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Testimonies reveal harrowing details of life on ships, as Malaysia detains more than 200 Rohingya found off Langkawi.

New York City government employees turn on their boss, demanding the mayor take action over police violence, risking their livelihoods.

As ice melts, there is risk of large glacial lakes bursting through banks and creating deadly flash floods downstream.

Anies Baswedan says he is confident the city has controlled the virus' spread and officials are alert to the risks.

Pyongyang says all hotlines between unification representatives, two militaries will be cut off from Tuesday noon.

Democrat presidential candidate breaks with those who want to see police funds diverted to community-led safety models.

Mourners from near and far passed through the doors of The Fountain of Praise church in Houston, Texas to view Floyd.

WHO urges countries to keep up with efforts to contain coronavirus as global situation worsens.

Gulf country will gradually start easing lockdown from June 15, government spokesperson announces.

After months of relative calm, Russian air attacks target villages in southern Idlib, rescuers and activists say.

Healthcare workers worry the relaxation of restrictions is too soon for Southeast Asia's largest city.

Malls, restaurants and places of worship have reopened although there are more than a quarter of a million cases and more than 7,000 people have reportedly died.

Modelling study says measures taken in 11 European countries significantly reduced deaths and virus transmission.

Fulani association accused Malian soldiers of separate attacks in Binedama and Niangassadiou villages in Mopti region.

President Donald Trump is about to cut the number of American troops stationed in Germany since the end of World War II.

Decision comes after health authorities said they continued to see a drop in the number of new infections.

New York City - the hardest-hit city in the US by the coronavirus, gradually begins reopening.

Rally in Nairobi comes after watchdog said officers were involved in killing of 15 since coronavirus curfew in March.

Justice in Policing Act would, among other things, limit legal protections for police and ban chokeholds.

Detention orders mainly target members of security forces over alleged links to religious leader blamed for coup bid.

Governments must make sure disadvantaged children do not drop out due to socioeconomic and legal barriers.

Donald Rumsfeld said 'freedom is untidy'. Why wouldn't neoliberals accept that in America?

Top court investigates whether ex-monarch Juan Carlos received millions of dollars in kickbacks from Saudi Arabia.

Proposal is expected to ban police chokeholds, racial profiling, require nationwide use of body cameras, and more.

Cristobal's wind speeds have since slowed to about 56km/h as it moves further inland across US states.

Everyday life in Indian-administered region challenged both by measures to tackle coronavirus and security restrictions.

Police find weapons in house of 21-year-old man who was inspired by last year's Christchurch massacre in New Zealand.

Most schools in South Africa have reopened and those in their final years of primary and secondary school are allowed to return.

James Bennet slammed for publishing a column by US Senator Cotton that called for military force against race protests.

Many journalists were on a list to be probed in relation to the G20 and World Trade Organization summits, AFP reports.

Demonstrators say states and cities should stop funding police agencies and spend more on housing, jobs and education.

Maharashtra crosses a grim milestone as Indian government reopens more public spaces after a 10-week lockdown.

In February, the US and the Taliban signed an agreement aimed at ending America's longest war, fought in Afghanistan.

The report that monitors looted antiquities says former Syrian defence minister moved thousands of relics to the UAE.

The number of new COVID-19 infections in Pakistan continues to rise after government rejects tougher lockdown measures.

Here is what the opposition can do to get Venezuela out of the current crisis.

After the march ended, demonstrators gathered near police headquarters where officers used tear gas to disperse them.

Hundreds take to the streets across several cities against President Bolsonaro's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

Some young children are getting around the lockdown restrictions thanks to a project aimed at spreading the love of reading books.

Same actors seen promoting products designed to make people's skin lighter, or maintaining silence on domestic issues.

Thousands protest in Brazil, as anger over racism and the handling of the COVID-19 crisis spills into the streets.

As calls grow to defund police across the United States, New York City mayor pledges to move funds from the NYPD to youth initiatives and social services.

Nation of five million people reports no new cases in 17 days and no active case for first time since late February.

Kim addressed politburo meeting as Pyongyang looks to stabilise economy hurt by sanctions and coronavirus pandemic.

Protesters continue demonstrations across the world against police brutality and racial discrimination.

Amid currency crisis, dozens in Suweida called for President Assad's removal as they protested deteriorating conditions.

Number of cases approach two million as nationwide protests against racial injustice spark fears of resurgence of virus.

Egypt has laid out a ceasefire plan following a series of military victories by the UN-recognised government in Libya.

Stratford-upon-Avon's loss of tourism has angered many whose livelihood depends on it.

London among cities where solidarity protests call for an end to systemic racism and police brutality.