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Dr Khan explains why the European Medicines Agency has declared AstraZeneca’s vaccine to be 'safe and effective'.

At least six civilians, including a child, were killed after government forces fired on a hospital in western Aleppo.

Group says 11 security personnel detained in connection with the blaze that left at least 45 migrants dead.

Civic change agent Sarah Williams tells the story of the grandmother who inspires her to fight for racial justice.

In virtual conference, 54 percent of the party's delegates vote against adding 'climate change is real' to policy book.

Saudi-led coalition carries out fresh air strikes against Iran-aligned group amid escalating fighting in Yemen's Marib.

So different from the women she grew up with, my grandmother rocked a hot pink housecoat while pursuing her career.

The rising death toll in Myanmar forces anti-coup protesters to turn to novel ways to show their opposition.

Volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula flared to life in the area’s first volcanic eruption in nearly 900 years.

New South Wales state has issued more evacuation orders following the worst flooding in decades.

HDP lawmaker Omer Faruk Gergerlioglu had stayed in parliament for four nights to protest against stripping of MP status.

Authorities say the eruption of a long-dormant volcano is easing and should not interfere with air travel.

As European countries brace for another wave of infections, new coronavirus restrictions are triggering unrest.

President Nguesso seeking to extend his 36-year reign while critics say vote won't be free and fair.

Several foreign players are seeking to influence the outcome of the Palestinian elections.

Manila expresses ​concern about overfishing, destruction of marine environment, and risks to safety of navigation.

Australian city braces for its worst flooding in decades as record rainfall causes its largest dam to overflow.

Guy Brice Parfait Kolelas says he's 'fighting death' after being diagnosed with COVID-19 on eve of presidential vote.

Rally in Atlanta comes days after shootings at local spas left eight dead, including six women of Asian descent.

Large crowds take to Jerusalem's streets, three days before Israel holds fourth general election in less than two years.

South American country is struggling to contain a nationwide surge in coronavirus infections and deaths.

Medics criticise move by gov't to offer jabs to diplomats even though it has not completed inoculating health workers.

Amid calls to mitigate a global shortage of COVID jabs, the US grapples with Russia and China's vaccine influence.

US state made COVID-19 vaccines available to agricultural workers, who face heightened risks of contracting the virus.

Calls for hate-crime charges after women of Asian descent killed in gun attack.

Officials, including new President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and supporters attend service at Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam.

Disparities in amenities and resources offered at March Madness basketball tournaments draw condemnation.

People in Poland, France and Ukraine face new restrictions with shops shut and people urged to work from home.

Civilians in western Ethiopia say they plan to relocate after spate of attacks targeting people of ethnic Amhara origin.

Pro-democracy protesters gathered near the Grand Palace in Bangkok to demand reforms and the release of activists.

Government proposal to lift moratorium raises concern among activists who fear a return to 2012-2015 timber felling.

Ecuador is one of a few nations in South America embroiled in scandals over coronavirus vaccine queue-jumping.

Since last year, women have taken to the streets calling on the government to stick to the convention.

EU chief says AstraZeneca could see its COVID vaccine exports blocked if it does not meet its contractual obligations.

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games were postponed last year to 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Qatar’s new minimum wage law, the latest in a series of recent labour reforms, comes into effect.

The 68 year-old Pakistani premier is self-isolating after contracting COVID-19 two days after being vaccinated.

Despite obstacles, surfing is seeking a bigger base in India.

Longtime president expected to see off challenge from six other candidates and win Sunday's vote.

Myanmar’s military leaders are deploying forces, both armed and digital, to stifle news coverage.

The incredible vaccine rollout taking place across the UK has given us reason to be hopeful.

Turkey's president fires Naci Agbal after just four months on the job following surprise increase in interest rates.

Scientist advise people not to panic as the giant rock makes its closest approach on Sunday.

Italy’s economy has deep-rooted issues but its new prime minister has a reputation for turning around hopeless causes.

Brazil's COVID-19 death toll has increased sharply in recent weeks, to more than 290,000, second only to that of the US.

El Salvador's populist leader extends power as first president in nearly three decades to have a majority in Congress.

Politicians claim charter damages family unity, encourages divorce and acceptance of the LGBT community.

Public advised to stay away and the main road from the capital region to Keflavik airport was temporarily closed.

At least 11 Myanmar officials face sanctions for coup as UN official proposes cut in army's access to weapons, money.

The US president links rise in attacks on Asians to fears stoked by the coronavirus pandemic.