Hong Kong fire that killed dozens ‘under control’; hundreds still missing
Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises.
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Washington, DC, shooting: Does US view 77,000 Afghans as potential threats?
Two National Guard members are shot near the White House. The suspect, identified as an Afghan national, is in custody.
Japan denies report Trump told PM Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan
Takaichi's suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked enrages Beijing.
Could Trump’s plan for Alcatraz end this Indigenous Thanksgiving tradition?
Donald Trump is planning an 'enlarged and rebuilt' Alcatraz prison. But Indigenous activists fear for their ceremonies.
Four journalists on trial over Istanbul protest coverage acquitted
Photographer Yasin Akgul says he will continue on his path 'with even more reporting' following his acquittal.
Guinea-Bissau general sworn in as transitional president after coup
General Horta Nta Na Man declares himself the leader of the transitional government.
What is bamboo scaffolding and how did it worsen the Hong Kong fire?
Experts say the scaffolding likely aided the fire's spread. At least 55 people have died, and hundreds are missing.
After death sentence, Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina gets 21 years for land grab
Public prosecutor vows to appeal the verdict, saying the government wants the maximum penalty.
Beirut attacks leave Lebanon worried and waiting for another Israeli war
Israel has repeatedly struck Lebanon since a ceasefire last year, but Sunday's Beirut attack was an escalation.
Devastating fire leaves thousands homeless in Dhaka’s Korail shantytown
It took 16 hours to douse the fire, which burned or damaged 1,500 shanties.
Indonesia races to evacuate Sumatra residents as flood deaths soar to 34
Up to 8,000 people across North Sumatra have been evacuated and roads remain blocked by landslide debris.
Thailand’s pork industry fears influx of cheap US imports under Trump
Thai pork producers are bracing for intense competition as the US seeks duty-free access to a $3bn market.
Canada announces new support for lumber, steel industries hit by tariffs
The new plan comes amid stalled trade talks between Ottawa and Washington.
Trump yanks G20 invitation from South Africa over false genocide claims
The US president has repeatedly accused South Africa of perpetrating human rights abuses against white Afrikaners.
Washington DC shooting live: 2 National Guard troops hurt, suspect detained
Officials in Washington, DC, say one suspect is in custody after the 'targeted shooting' one block from the White House.
Russia says talks to end Ukraine war ‘serious’ but rules out concessions
Kremlin spokesman says talks ongoing as US President Donald Trump pushes for an end to the conflict.
Two US National Guard troops injured in Washington, DC, shooting
Police say they have one suspect in custody as Donald Trump promises 'very steep price' for perpetrator of shooting.
Peruvian ex-President Martin Vizcarra sentenced to 14 years in prison
Vizcarra, a leader in the Peru First party, was found guilty of leading a corruption scheme when he was a governor.
India ‘examining’ Bangladesh extradition request for convicted ex-PM Hasina
Indian officials say they are examining Dhaka's latest request, made after Hasina was sentenced to death in absentia.
Ireland tightens immigration rules to check population growth
The tough new measures come amid record numbers of asylum claims and growing tensions over immigration.