‘Putin’s biggest fear is people rallying in the streets’
As Alexey Navalny languishes in jail, observers say a broad range of political opponents is being targeted.
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Myanmar nationals given ‘safe passage’ to Delhi to seek UN refuge
Seven, including three journalists, set to travel to India's capital to approach UNHCR following a Manipur court order.
Twitter bans Indian actress Kangana Ranaut for hateful posts
Ranaut, an ardent Modi supporter, is accused of violating Twitter rules on hateful conduct and abusive behaviour.
Mexico apologises to Indigenous Maya people for historic abuses
The apology marked the 500th anniversary of the Spanish conquest and 200 years of Mexican independence from Spain.
Video shows Israeli settler trying to take over Palestinian house
Video shows Palestinian woman confronting Jewish settler in her family home in occupied East Jerusalem's Sheikh Jarrah.
US: Taliban attacks not affecting Afghan troop withdrawal
Pentagon says 'small harassing attacks' by Taliban will not affect September 11 pullout deadline set by President Biden.
Rickshaw ‘ambulance’ offers free oxygen to India’s COVID patients
Mohammad Javed Khan converts his three-wheeled vehicle into an ambulance to help patients amid huge oxygen crisis.
US expected to authorise Pfizer COVID jabs for 12 to 15 year olds
The company previously found its shot provided protection for the younger age group.
Rocket barrage targets Iraqi base hosting US contractors
Rockets hit an Iraqi military base that houses US contractors, wounding at least one person.
Six months of Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict: A timeline
A look at some of the most important events that have shaped the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia's northernmost region.
Filling the gaps: Indian startups bring know-how to COVID fight
Entrepreneurs are stepping in to direct patients to empty hospital beds and source oxygen and food supplies.
US trial opens against companies accused of stoking opioid crisis
West Virginia lawsuit accuses drug distributors of fuelling opioid epidemic with excessive shipments of painkillers.
Venezuela to begin clinical trials of Cuba’s vaccine candidate
Venezuelan health minister says the nation hopes to produce enough doses of Cuban vaccine to inoculate 4 million people.
EU summons Russian envoy over travel bans on Brussels officials
The bloc conveys 'strong condemnation and objection' to Moscow's blacklisting of eight EU officials.
Asian American business leaders pledge $250m to fight hate
The effort highlights Asian Americans as a political and cultural force after a spate of anti-Asian hate crimes.
DR Congo declares end of Ebola outbreak
Authorities say disease has been contained thanks to vaccination drive as they continue to monitor situation.
Canada branch of far-right Proud Boys group dissolves itself
Move comes after the Canadian government added the organisation to its 'terrorist entities' list in early February.
Verizon sells off media division including Yahoo, AOL for $5bn
Verizon's priority today is its wireless business and the construction of a multibillion-dollar network for advanced 5G.
Colombian currency plunges on finance minister resignation report
The reported resignation comes after President Duque shelved his plans to raise taxes in the wake of street protests.
US EPA wants refrigerant gases slashed 85 percent in 15 years
Proposed rule will drastically reduce greenhouse gas found in refrigerators and air conditioners.