More outrage after Trump calls controversial New York rally ‘a lovefest’
Backlash is growing from the Sunday rally, where a comedian made crude jokes about migrants and Puerto Ricans.
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Russia’s Putin launches drill of nuclear forces simulating strikes
The exercise involved Russia's full nuclear "triad" of ground, sea, and air-launched missiles
Eight wounded in new attack on UNIFIL peacekeepers in Lebanon
UNIFIL says rocket attack likely fired by Hezbollah or 'affiliated group' hit its headquarters in Naqoura.
Israel’s UNRWA ban a ‘new level in war against UN’, Palestinian envoy says
The Knesset passed a bill on Monday banning the UN agency for Palestine refugees from operating in Israel.
What does UNRWA do and why has Israel banned it from West Bank, Gaza?
What are in the bills passed by Israel to ban the Palestinian refugee agency, and what services is it responsible for?
Ex-Trump strategist Steve Bannon hits airwaves after prison release
Completing his four-month term for contempt of Congress, Bannon said 'we're going to deliver a knock-out blow'.
Conflict condemns Sudan to huge displacement, rampant sexual violence: UN
More than 14 million forced from their homes with hunger, disease and sexual violence rampant.
Vatican body urges compensation for abused minors, action against priests
Vatican commission's report is first-ever assessment of church's efforts to address crisis of sexual abuse by clergy.
Black voters grapple with US electoral power – and the temptation of Trump
Georgia's traditionally Democrat-supporting 2.6 million Black voters are a growing segment. Can Trump make inroads?
North Korean troops in Russia: How will it impact the Ukraine war?
The US says it will not impose new limits on Ukraine's use of its weapons if North Korea joins Russia's war.
Could Puerto Rican voters hurt Trump in US election after jibe at rally?
Remarks by a stand-up comedian at a Trump rally could swing the vote in battleground states like Pennsylvania.
Georgia to run partial recount amid claims of election fraud
Ballots in five randomly selected polling stations in each of Georgia's 84 electoral districts will be recounted.
Iran plans to increase military budget by 200 percent
Defence spending boost needs parliament nod, comes as Iran and Israel exchanged tit-for-tat missile strikes in October.
Burkina Faso putting civilians at risk amid conflict with rebels: HRW
Government accused of making people targets during August attack by al-Qaeda-linked armed group.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 977
As the war enters its 977th day, these are the main developments.
US election 2024: Everything you need to know in maps and charts
Understanding the Electoral College, battleground states and key races in the US for the November 5 vote.
US election: 7 days left – What polls say, what Harris and Trump are up to
On Tuesday, Kamala Harris will be in Washington, DC, while Trump will be travelling to Pennsylvania.
Malaysia’s ex-leader Mahathir, 99, discharged from hospital
Southeast Asian country's longest-serving prime minister had been hospitalised for a respiratory infection.
‘Intolerable’, ‘dangerous precedent’: World condemns Israel’s UNRWA ban
Israeli laws will prevent UNRWA from providing life-saving support to Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
Bezos defends Washington Post’s decision to end presidential endorsements
Jeff Bezos claims giving such support can 'create a perception of bias'.