US sanctions Venezuelan judge, prosecutor over Citgo convictions
The Trump administration imposed sanctions on a judge and prosecutor for the conviction of six American oil executives.
Category Archives: News
Thai women gold panners find bright spot in COVID-ravaged economy
Many women who used to sell vegetables and food to tourists have turned to panning as gold prices near an all-time high.
UK stocks sink as government widens strict COVID lockdowns
Britain approved Oxford University and AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine but a new strain is causing concerns.
Pending sales of US existing homes fall for third straight month
Higher prices and limited inventory may be slowing momentum in the housing market despite record-low borrowing costs.
Republican US Senator Hawley to object to Electoral College vote
Josh Hawley's objection wouldn't prevent Joe Biden's election from becoming official, but could delay it by a few hours.
What’s behind the latest GCC reconciliation efforts?
Reports of potential deal to end the Gulf dispute come ahead of upcoming GCC summit in the Saudi capital Riyadh.
Uganda police arrest Bobi Wine, tear gas supporters
The opposition presidential candidate was arrested while campaigning in Kalangala in the country's central region.
Crypto-linked stocks extend rally that produced 400% gains
The price of Bitcoin briefly rose above $28,000 Wednesday to a record high, bringing its December gain to more than 40%.
US bombers fly over the Gulf amid tensions with Iran
Washington says bombers flew over the Gulf to deter Tehran from attacking American or allied targets in the region.
Egypt clears officers in murder of Italian student Giulio Regeni
Prosecutors reject Italian claims that five Egyptian policemen were involved in Regeni's torture and killing in 2016.
CAR opposition coalition demands annulment of election
Coalition, which includes five presidential candidates, says third of voters unable to cast ballots due to insecurity.
Iran sets $150,000 compensation for Ukrainian Airlines victims
Iran sets compensation for downed flight’s victims ahead of the deadly incident’s one-year anniversary.
E-krona? Increasingly cashless Sweden eyes digital currency
Less than 10 percent of all payments are made with cash in Sweden, according to research by its central bank.
Officers involved in Breonna Taylor’s death facing dismissal
Two detectives linked to the killing of a Black woman in her home receive pre-termination letters.
EU, China sign investment deal 7 years in the making
The investment deal will help redress what Europe sees as unbalanced economic ties.
Yemen’s PM condemns ‘treacherous, cowardly’ Aden airport attack
Explosion at Aden airport came after plane carrying the new Yemeni government arrived from Saudi Arabia.
Qatar emir invited to Gulf summit amid diplomatic row
Sheikh Tamim has not yet confirmed whether he will attend the GCC summit in Saudi Arabia on January 5.
Turkey, US in talks to discuss sanctions imposed over S-400s
The US slapped sanctions on NATO ally Turkey following its acquisition of the Russian missile shield in 2017.
Blasts hit Yemen’s Aden airport as new unity government arrives
Blasts and gunfire were heard after a plane carrying the new Yemeni government arrived from Saudi Arabia.
Convicted US spy Pollard arrives in Israel
Jonathan Pollard, who was convicted of spying for Israel in the US more than 30 years ago, landed in Israel on Wednesday.