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EU has failed to persuade Ankara to stop exploring disputed waters, as Turkey claims it is acting within law.

Scientists at the university hoped to start product development in early 2021 and have the test ready by next winter.

Powerful lobby and the prize of foreign investment casts doubt on a lasting end to citizenship-by-investment.

EU ministers say pushing ahead with more settlements violates international and undermines regional peace.

A survivor describes how she kept a secret notebook in which she recorded the abuses committed against her and others.

Food fortification can improve nutrition across populations and generations in an effective and cost efficient way.

Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan says a path to ending rift may be in 'relatively near future'.

With industrial activities resuming and cars back on roads, along with less wind, air quality falls to unhealthy levels.

The main city in the disputed mountain region resembles a ghost town, where people share stories of grief underground.

A player taking part in the National T20 Cup reports an approach from a suspected bookmaker during the tournament.

Clothing brands demand heavy cuts in costs of suppliers, many of whom could be forced to lay off workers, survey finds.

Salvador Cienfuegos was detained in connection with his alleged involvement in drug trafficking, media reports say.

The prime minister's resignation is a key protest demand, along with reform of the country's monarchy.

After failed attempts to create marine-protected zones in the pristine Antarctic, a new hope might be on the horizon.

Economic growth is expected to have accelerated to 5.2 percent in the July-September period, economists say.

Parties form grand alliance to seek restoration of region's autonomy days after India released a key Kashmiri leader.

Any release of the water is expected to antagonise Japanese fishermen and raise concerns in neighbouring countries

The US has sought to curb big Chinese technology firms by using export controls to limit sales of key innovations.

Prime minister's first overseas trip since his September appointment to show commitment to Southeast Asia.

International Monetary Fund chief says international cooperation on coronavirus vaccine development is key to recovery.

On the night Trump and Biden were supposed to meet on a debate stage, they faced voters in separate events.

Early results from large, randomised trial suggest antiviral does little to reduce mortality rates or time in hospital.

Fewer refugees than ever before are likely to be resettled in 2020 as the US, Australia and other countries cut places.

The collapse of Central America's economies has pushed families deeper into poverty and reactivated regional migration.

UNHCR appeals for solidarity ahead of donor meeting with US, UK and EU aimed at raising more funds.

New Zealanders go to polls on Saturday with the ruling Labour Party set to benefit from Ardern's response to COVID-19.

Steve Scully says he lied about his Twitter feed being hacked when confronted with an exchange with a former Trump aide.

Civil rights groups in the United States have warned that an undercount on the census will harm racial minorities.

The United States-based social media platform went down for many users around 21:30 GMT, but service is re-established.

Embattled Senate Republicans tout election concerns like healthcare, police and fundraising as they fight to keep seats.

Some voting rights activists are concerned such encounters could escalate tensions among voters.

Mi'kmaw fishers in province of Nova Scotia say Ottawa must do more to protect their constitutional right to fish.

Protests continue despite abolition of infamous police unit.

Changes in the Amazon are driving displaced species of animals, from bats to monkeys to mosquitoes, into new areas.

Released fighters 'have no blood on their hands' and have all repented joining ISIL, Syrian Democratic Council says.

Senate Republicans are upset after Twitter blocked stories that highlighted a disputed report about Joe Biden.

US prosecutors allege software mogul Robert Brockman used a web of Caribbean entities to hide $2bn in income.

Publication of new guidelines by government body comes a week after viral videos showed police beating detainees.

Ceasefire only temporary and depends on Washington completing a full military withdrawal, key parliamentarian says.

Trump says he'll support a bigger stimulus package and blames Pelosi for stonewalling for political gain.

The majority of allegations in the DR Congo were against men who victims said worked for the UN body.

Abd al-Rahman al-Milad was sanctioned by the UN in June 2018 over accusations of involvement in human trafficking.

Heat advisories issued for temperatures in the 90s and above in some parts of the US West Coast state.

Watchdog Peace Now says more than 12,000 illegal Israeli settlement homes were approved this year.

The US has offered to settle an aircraft subsidy dispute with the EU if Airbus repays billions in aid, Reuters reports.

Beijing says appointment of US human rights official infringes on China's internal affairs and may 'destabilise' Tibet.

South Africa's president rolled out an ambitious programme to create 800,000 jobs and unlock $60bn in investment.

Democrats say a decisive victory for Biden will prevent Trump from contesting the election results.

Republicans continue to push to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court despite Democrat objections.

French President Emmanuel Macron leads European push to punish Russia, prompting an angry response from the Kremlin.