HK arrests nine people suspected of helping 12 detained in China
Police say the group is suspected of providing the boat and funds to help the 12 activists trying to get to Taiwan.
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Detained Australian writer to face spy trial in China
Yang Hengjun disappeared after arriving in Guangzhou in January 2019 and has not been allowed to see his family.
North Korea “appears to have staged” military parade: South Korea
Recent satellite imagery has revealed troops rehearsing, amid expectations it would showcase new strategic weapons.
Taiwan to strengthen defences as China tensions escalate
In speech marking island's National Day, President Tsai Ing-wen also called for dialogue with China.
Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia, Azerbaijan ceasefire comes into effect
Meanwhile, the two nations accuse each other of bombing civilian areas in Nagorno-Karabakh region ahead of ceasefire.
US presidential debate set for October 15 officially cancelled
Debate commission announcement comes after Donald Trump and Joe Biden disagreed over option to hold virtual event.
US judge upholds COVID-19 limits on places of worship in NY state
The restrictions were challenged by ultra-Orthodox Jewish groups, which claimed their community was unfairly targeted.
US: Family of Black teen killed by police arrested at protest
Protests broke out near Milwaukee after prosecutor decided not to file charges against police officer who fatally shot Alvin Cole.
Why control of the US Senate may be held up by Georgia
Georgia's two Senate races may end up as runoff elections that could put Senate control in limbo until January.
Trump says he wants a bigger coronavirus aid deal than Democrats
In the latest twist in stimulus talks, Trump says he wants a bigger COVID-19 aid package than Democrats are offering.
Ex-cop charged in George Floyd’s death can live out of state
Citing safety concerns, Minnesota judge says Derek Chauvin can live in a neighbouring state while he awaits trial.
#EndSARS: Nigerians protest against police brutality
Nigeria's federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is widely accused of unlawful arrests, torture and even murder.
Twitter to impose misinformation limits ahead of US election
New rules restrict candidates from declaring premature victory and block calls for violence and voting interference.
Ex-Philadelphia cop charged in fatal shooting of Black man
Prosecutors said a dazed and unarmed Dennis Plowden was holding his hand in front of his face when the officer fired.
Algeria expelling thousands of migrants across Niger border: HRW
More than 3,000 migrants and refugees were expelled from the North African country in September, HRW said.
Stimulus hopes see US stocks finish the week on a high note
Investors are still hopeful the White House and Congress can reach a deal on more coronavirus aid.
American Voter: Niq Hunter
Al Jazeera's American Voter series asks the same questions to voters across the US.
Pakistan bans TikTok over ‘indecent’ content
Chinese social media app was given a ‘final notice’ over ‘obscenity’ concerns by authorities in July.
More than 7 million have already voted: US live election news
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic a record number of early votes are being cast.
US elections: How do depression, anxiety influence voter turnout?
People experiencing signs of depression are less likely to vote and participate in the political process.