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The postponements mark a potentially ominous development for professional sports leagues in the US and Canada.

Republican measure would include additional direct payments to Americans, as well as liability protection for business.

The university, the second to pull out as a host, said holding the event would require too many health precautions.

John Lewis, a US civil rights icon, is the first Black lawmaker to lie in state in the Rotunda of the Capitol.

The US Supreme Court earlier rejected Trump's argument that he was immune from state criminal probes while in office.

Federal agents face accusations of excessive force as they operate in Portland against the wishes of local authorities.

Regional body warns of sanctions against those opposing efforts to end the country's political crisis.

Tedros Ghebreyesus says COVID-19 is 'most severe' health emergency the WHO has faced.

National Guardsman to testify that violence against Washington, DC protesters was an unnecessary use of force.

Mourners in the US pay tribute to rights champion before his body is laid to rest.

New lockdown coincides with the Eid al-Adha holiday when Muslims normally hold large gatherings.

After seeing 10,000 cases a day in July, those on the front lines in Florida are frustrated with inadequate response.

The federal initiative aims to fast-track development of drugs to combat COVID-19 in the United States.

Robert O'Brien is likely to have contracted the virus through his daughter, officials said on Monday.

Tensions high in northern Israel, days after Hezbollah fighter killed in apparent Israeli air strike in Syria.

The verdict against Haneen Hossam, Mowada al-Adham and three others came after they posted videos on the app.

President Duterte's last remaining State of the Nation speech before leaving office in 2022 comes as many Filipinos wait for a clearer plan to steer the country through uncertain times.

Flooding is posing an extra challenge this year as the government tries to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

The three-year Korean War was brought to an end by a ceasefire agreement, but a permanent peace treaty has never been reached.

Tensions high in northern Israel, days after Hezbollah fighter killed in apparent Israeli air strike in Syria.

Several developments in recent months show the PA may be edging closer to its own end.

Chicago is one of the most violent cities in the US. Some residents hope increased law enforcement will help.

A surge of infections has prompted countries to reimpose some travel restrictions.

Lissu, who was shot 16 times in a 2017 attack, says he intends to contest October's presidential election.

The dogs are being trained to detect carriers of COVID-19 by identifying a smell metabolic changes cause in their body.

Ukraine's government forces and Russia-backed separatists seek to end years of hostilities in the country's east.

Recent battlefield defeats have forced Haftar's eastern-based troops to hastily retreat from western Libya.

First batch of jets purchased by New Delhi in a controversial multibillion-dollar deal to reach India on Wednesday.

Event set for August 5, a date organisers say is auspicious but also marks a year since Kashmir's autonomy was revoked.

The caste discrimination case against Cisco should be a wake-up call for Silicon Valley companies.

Movement curbs affect cities of Tangier, Tetouan, Fez, Meknes, Casablanca, Berrechid, Settat and Marrakesh.

Nearly 2,200 people also wounded in first half of the year, with women and children disproportionately affected.

Qatar Olympic Committee formally requests to join 'continuous dialogue' to host the Games as early as 12 years from now.

The one-day dialogue will be followed by three days of nuclear arms control talks between the two countries.

Regional bloc's virtual meeting comes days after mediation efforts by five West African leaders ended without a deal.

Dozens also wounded in Baghdad's Tahrir Square during rally against corruption and lack of jobs and basic services.

With fifth-highest coronavirus caseload globally, South Africa braces for peak-infection period amid graft allegations.

UN reports killing of more than 60 people in Darfur as Sudan PM promises fresh troops for the war-torn region.

Millions were killed during the three-year war, which began in 1950 when communist North invaded the US-backed South.

Desperate families in the Sahelian country are plagued by a double burden that has left many displaced and destitute.

Philippine president seen as having firm grip on power but faces unprecedented criticism over COVID-19 response.

Malaysia has stepped up patrols around its maritime borders as Rohingya attempt to reach the country by boat.

Latest poll suggests soaring popularity of governing Labour party would enable it to win enough seats to rule alone.

The closure follows US order for China to shut Houston consulate in sharp escalation of two countries' ongoing disputes.

State premier warns lockdown might have to be extended, as Victoria posts highest number of cases since outbreak began.

Only the US state of California has reported more infections as cases continue to surge.

Tensions between Israel and Lebanon have risen this week after Hezbollah fighter was killed in apparent Israeli strike.

Sudanese leader says force, which will include army and police, is aimed at protecting citizens during farming season.

Seasonal rains are common in China, but this year's flooding has been exceptional and early.

Lewis was beaten on the bridge in 1965 during a voting rights march, in a pivotal event in the US civil rights movement.