Biden says Trump admin not ‘begrudging so far’ in transition
The Trump administration has begun cooperating with Biden's team, despite the president refusing to concede the race.
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Football legend Diego Maradona dies at 60
One of the greatest footballers of all time, Maradona passed away at age 60 after suffering a heart attack.
US COVID-19 daily death toll tops 2,000 with many hospitals full
Nearly 260,000 Americans have died of COVID-19, a number that could grow as the nation nears the holiday season.
Dow 30,000: Here’s what that Wall Street milestone means
The Dow rose 454.97 points, or 1.5 percent, to close at 30,046.24 for the first time on Tuesday. Here's what that means.
US markets open flat amid unexpected rise in jobless claims
The back-to-back increase in claims for US state unemployment benefits is the first since July.
Trump plans to pardon former aide Michael Flynn: Reports
Flynn pleaded guilty in 2017 to lying to the FBI about interactions he had with Russia’s ambassador.
China’s Wang meeting Suga in first high-level talks with Japan PM
Japan and China have agreed to cooperate on trade and the pandemic while skirting territorial disputes.
Australia cancels Muslim scholar’s citizenship in a local first
Algerian-born Abdul Nacer Benbrika is the first person to be stripped of his citizenship while still in Australia.
Ahmed Patel: Leader of India’s Congress party dies of coronavirus
The veteran leader, a former MP from Gujarat state, was close to the Gandhi family who did not show off his power.
China weighs legal steps against ‘die-hard Taiwan secessionists’
The move may see Beijing try to take legal steps against Taiwan's democratically elected president, Tsai Ing-wen.
Hong Kong’s Lam vows to restore stability, order after ‘chaos’
Embattled leader of semi-autonomous Chinese city says priority is to restore 'constitutional order' after protests.
Pakistan gives UN a dossier on India, New Delhi dubs it ‘lies’
Pakistan submits 'terror dossier' against India to the UN a day after New Delhi gave a dossier to some UNSC members.
What is the Quad and can it counter China’s rise?
Analysts say strategic differences between US, India, Japan and Australia could hinder their bid to deter China.
India’s southeastern coast braces for powerful cyclone
People asked to remain indoors as Cyclone Nivar is set to bear down in coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andhra states.
‘Obelisk’ in US desert draws wild theories from UFO spotters
The shiny, triangular metal pillar was spotted from the air last week by baffled local officials in the state of Utah.
Thailand revives lese majeste ahead of rally over royal fortune
Summons issued for at least seven leaders under royal insult law, mark its first use since early 2018.
Lebanon’s outgoing PM fears for his life after political fight
Hassan Diab says entrenched interests stymied reform efforts adding that he does not want to stay as caretaker leader.
No dancing, drinking as Hong Kong tightens COVID-19 rules again
New measures to come into force on Nov 26 because of the 'serious epidemic situation' in the territory.
President-elect Biden to receive US intelligence briefings
After weeks of delay, the president-elect will now have access to real-time United States intelligence.
What do Biden cabinet nominees mean for US Middle East policy?
Joe Biden's foreign policy nominees say they will prioritise human rights in relations with Middle East governments.