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A ride to heaven: Why Sumba loves the Sandalwood pony
The lineage of the Sandalwood pony dates back to the 8th century and is central to the Indonesian island's culture.
Former Colombia leader asks pardon for army killings of civilians
Former president Santos asks forgiveness for deaths of thousands during armed conflict with left-wing fighters.
Paraguay publishes names of the vaccinated to stop COVID cheaters
Paraguay's public database lists the person's name, place of vaccination, type of vaccine and doses to help stop cheats.
Is binging Netflix bad for the Earth? Study probes carbon output
An hour of streaming Netflix emits the equivalent of about 55 grams of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
‘Critical race theory’ becomes a flashpoint in US public schools
As Americans face a racial reckoning, a fierce political debate is emerging over how race is discussed in schools.
US tech titans would have to exit key businesses under House plan
Amazon, Apple and other technology giants could be banned from selling their own branded products if a new law passes.
Voting changes by US Republicans spark reaction from Justice Dept
Attorney General Merrick Garland promises to defend 'cornerstone of our democracy' against challenges by Republican states.
Henri Marie Dondra named Central African Republic prime minister
Former finance minister was appointed as prime minister a day after Firmin Ngrebada announced his resignation.
Teen who shot video of Floyd’s death receives Pulitzer honour
Darnella Frazier took video of the police killing of George Floyd which 'spurred protests against police brutality'.
Peru’s socialist party chief cites ‘victory’ as vote count nears
The nation's electoral authority has not confirmed the win, but Pedro Castillo holds a tiny margin over Keiko Fujimori.
McDonald’s latest company to suffer data breach
McDonald's said its investigation determined that only South Korea and Taiwan had customer personal data accessed.
Can Biden reinstate US global leadership?
US president is meeting world leaders in Europe, promising 'America is back'.
US to investigate Trump-era seizures of Democrats’ phone data
Calls grow for former attorneys general Bill Barr and Jeff Sessions to testify about the data seizures.
Bonus edition: Nigeria Twitter ban, Iran, racism in academia
Best of the week and behind the scenes.
Mali coup chief names new cabinet with army officers in key posts
Military officers receive the strategic ministries of defence, security and national reconciliation.
US and Mexico are putting migrant minors in ‘harm’s way’: report
A report published by Amnesty International found that the US and Mexico returned tens of thousands of migrant children.
‘Action time’: Ghanaians plant 5m trees to fight forest depletion
People from all walks of life take part in 'Green Ghana' project aimed at saving depleting forest reserves.
Euro 2020: World’s top sporting event since pandemic to kick off
Italy taking on Turkey at opening match of delayed football tournament, to be played in front of 15,000 fans in Rome.
Will G7 green initiative have more climate cred than China’s BRI?
Clean Green Initiative aims to rival China’s Belt and Road Initiative and curb Beijing’s growing economic clout.
Algeria’s upcoming election will not instigate meaningful change
No matter who forms the next government, the military will remain in control and popular protests will continue.
Deforestation in Brazil Amazon rainforest soars 67 percent
May begins the dry season in the Amazon rainforest, making it easier for loggers and other industries to cut down trees.
Bitcoin Beach, child labour, Oman’s youth and an $18.9M coin
We gather the numbers to know from the week’s biggest economic news stories so you can impress your friends.
‘A catastrophe’: UN warns of intensifying violence in Myanmar
UN human rights chief says military government is 'singularly responsible' and 'must be held to account'.
Israel forces kill Palestinian teen at occupied West Bank protest
Mohammed Hamayel, 15, was killed during weekly protest in West Bank village of Beita against illegal Jewish settlement.
Musk unveils Model S Plaid, Tesla’s fastest car to date
Elon Musk billed Tesla's newest vehicle, the Model S Plaid, as a halo product that proves the superiority of EVs.
Delta COVID variant 60 percent more transmissible, UK gov’t says
The variant first identified in India currently accounts for more than 90 percent of Britain's new COVID-19 cases.
Algeria arrests prominent journalists, activist before election
Arrests of Khaled Drareni, Ihsane El Kadi, Karim Tabbou evidence of 'chilling escalation' in dissent clampdown: Amnesty.
What to expect from Biden’s first NATO summit as US president
Afghanistan, Russia, China and spending to dominate talks as alliance embraces Democrat after tumultuous Trump era.
Is El Salvador’s Bitcoin embrace a cold shoulder to the US?
El Salvador uses the dollar as its currency and its monetary policy is wedded to the US even as relations falter.
Oman’s youth unemployment problem is a harbinger for wider Gulf
Oman unrest is harbinger for other Gulf petrostates that need to diversify to create jobs for legions of young people.
Israel closes case of prison officers filmed beating Palestinians
Only four of 10 officers questioned, and none arrested, after March 2019 incident at Ketziot Prison, Haaretz reports.
US policy on Israel: Go bold, Joe
There are multiple reasons for President Joe Biden to change Washington's approach to Israel-Palestine.
Iran elections: Towards an ‘Islamic government’
Ali Khamenei views the June 18 presidential election as an opportunity to realise his vision for the future of Iran.
Dengue fever cut by 77% in groundbreaking mosquito trial
Results of the three-year study offer hope in the global battle against an illness that sickens millions annually.
Over 30,000 children risk death in Tigray due to famine: UN
The children are in hard-to-reach areas of the conflict-wracked northern region in Ethiopia, according to the UN.
Puerto Rico faces blackout after cyberattack, fire
Thousands of people were left in the dark following the incidents, although it was unclear if they were linked.
G7 to donate 1 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses to poorer countries
Wealthy nations begin key summit with Biden in attendance, as some campaign groups condemn vaccine 'charity' plan.
Demolishing Palestinian homes for an Israeli religious theme park
More than 100 buildings housing 1,500 people in the al-Bustan area of Silwan in occupied East Jerusalem face demolition.
Trump admin seized data from two Democratic legislators: Report
Prosecutors in the Justice Department seized data from Apple on two Democratic lawmakers, according to NY Times.
Communism, Leninism to attend brother Socialism’s Indian wedding
Youngest son of a district-level communist leader in Tamil Nadu state set to marry Mamata Banerjee on Sunday.
Ilhan Omar hits back at ‘Islamophobic tropes’ by fellow Democrats
The US congresswoman denies she drew 'a moral comparison' between the US, Israel, Hamas and the Taliban.
Israel’s Netanyahu lashes out as end of his era draws near
Benjamin Netanyahu says he is victim of a 'deep state' conspiracy and speaks in apocalyptic terms about Israel.
This Indian village refused COVID vaccines, fearing a god’s wrath
In Himachal Pradesh's Malana village, a local deity 'told' residents not to take the vaccine. How did they come around?
Gamers rally behind indie charity bundle for Palestinians
A Palestinian software developer's work is used to raise money to support people trapped in Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
Israel spy on Iran nuclear scientists: ‘We offer them a way out’
The outgoing spy agency chief reveals Israel was behind attacks targeting Iran's nuclear programme and a top scientist.
Turkey’s troops should leave Afghanistan under 2020 deal: Taliban
Taliban spokesman tells Reuters Turkey should withdraw troops as part of deal with the US for pullout of foreign forces.
Lebanon electricity crisis: ‘Disaster in the making’
After years of stalling reforms, Lebanon is running out of time - and money - to keep the lights on.
Several pilgrims killed after bus overturns in southwest Pakistan
Bus carrying dozens of pilgrims overturns in Balochistan province, killing at least 18 people and injuring 42 others.
Actor Riz Ahmed leads bid to change way Muslims seen in movies
Fellowships for young Muslim artists to be decided by committee including actors Mahershala Ali and Ramy Youssef.
Kenya reopens airspace to flights from Somalia
Nairobi says goodwill move taken in the mutual interest of the two East African countries.
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