US sanctions Cuban ministry for alleged human rights abuses
During his presidency, Donald Trump took a tough stance on Cuba, tightening restrictions on US travel and remittances.
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Far right ready to ‘fight and kill in Trump’s name’: Experts
Unprecedented cooperation between far-right groups a cause for concern as US prepares for further political violence.
New wave: China’s COVID infections cloud economic recovery
Economists say consumption, which typically accounts for more than half of the Chinese economy, has lagged.
US CDC warns new COVID variant could be dominant strain by March
The US CDC says a more transmissible COVID-19 variant first discovered in the UK has been found in 10 states.
Brazil airlifts emergency oxygen to Manaus amid COVID surge
Doctors use own vehicles to transport patients as residents seek oxygen tanks on the black market, local media reports.
Robots rising: Firms debut fuzzy pets, household helpers at CES
Firms unveiled AI-enabled gadgets aimed at making staying home during the COVID crisis easier during this year's CES.
COVID death toll has now crossed the two-million mark
Grim milestone reached as countries battle rising infections despite gradual roll-out of vaccination campaigns.
Palestinians announce first elections in 15 years
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announces first presidential elections in 15 years to take place on July 31.
A Gensler-led SEC could see greater oversight of cryptocurrencies
Biden's reported choice to lead the SEC has said greater oversight could help mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies.
US retail sales fell in Dec but economists see better days ahead
Surging COVID-19 infections saw consumers hunker down at home and hold tight to their wallets.
US downsizes its troops in Afghanistan to 2,500
President Trump, who ordered the reduction last year, says that troop levels in Afghanistan reached a 19-year low.
‘Under siege’: Uganda’s Bobi Wine says military raids home
Politician tweets the military has entered his house after he disputed early presidential results.
Rio’s hidden trail reveals breathtaking views and economic hope
In Rio de Janeiro, tourism has been hit hard by the pandemic, but neighbourhood guides reveal a new side to the city.
Dutch PM Rutte and his government quit over child welfare scandal
Some 10,000 families, some of whom were racially profiled, were forced to repay tens of thousands of euros of subsidies.
UN: Nearly 60,000 have fled Central African Republic violence
UNHCR blamed intensifying violence since a December 27 presidential vote for the sharp increase in refugees.
‘Major violations’ of international law at Tigray refugee camps
UN says satellite imagery show destruction at the Shimelba and Hitsats camps for refugees.
The Trump business backlash, more stimulus and a stamp for Greta
We round up the numbers from the week’s biggest economic news stories so you can impress yourself and your friends.
Lockerbie bomber’s family lose appeal against his conviction
Al-Megrahi's family and some relatives of the Scottish victims have always doubted his guilt.
Russia withdraws from Open Skies Treaty after US departure
US withdrawal from post-Cold War defence pact last year 'upended balance of interests of signatory states', says Moscow.
US says Capitol mob meant to ‘capture and assassinate’ officials
US Justice Department brought more than 80 criminal cases in connection with violent riots at US Capitol on January 6.