Hours After A Court Ruled He’d Be Extradited To The US
The eccentric tech millionaire was arrested last October on charges of tax evasion.
‘Suddenly, she’s gone’: Mourning in the mud in COVID-hit Indonesia
Indonesians on densely-populated Java say goodbye to their loved ones in makeshift cemeteries, as COVID surges.
Former Philippine president Benigno Aquino dies at age of 61
Aquino's family have not spoken yet, but sources say the former president had been ill for a while.
‘Real and present danger’: Sydney imposes new COVID curbs
Restrictions cover an estimated five million people after Delta variant-linked cases as New Zealand raises alert level.
The scrappy Hong Kong tabloid that refused to bow to Beijing
Apple Daily, forced to close after arrests, asset freeze, was founded on a mission to hold power to account.
‘I want my life back’ Britney Spears tells US judge
Pop superstar wants to regain control of her finances and life decisions calling 13-year conservatorship 'abusive'.
US sanctions Chinese solar firms for Uighur human rights abuses
Export restrictions target companies that produce raw materials used in Xinjiang's solar panel industry.
Calls grow to evacuate Afghans who helped US troops to Guam
A special visa programme Afghanistan will not get eligible Afghans who helped the US out before NATO forces leave.
Ortega allies threaten, as opponents are arrested, flee Nicaragua
A prominent journalist leaves Nicaragua, as Daniel Ortega continues government repression ahead of November elections.
Greek bishops attacked with caustic liquid at meeting, 10 wounded
Victims being treated for burns after Athens meeting attack, allegedly by a priest facing a disciplinary hearing.
Russian billionaire’s ex-wife strikes deal with UAE wealth fund
The ex-wife of Russian billionaire Oleg Deripaska sold a 2.6 percent stake in a power and aluminium firm to Mubadala.
McAfee found dead in cell after Spanish court allows extradition
Antivirus software pioneer found dead hours after Spain's High Court ruled he could be extradited to the US.
Under pressure from critics, Harris to visit US-Mexico border
Kamala Harris is leading the Biden administration's efforts to address the surge of migrants arriving at the border.
Leaked UN draft report warns of accelerating climate devastation
Devastating climate effects accelerating and will become obvious within 30 years, draft UN report says.
Libya gov’t hopeful mercenaries will withdraw ‘within days’
Libyan Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush says she hopes foreign mercenaries will withdraw in the coming days.