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Kaboom! Former Trump casino demolished in Atlantic City
In its heyday in the 1980s, the Trump Plaza casino was a playground for the rich and famous.
Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina goes on trial in Kigali
The government critic is accused of several crimes, including terrorism, and could face 25 years in prison if convicted.
‘Event management’: Foreign envoys visit Kashmir amid shutdown
Critics denounce trip as a 'guided tour' and an attempt by the BJP government to project a 'sense of normalcy'.
European rights court calls on Russia to free Navalny immediately
European Court of Human Rights rules that Russia should release the Kremlin critic from jail, citing risks to his life.
US producer prices soar most since 2009, inflation fears persist
Inflation remains in focus as some analysts worry Biden's proposed $1.9 trillion stimulus could overheat the economy.
Shopping spree: US retail sales jump most in seven months
United States retail sales surged 5.3 percent in January, surpassing analysts' expectations.
Anger rises as millions in Texas remain without power and heat
Winter weather has also shut down Texas energy producers and halted ship traffic out of Houston's seaport.
South Africa launches vaccine roll-out with Johnson & Johnson jab
Healthcare workers, gov't officials first to receive vaccine as part of observational study to start inoculation drive.
Prisoner exchange between Israel and Syria underway: State media
Two Syrians should be released in return for a young Israeli woman in swap mediated by Russia.
Boeing backs Trump plane emission rule seen by US states as weak
In lawsuit against US environment agency, 12 states said the rule lags 'existing technology by more than 10 years'.
Japan’s ruling party wants women – not their views – at meetings
Liberal Democratic Party to let female legislators join key party meetings as observers, amid complaints over sexism.
New Zealand troops to leave Afghanistan after 20-year deployment
Six remaining personnel leaving in May ending what PM Ardern describes as nation's 'longest-running' deployment.
UN warns of Myanmar violence, as protesters create gridlock
Thousands throng streets of Yangon in bid to shatter military's claims that coup has widespread public support.
UN condemns ‘reckless’ Iraq rocket attack as US weighs response
Washington, European allies promise to hold attackers accountable but say it is too early to know who is responsible.
North Korea ‘tried to hack’ Pfizer for COVID-19 vaccine
South Korean intelligence services did not say when alleged attack took place or whether it was successful.
Wife of N Korea’s Kim appears in public for first time in a year
Ro Sol Ju, who had not been seen since January 2020, photographed with her husband at a concert.
Biden team looks to repair US ties with Europe in first NATO meet
US defence secretary to meet in Brussels with NATO counterparts to discuss alliance's future, situation in Afghanistan.
Trump lashes out at McConnell as Republican rift deepens
Donald Trump slams Republican legislator Mitch McConnell, who has blamed former US president for Capitol riot.
Biden to push COVID stimulus bill at Wisconsin town hall event
Biden will hold town hall in Wisconsin on Tuesday to build support for bill, which faces opposition from Republicans.