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Government data shows 294,287 coronavirus-related deaths through March 15, over 61 percent higher than confirmed toll.

Facebook says it froze Venezuelan president's page for 30 days because he violated COVID-19 misinformation rules.

The Eritrean president finds himself in an increasingly difficult situation.

Worshippers attend Palm Sunday procession from the Mount of Olives to Jerusalem's Old City amid COVID-19 restrictions.

Document lays out principles as basis to resolve conflict, including guaranteeing right to freedom of religion.

Aerial assault comes after group controlling southeastern state condemned coup and announced support for resistance.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who has faced months of protests, to step down in April to allow parliamentary vote.

Trial of ex-cop charged in George Floyd's death, which sparked global protests, marks a ‘seminal’ moment, experts say.

Artificial Intelligence is already part of our lives and it will play a key role in future wars. But is it safe?

Geneticist Adam Rutherford and economist Faiza Shaheen discuss how to deconstruct racism and build a fairer world.

Egypt's president orders preparations for the possible removal of some of ship's cargo as teams struggle to free it.

Move comes after more than 200 Chinese fishing vessels were spotted off Whitsun Reef earlier this month.

The tussle for control of Pakistan football takes another turn after PFF head office attacked.

Protesters in Myanmar return to streets following the bloodiest day since the military seized power in a February coup.

Intercommunal violence spikes in western regions as war in Tigray continues.

More than a dozen people injured after clashing with police after a two-day visit by India's PM Narendra Modi.

An Indonesian cathedral was rocked by a suicide bombing on Sunday as people inside celebrated the start of Holy Week.

Ahead of qualifiers, Norway, Germany and Netherlands footballers have protested Qatar's treatment of migrant workers.

Europe seems to be starting a third wave of COVID-19 despite the vaccine rollout. Why? And what is the New York variant?

Blockage of the Suez Canal by stranded ship impacts oil imports to beleaguered Syria, already suffering fuel shortages.

Authorities arrest two suspects over the killing of Mahmoud al-Werfalli, who was wanted by the ICC for war crimes.

How one of India's largest sports-goods bazaars, located in Kolkata, is hoping to stay afloat after COVID restrictions.

Zahraa Ghandour and her mentor Hanaa Edwar have broken tradition to voice the struggles of women in their community.

At least 14 wounded after an attacker detonates explosives outside a packed church during Palm Sunday Mass.

5,000 fans at the show for Spanish indie band Love of Lesbian had to wear masks but social distancing was not required.

Rare statement from defence chiefs of 12 countries came after Myanmar army killed 114 people in deadliest crackdown yet.

Hong Kong likely to resume vaccination next week after probe into defective packaging rules out systemic errors.

Thousands are displaced after Venezuela military launched operation against 'armed groups' near Colombian border.

Medical charity says Yemen's COVID-19 emergency response needs support 'across the board' as cases rise.

North Korean accuses US President Joe Biden of 'provocation' following criticism of missile tests.

Police arrest more than 100 people as they gathered for fresh protests against President Alexander Lukashenko.

Hundreds of students clash with police and border troops in eastern Brahmanbaria district, as Indian PM wraps up visit.

France, Belgium and Poland announce new measures in an attempt to limit the spread of coronavirus.

The Venezuelan president has touted Carvativir oral solution as a 'miracle' to combat the virus, without evidence.

Protesters rally for second consecutive weekend to demand reversal of decision to withdraw from Istanbul Convention.

Bombing in Corinto on Friday injured 43 people, including several public officials, defence minister says.

Refugees recount ordeal after blaze leaves thousands without a shelter, reawakens trauma of Myanmar army 2017 crackdown.

Initial death toll of 32 has been revised down while number of injured has risen to 185 people, health minister says.

Chinese government sanctions target three individuals and one entity from Canada and the United States.

There are growing calls for the suspect who killed six Asian women in Georgia to be charged with a hate crime.

By suspending the account of Kashmiri activists and organisations, social networks are siding with undemocratic forces.

The measures will affect more than 24 million people, as more contagious COVID variants fuel a resurgence in cases.

Tendulkar tests positive as infections continued to surge in the world's second most populous country.

Deal signed in Tehran is expected to increase bilateral trade and military cooperation as US rivals move to deepen ties.

European Broadcasting Union says band representing country failed twice to submit entry in line with regulations.

Myanmar's UN envoy Dr Sasa and Special Rapporteur Tom Andrews on how to re-establish democratic rule in the country.

Rescue workers search for survivors trapped under the rubble of an apartment block in the el-Salam neighbourhood.

Mixed messaging and misinformation hamper Europe's hesitant COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Polls open in two eastern states seen as critical for Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party.

Move comes after several people killed during protests against a two-day visit by India's PM Modi.