France, Poland and Ukraine impose new lockdown measures
People in Poland, France and Ukraine woke up to new restrictions with shops shut and people urged to work from home.
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Worsening violence in western Ethiopia forcing civilians to flee
Civilians in western Ethiopia say they plan to relocate after spate of attacks targeting people of ethnic Amhara origin.
Thailand: Police disperse protesters calling for monarchy reform
Pro-democracy protesters gathered near the Grand Palace in Bangkok to demand reforms and the release of activists.
Guinea-Bissau’s plan to lift logging ban sparks fears for forests
Government proposal to lift moratorium raises concern among activists who fear a return to 2012-2015 timber felling.
Ecuador’s health minister resigns after just 19 days
Ecuador is one of a few nations in South America embroiled in scandals over coronavirus vaccine queue-jumping.
Anger, condemnation after Turkey exits treaty to protect women
Since last year, women have taken to the streets calling on the government to stick to the convention.
EU threatens to ban AstraZeneca exports if vaccines not delivered
EU chief says AstraZeneca could see its COVID vaccine exports blocked if it does not meet its contractual obligations.
Qatar says reforms to labour laws have ‘transformed’ the market
Qatar’s new minimum wage law, the latest in a series of recent labour reforms, comes into effect.
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tests positive for COVID
The 68 year-old Pakistani premier is self-isolating after contracting COVID-19 two days after being vaccinated.
How a surfing revolution is riding the wave in India
Despite obstacles, surfing is seeking a bigger base in India.
Congo heading to polls as Nguesso seeks to extend 36-year reign
Longtime president expected to see off challenge from six other candidates and win Sunday's vote.
Turkey’s Erdogan sacks central bank governor after rate hike
Turkey's president fires Naci Agbal after just four months on the job following surprise increase in interest rates.
Largest asteroid of 2021 to make closest approach to Earth
Scientist advise people not to panic as the giant rock makes its closest approach on Sunday.
Bolsonaro asks court to reverse Brazil’s COVID-19 restrictions
Brazil's COVID-19 death toll has increased sharply in recent weeks, to more than 290,000, second only to that of the US.
Allies of El Salvador’s Bukele win absolute majority in Congress
El Salvador's populist leader extends power as first president in nearly three decades to have a majority in Congress.
Turkey pulls out of treaty protecting women from violence
Politicians claim charter damages family unity, encourages divorce and acceptance of the LGBT community.
Iceland’s Fagradalsfjall erupts, lighting up sky near Reykjavik
Public advised to stay away and the main road from the capital region to Keflavik airport was temporarily closed.
EU set to sanction Myanmar military officials for coup
At least 11 Myanmar officials face sanctions for coup as UN official proposes cut in army's access to weapons, money.
Biden condemns Atlanta shootings as anti-Asian hate crime
The US president links rise in attacks on Asians to fears stoked by the coronavirus pandemic.
Four Proud Boys leaders charged in relation to Capitol riot
Federal indictment presents new evidence of how federal officials believe group members planned January 6 riot.