Trump rallies linked to thousands of COVID-19 cases, study finds
Stanford University report says over 30,000 cases and over 700 deaths likely linked to 18 Donald Trump campaign events.
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Johnson locks down England as UK COVID-19 cases pass 1 million
Non-essential shops must close and people will only be able to leave home for a short list of reasons.
Iraq clears Baghdad’s Tahrir Square, a year after protests began
The move sparks some emotional appeals on social media not to clear Baghdad's central square.
Top Turkish officials close to Erdogan test positive for COVID-19
Turkey's presidential spokesman and interior minister test positive for the coronavirus.
Suspected ADF attack in DRC village kills more than 20 civilians
Local group says 15 of the 21 people killed in raid on Lisasa village in eastern DRC were women.
US forces rescue American kidnapped in Niger
Philipe Nathan Walton was taken from his farm in Massalata in southern Niger by armed kidnappers who demanded ransom.
US elections: Why the Senate contests matter
Democrats are seeking to take control of the influential chamber, where Republicans currently have a 53-47 majority.
Greek Orthodox priest injured in French shooting, assailant fled
A Greek Orthodox priest has been injured in a shooting in the French city of Lyon and assailant has fled, police said.
Macron says he understands Muslims’ shock over prophet cartoons
French President Emmanuel Macron tells Al Jazeera he understands the 'sentiments' being expressed by the Muslim world.
Biden and Trump in battleground blitz: US elections live news
With just three days left, Trump will hold four rallies in Pennsylvania, as Biden campaigns with Obama in Michigan.
Three days from the US elections: What you need to know
Donald Trump and Joe Biden barnstorm the US this weekend in the final days of the US presidential election campaign.
Iran to implement new restrictions as COVID-19 cases surge
Coronavirus restrictions continue to mount across Iran as the country battles major wave of infections.
Former James Bond actor Sean Connery dies aged 90
The Scottish-born actor was best known for starring in seven James Bond films including Dr No and Goldfinger.
Trump’s biggest campaign promises: Did he deliver?
Building 'the wall', cutting taxes and a Muslim ban are among the promises Trump made during his 2016 campaign.
Joe Biden’s long political career features several policy shifts
On issues including criminal justice reform, foreign wars and the economy, Biden's views have evolved over time.
US House race to watch: Lois Frankel vs Laura Loomer
Florida’s 21st congressional district election pits veteran incumbent against a young controversial far-right activist.
Armenia, Azerbaijan trade accusations again after new attacks
Shelling reported by both sides within hours of the latest agreement to defuse conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh.
Tanzania opposition demands vote rerun, calls for street protests
Main opposition parties allege fraud in Wednesday's polls and urge supporters to take to the streets on Monday.
Qatar renews apology over ‘grossly disturbing’ airport incident
Foreign ministers of Qatar and Australia speak for the first time after October 2 incident at Doha airport.
Shutdown in Kashmir after India’s new land laws
Residents, politicians denounce India's new land laws as a 'settler-colonial project' that seeks demographic change.