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Turkish president joins hundreds of worshippers after iconic Istanbul landmark's controversial reconversion into mosque.

Last month, President Vladimir Putin declared a state of emergency over a massive oil spill in the Arctic circle in May.

Now there is a real danger of a no-deal Brexit likely to cause chaos and a major expense for businesses.

Emergency calls reporting attacks on women jumped more than 50 percent in the first four months of the year.

Mike Tyson to take on four-division world champion Roy Jones Jr in exhibition fight on September 12.

Rapid spread of COVID-19 in the Latin American nation is putting a strain on hospitals and cemeteries.

Hella Mewis was kidnapped on Monday shortly after leaving her job at the Bait Tarkib collective in the Iraqi capital.

Public figures and media outlets continue to avoid talking about Palestine, and Israeli crimes.

Seasonal rains in South Korea show the same flood potential this year as in China and Japan.

The flight recorders from a Ukrainian plane shot down by Iran confirm illegal interference, Ukraine says.

The parliament approves a new centre-right government in a reshuffle aimed at appeasing anti-corruption protesters.

Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic's government wins support in the 151-member assembly in a 76-59 vote.

Communications minister backtracks in a statement, saying that social media users do not need a licence to post videos.

As US theatres remain shut, Mulan debut pushed back indefinitely; Avatar, Star Wars postponed amid production delays.

Economist says President Salva Kiir sent hit squad to kill him or abduct him in Nairobi, an allegation denied by gov't.

Only 47 of the 125 present lawmakers voted against Matovic, whose dismissal would mean the end of his coalition.

Tanzania's presidency said Benjamin Mkapa, 81, died while receiving treatment at a hospital in Dar es Salaam.

After Bamako visit by five regional presidents aimed at breaking deadlock, ECOWAS to hold virtual extraordinary summit.

Refugee shone a light on plight of hundreds of asylum seekers held in an Australian-run offshore island detention camp.

Beijing says move is a 'legitimate and necessary response' to Washington's decision to shut China's Houston consulate.

COVID-19 has made life more dangerous for children on the streets who are even more at risk of being sexually abused.

Infectious disease scientist emerges as national hero amid the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the United States.

The US and UK are accusing Russia of launching a projectile from a satellite, threatening peaceful use of outer space.

Trump had moved parts of the convention to Florida after North Carolina's leaders balked at holding big indoor events.

Probes will look into allegations of excessive use of force by federal agents in Portland, Oregon and Washington, DC.

The US is the hardest hit country in terms of the number of cases and deaths, and has seen a new surge in recent weeks.

The country has recorded over 400,000 coronavirus cases, fifth-highest in the world, and more than 6,000 deaths.

Jeffery Epstein's ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell sought to block the release and obtain a gag order in New York court.

The response comes after months of criticism of the UN health agency from the Trump administration.

Democrats blast Republicans' culture of sexism after legislator accosts Ocasio-Cortez, insults her with a rude slur.

The US on Tuesday gave China 72 hours to close its consulate in Houston amid allegations of widespread spying.

China promises retaliation for closure of its consulate in Texas, after US gave diplomats there 72 hours to leave.

Three-quarters of Americans support requiring mask-wearing, reflecting fresh alarm over spiking coronavirus cases.

Jean-Yves Le Drian tells Lebanese officials an IMF programme is irreplaceable and urges widespread reforms.

The prisoner-exchange, part of a US-Taliban deal, has proved a major sticking point ahead of peace talks.

Former Democratic Congressman Michael "Ozzie" Myers was charged with stuffing ballot boxes in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Jacob Ngarivhume was arrested with freelance journalist Hopewell Chin'ono and charged with inciting violence.

A victory by progressives is the inclusion of language explicitly opposing the expansion of Israeli settlements.

The clash between Trump and California underscores tensions over conservative and progressive visions for the country.

Former Trump lawyer Cohen was put back in jail as retaliation for plans to publish a book on the president, judge says.

For nearly two months, protesters have taken to the streets of Portland, Oregon, to protest against racial injustice.

About 30 million could be evicted in the coming months, far more than the 2008 crisis, unless legislators take action.

Former president steps up attack on Trump's job performance in Biden campaign video broadcast via social media.

Amid the global climate crisis, environmentalists are divided over the costs and benefits of nuclear energy.

Minister says all film-makers require a government licence to make videos, including those broadcast on social media.

The number of unemployed people in the US rose by 1.4 million last week, up slightly on the week before, as some pandemic unemployment benefits are set to expire unless Congress renews them.

The struggle between President Trump and the state of California, and what it means for the 2020 presidential race.

Police said the released hostage was unharmed and the operation to arrest the kidnapper was continuing.

The king, 84, will stay in hospital for some time to receive treatment, state media reports.

Luigi Ventura will face trial on sexual assault charges, following complaints by four men.