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What’s behind the scandal of World Bank country rankings?
Investigation finds the institution succumbed to pressure to knock some countries, boost others in its annual reports.
Ethiopia orders expulsion of 7 top UN officials for ‘meddling’
The seven have been declared 'persona non grata' and given 72 hours to leave the country, foreign ministry says.
World Bank chief: Sudan improving from situation of shortages
Malpass, first World Bank head to visit the country in decades, advises patience with transition Sudan is going through.
Who is Olaf Scholz, Germany’s potential successor to Merkel?
Scholz is clear favourite for chancellor once a coalition is formed, after the SPD edged out the conservatives.
UAE allows blocked Afghanistan evacuation flight to depart for US
The plane carrying US citizens and permanent residents had been temporarily prevented from departing for the US.
Confusion reigns after China slams door on crypto
For firms that invested heavily in cryptocurrencies and mining gear, the options for cashing in may be limited.
Qatar calls Taliban moves on girls education ‘very disappointing’
Speaking alongside the EU's Josep Borrell, Sheikh Mohammed called on the Taliban to maintain 'gains' made in past years.
Push: The Global Housing Crisis
Leilani Farha leads an investigation into the global housing crisis for the United Nations.
Infographic: How the price of petrol has changed (2001-2021)
The global average price of petrol has doubled over the past 20 years. Here are 5 graphics explaining the oil industry.
Sarah Everard: UK police officer gets life term for rape, murder
Wayne Couzens abducted Sarah Everard on March 3 while she was walking home from a friend’s house in south London.
Qatar to host its first ever Formula One Grand Prix in November
Qatar also signed a 10-year deal to host Formula One from 2023, organisers said.
Dead White Man’s Clothes
We investigate the environmental consequences of Ghana accepting used clothing from the global north.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano eruption in ‘full swing’: USGS
2018 eruption of Kilauea caused widespread damage, but officials say latest eruption poses no immediate threat to homes.
Duterte drug war critic nominated to run as Philippine president
Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo seen as the 'real opposition candidate' in the race to replace Duterte in 2022.
Vietnam to end COVID lockdown in Ho Chi Minh City
People in Vietnam's largest city will be able to leave their homes on Friday after months of strict COVID curbs.
Ecuador declares emergency in prisons after 116 inmates killed
Authorities say the deadly riots at the prison in Guayaquil are the worst in the country's history.
Ethiopians in three regions go to polls in delayed election
Citizens in three regions are electing 47 representatives in the June vote delayed over ballot and security issues.
France’s Sarkozy convicted of illegal campaign financing
Ex-president handed one-year sentence for major overspend during failed 2012 re-election bid.
Vaccine apartheid: The Global South fights back
Fed up with the games of rich countries, Global South countries are starting to take matters into their own hands.
US general says Afghanistan collapse rooted in Trump-Taliban deal
Top general says collapse of the Afghan government can be traced to US troop withdrawal deal.
Tunisian politicians call for resumption of parliament
Ennahdha asks parliament speaker to resume assembly's work, while tens of MPs reject Saied's move to rule by decree.
Asia’s Pandemic Waste Emergency
We explore how Southeast Asia is struggling to cope with thousands of tonnes of medical waste during COVID-19.
Thailand issues new flood warnings amid heavy monsoon rains
Seven people have died and two are missing from flooding triggered by Tropical Storm Dianmu.
Israeli forces kill two Palestinians in separate incidents
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man in occupied West Bank village of Burqin and a woman in Jerusalem's Old City.
Nigeria: Can Boko Haram fighters rejoin society?
Government hails rehabilitation programmes but victims of armed group express doubts.
Israel foreign minister in Bahrain for landmark visit
FM Yair Lapid will inaugurate Israel's embassy in Manama and sign bilateral deals during the trip, says ministry.
This is what the death of democracy looks like
America is in a dark place. There are no simple ways forward or easy solutions that could bring people together.
YouTube expands COVID move to block all anti-vaccine content
Aside from anti-COVID-19 misinformation, video-sharing giant will also bar erroneous claims about flu and measles jabs.
New Zealand tightens ‘terror’ law after ISIL-linked knife attack
New law punishes plotting an attack with up to seven years in jail, and comes after an ISIL-linked stabbing in Auckland.
N Korea’s Kim offers to restore inter-Korean hotline, slams US
Leader says move to reactivate lines by early October is to help 'realise the expectations and desire' of Korean nation.
US will not normalise or upgrade diplomatic ties with Syria
Washington suspended its diplomatic presence in Syria in 2012 and then placed sanctions on President al-Assad's gov't
‘Old school’ Kishida faces challenge to inspire Japan
New LDP leader expected to be installed as prime minister on Monday with elections just weeks away.
US judge suspends Britney Spears’s father from conservatorship
Decision is significant victory for pop star, who pleaded in dramatic court hearings that her father needed to be cut out.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro complains about gas prices as inflation soars
Inflation, running at an annual rate of more than 10 percent, has become one of Bolsonaro’s biggest headaches.
Mexico sends 70 Haitian migrants to Port-au-Prince by plane
Removal from Mexico follows US expulsions of thousands of Haitian asylum seekers, which drew widespread criticism.
Last-gasp Ronaldo wins it for Manchester United
Ronaldo scores 95th-minute winner against Villarreal; Barcelona hammered by Benfica; holders Chelsea lose at Juventus.
Canada court upholds Indigenous child compensation order
Court upholds decision ordering Canada to compensate Indigenous children discriminated against in provision of services.
China power cuts, UK petrol woes: Why is there an energy crunch?
Energy shortages in China, the United Kingdom and Europe are causing significant disruptions.
Overseas fans banned from 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
IOC welcomed the decision to have Chinese spectators after Tokyo games were held with empty stadiums due to COVID-19.
PAHO says it is buying more COVID vaccines for Americas
WHO's Americas branch says it is in 'advanced' talks with vaccine manufacturers to buy additional doses.
Algeria summons French envoy over visa restriction plan
Move comes after France cuts back visas for nationals of Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia over immigration policy.
What’s behind the latest dispute between Serbia and Kosovo?
Dispute over licence plates triggers renewed tension between Balkan neighbours.
Death toll in Ecuador prison riot rises to 30: Officials
Officials say deadly violence involving gunfire, knives and explosions broke out after a dispute between two gangs.
Prominent Rohingya leader shot dead in Bangladesh refugee camp
Mohibullah, who formed the ARPSH, shot outside his office after attending evening prayers.
Energy crunch: Three more UK power firms collapse
More than 1.7 million United Kingdom customers have lost their energy supplier, as natural gas prices break records.
Qatar to ease COVID restrictions after drop in cases
Mask regulations will no longer apply to outdoor activities among other measures lifted in Qatar as cases keep dropping.
Energy crunch: China mulls hiking power prices for factories
Government is considering hiking power prices for factories to ease a growing supply crunch, sources tell Bloomberg.
Summary killings, human-rights abuses surge in eastern DRC
According to the UN Joint Human Rights Office, 293 civilians were killed in August, including 63 women and 24 children.
EU court annuls Morocco trade deals over Western Sahara
Morocco did not have the consent of Western Sahara people needed for trade treaties, a European Union court has ruled.
US issues Hezbollah-related sanctions in coordination with Qatar
Coordinated US-Qatari measures target 'major' Hezbollah financing network in Arabian Peninsula, US Treasury says.
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