EU reaches ambitious climate deal that could transform economy
Ahead of climate summit, EU policymakers agreed to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% from 1990 levels by 2030.
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Thailand seeks more COVID shots amid record surge in cases
Thailand sees record new cases in recent days blamed on a highly transmissible variant as immunisation remains slow.
UN, US climate envoys launch global finance industry push
Mark Carney, John Kerry say large banks, other financial institutions can help transition to a low-carbon economy.
India COVID surge drives oil prices down for second straight day
India, the world's third-largest oil user, has seen record numbers of new COVID cases and deaths recently.
UN seeks $29m for St Vincent amid volcanic eruption
Officials said the island will need 'hundreds of millions of dollars' on top of 'massive' humanitarian relief needs.
TikTok faces claims for billions in UK child privacy lawsuit
Class action suit claims TikTok illegally harvested children's data. TikTok plans to 'vigorously defend the action'.
Biden on George Floyd verdict: ‘A giant step forward’
The US president says the guilty verdict can be a moment of significant change, adding that 'we can’t stop here'.
China, Middle East dominate 2020 list of top executioners: Report
Amnesty's annual review shows decrease in number of global executions in 2020 but 18 countries continued the practice.
Idriss Deby: Chad ruler who held on power, died battling rebels
President of more than 30 years had fought off several rebellions and was increasingly seen as silencing rivals.
World reacts to death of Chad President Idriss Deby
World leaders pay tribute to Idriss Deby, Chad's president for more than 30 years, who has died at 68.
US faith leaders urge Home Depot boycott over Georgia voting law
'We just don't think we ought to let their indifference stand,' Bishop Reginald Jackson said of Home Depot.
Maxine Waters urges ‘confrontation’ if Chauvin found not guilty
The Democratic congresswoman's remarks draw fire from judge in the Derek Chauvin trial and from Republican lawmakers.
New rules on Argentinian beef spark fears of export limits
Cattle growers are concerned that government could impose limits on international beef sales to curb domestic inflation.
International crew, recycled capsule: SpaceX prepares to launch
Four astronauts are set to lift off from the US state of Florida on Thursday headed to the International Space Station.
Prominent Pakistani journalist Absar Alam shot and wounded
Police say motive behind shooting not immediately clear, investigation team formed to probe the attack.
Modi warns of coronavirus ‘storm’ overwhelming India
Prime minister says authorities are racing to boost oxygen supplies as Delhi authorities warn of impending shortage.
Lopez Obrador gets COVID jab: ‘It protects us all’
After weeks of back and forth on getting a jab, the Mexican president rolled up his sleeve to receive his first dose.
Chad: N’Djamena ‘on edge’ as residents stunned by Deby’s death
Stunning announcement comes a day after longtime president was declared winner of presidential election.
Iran nuclear talks closer to ‘practical steps’ in Vienna
Remaining parties to 2015 nuclear deal agree to form third expert working group to focus on steps to restore the accord.
EU regulator finds J&J vaccine has ‘possible link’ to blood clots
European Medicines Agency backs use of single-dose COVID-19 shot, saying its overall benefits outweigh risks.