China rejects report Uighur children being separated from parents
Foreign ministry spokesman rejects news report that characterises China's Uighur policies as a crime against humanity.
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COVID-19: Oxford University developing five-minute antigen test
Scientists at the university hoped to start product development in early 2021 and have the test ready by next winter.
Is it really the end for Cyprus’s golden passports?
Powerful lobby and the prize of foreign investment casts doubt on a lasting end to citizenship-by-investment.
European powers condemn Israel’s settlement approvals
EU ministers say pushing ahead with more settlements violates international and undermines regional peace.
Saudi foreign minister hints at resolving Qatar blockade
Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan says a path to ending rift may be in 'relatively near future'.
Smog returns to India capital as wind drops, farmers burn stubble
With industrial activities resuming and cars back on roads, along with less wind, air quality falls to unhealthy levels.
Nagorno-Karabakh: Sirens, shelling and shelters in Stepanakert
The main city in the disputed mountain region resembles a ghost town, where people share stories of grief underground.
Pakistan cricket body to probe after player reports corruption
A player taking part in the National T20 Cup reports an approach from a suspected bookmaker during the tournament.
Mexico ex-defence minister arrested in US on ‘drug charges’
Salvador Cienfuegos was detained in connection with his alleged involvement in drug trafficking, media reports say.
Thailand’s Prayuth will not resign, protesters vow more rallies
The prime minister's resignation is a key protest demand, along with reform of the country's monarchy.
Kashmir’s political parties unite to fight for return of autonomy
Parties form grand alliance to seek restoration of region's autonomy days after India released a key Kashmiri leader.
Japan to release radioactive Fukushima water into the sea: Media
Any release of the water is expected to antagonise Japanese fishermen and raise concerns in neighbouring countries
Japan’s Suga to focus on security as he visits Vietnam, Indonesia
Prime minister's first overseas trip since his September appointment to show commitment to Southeast Asia.
Trump, Biden go at it – from a distance – in US town hall events
On the night Trump and Biden were supposed to meet on a debate stage, they faced voters in separate events.
WHO trial finds remdesivir has little effect on COVID-19
Early results from large, randomised trial suggest antiviral does little to reduce mortality rates or time in hospital.
Refugees cling to hope of resettlement, even as world slams doors
Fewer refugees than ever before are likely to be resettled in 2020 as the US, Australia and other countries cut places.
US Supreme Court hearing doubles as campaign stop for Republicans
Embattled Senate Republicans tout election concerns like healthcare, police and fundraising as they fight to keep seats.
‘Army for Trump’ preps poll-watching operation, raising concerns
Some voting rights activists are concerned such encounters could escalate tensions among voters.
Canada: Indigenous fishers urge gov’t action after violent raids
Mi'kmaw fishers in province of Nova Scotia say Ottawa must do more to protect their constitutional right to fish.
Next pandemic? Amazon deforestation may spark new diseases
Changes in the Amazon are driving displaced species of animals, from bats to monkeys to mosquitoes, into new areas.