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All firms listed on UAE stock exchanges were told they must have at least one woman member on their boards of directors.

Bobi Wine says he was briefly detained as he led MPs and activists from his party in a demonstration in Kampala.

Oman has 'forbidden the app because it was operating without a proper licence' an Omani official told AP.

Concerns grow over reports of blood clotting among some recipients, but WHO urges countries to keep using COVID vaccine.

A year after the first US COVID lockdowns, women who own small businesses share the challenges and silver linings.

More than 5 million Syrian refugees, 6 million IDPs, with no end to the war in sight, millions are losing hope of going home.

Latest marks the fifth mass school abduction since December in a country where violence is on the rise.

The court did not issue a verdict and ended proceedings against 15 other defendants.

Machine-gun fire, sleeping in safe houses and waking every morning anxious to find out who has been arrested overnight.

At least 241 people, including employees from several ministries, arrested after raids carried out last month.

Thanks to Sanctuary Strikers, members of minority communities have a place to come together.

And what can be done to stem cases and deaths? A leading Czech expert in viral sequencing talks to Al Jazeera.

Three prominent advocacy groups from France, Russia and Syria file criminal complaint over 2017 beheading of Syrian man.

Benjamin Berier, who was arrested 10 months ago, faces a long jail sentence, his lawyer said.

The three activists are among 47 people accused of conspiracy to subvert Hong Kong's government.

China brought COVID under control before other large economies, allowing it to rebound quicker than global competitors.

The Saudi-led coalition intervened in Yemen in 2015 after the Iran-allied Houthi group overthrew the government.

Incumbent Prime Minister Mark Rutte's VVD party is widely expected to take the most votes, securing him a fourth term.

Schoolgirl choirs are a regular feature of official Afghan events, and the ban prompted a backlash on social media.

US remains world’s largest arms supplier; Middle East countries imported 25 percent more weapons compared with 2011-16.

Countries in the bloc, where rollouts have been sluggish, consider adding the Russia-made vaccine to boost supplies.

Move comes as security forces open fire on protesters again, a day after killing at least 44 in a bloody crackdown.

Countrywide cases rise by 22,018 in last 10 days, a 68-percent increase from preceding 10 days, official data shows.

Several rockets hit a military base in Erbil, northern Iraq last month, killing a foreign civilian contractor.

Syrians mark the 10th anniversary of the start of its uprising-turned-war that has killed half a million people.

Highest daily rise in 85 days as Maharashtra state imposes partial lockdowns and restrictions amid a rise in cases.

Six months after Qatar abolished need for an NOC to switch jobs, migrant workers tell of their continued struggle.

The leader of the Afghan Dreamers robotics team and her mentor describe the challenge of building low-cost ventilators.

Protests follow allegations of sexual misconduct in the country's parliament that shocked the country.

What does 'return to normalcy' really mean?

Defence ministry says missiles fired from air base in Aleppo under Syrian gov't control struck al-Bab and Jarablus.

Monday marks 10 years since Syrians took to the streets to protest against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

Thione Ballago Seck, from a family of "griot" singers, was one of the West African country's most famous musicians.

Ahmed Kabir Kishore has alleged he was tortured before police arrested him under the country's harsh digital laws.

Doctors without Borders charity says clinics in the region were looted, vandalised and destroyed in a deliberate manner.

For three years, Omar Alshogre was imprisoned and tortured, while his father, brothers and cousins were killed.

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's comments come in the wake of a $1.9 trillion fiscal stimulus package.

The Stream looks at the real-world impact of news fatigue.

Its smartphone unit crushed, the Chinese firm is seeking sales from less glamorous fish farms and mining businesses.

Beyonce sets social media alight as appears on stage with Megan Thee Stallion. Swift wins best album for a third time.

Local media say Chancellor Angela Merkel's house 'on fire' after worst-ever results in state elections.

The car giant is changing strategy to become more of a technology company along the lines of Tesla.

Residents urged to avoid outdoor activities as strong winds bring in dust from northwest.

Top diplomat will arrive in Tokyo on Monday before heading to Seoul as he seeks to rebuild frayed alliances.

Prosecutor accuses Jeanine Anez and two of her ministers of sedition, terrorism and conspiracy for alleged 2019 coup.

Judge's decision opens door for former president to run in 2022 elections, but legal experts say many questions remain.

Appeal of woman's 30-year sentence for suspected abortion comes amid 'green wave' of decriminalisation in Latin America.

With the cryptocurrency hitting another record, demand for its virtual coins is only rising.

London's police commissioner says she will not resign, defends officers' actions dispersing a vigil for Sarah Everard.

Chancellor Merkel’s party heads for defeat months before a national vote on who will replace her.