New York governor wins International Emmy for COVID-19 briefings
The award committee praised Andrew Cuomo's 'masterful use of television to inform and calm people around the world'.
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UK, Canada agree to post-Brexit rollover trade deal
The countries say they will work on a more comprehensive agreement next year after Britain completes its EU departure.
Nigeria slips into recession blamed on COVID-19 and oil prices
The country's economy shrinks two quarters in a row amid contraction in its oil sector.
Thousands rally against French bill to curb police identification
Demonstrators in France decry draft law restricting publication of photos or videos of officers' faces while in action.
How has Burkina Faso changed since the ‘insurrection’?
Burkinabes go to the polls on Sunday as the country faces an escalating humanitarian and economic crisis.
Trump to lose @POTUS Twitter account on January 20
Donald Trump refuses to concede to Joe Biden, but Twitter says that won't get in the way of official account's transfer.
Erdogan calls on EU for dialogue, says Turkey’s future in Europe
Erdogan's message comes as EU leaders consider imposing further sanctions on Turkey over Eastern Mediterranean dispute.
Five killed in police chase after mass prison break in Lebanon
Police said so far 15 inmates have been rearrested and four of the escaped prisoners handed themselves over.
Refugee advocates urge Biden to ‘rebuild’ US asylum system
The Biden administration must address curbs to the US asylum system that worsened under Trump, refugee groups say.
Concern grows for safety of Eritrean refugees as Tigray war rages
Eritrean refugees face threats of violence, harassment and food shortages amid conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region.
Iran imposes nationwide COVID-19 restrictions but no lockdown
Iran has enacted new restrictions but experts say a full lockdown is needed to control COVID-19 infections.
Mike Pompeo meets Afghan gov’t, Taliban negotiators in Qatar
Visit comes after a rocket attack that struck densely populated areas of Kabul, killing at least eight people.
Turkey’s President Erdogan, Saudi king discuss improving ties
Turkish President Erdogan and Saudi King Salman discussed bilateral ties and agreed to resolve lingering disputes.
Ethiopia says it captured Tigrayan town of Adigrat
Addis Ababa's denial that talks were imminent comes hours after the African Union named special envoys to help mediate.
G20 leaders tackle coronavirus crisis, global recession
Alongside the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change is a main theme that will be discussed in the Saudi-hosted G20 summit.
Iran slams European criticism on expanding nuclear programme
Iran says European concern is unwarranted since nations involved are not fully committed to the nuclear deal.
Twenty-three rockets hit Afghan capital Kabul, 8 civilians killed
At least eight civilians have been killed in the attack and dozens wounded as the Taliban denies involvement.
Hackers target Premier League giants Manchester United
The football club said it shut down affected systems but confirmed customer and fan personal data was not breached.
US, Taiwan hold talks on strengthening economic ties
Two sides agree to establish an 'institutionalised dialogue mechanism', discuss science, technology, trade and health.
Trump suffers double blow in bid to overturn US election results
Georgia certifies Joe Biden's win as top Michigan legislators pour cold water on Trump play to reverse results.