Stage set for US, Iran showdown at UN General Assembly
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Security in the Middle East expected to dominate agenda as Trump and Rouhani address annual gathering of world leaders.
September 23rd 2019, 12:30 am
'Losing the race': UN chief calls on world to do more on climate
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Antonio Guterres says climate change 'real threat' to humankind and leaders need to show more ambition on targets.
September 22nd 2019, 11:30 pm
Indonesia finds design flaw, lapses in 737 MAX crash: report
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Draft report prepared by Indonesian investigators also identified string of pilot errors and maintenance mistakes.
September 22nd 2019, 11:30 pm
Cambodia's lifeline threatened as Mekong recedes to historic low
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Dams, low rainfall and changing climate blamed for decline in river's fortunes amid worries about crucial food supply.
September 22nd 2019, 8:58 pm
In Pictures: Night raids, arrests amid Kashmir lockdown
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Families recount raids in their houses at night to arrest young Kashmiris and the vigils they're holding to avoid them.
September 22nd 2019, 5:41 pm
FIFA's Infantino: Racism in Italian football is 'very serious'
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Warning comes as match between Atalanta and Fiorentina was briefly suspended after racist chants by supporters.
September 22nd 2019, 5:41 pm
Egyptian authorities detain award-winning human rights lawyer
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Mahienour el-Massry has been tried and jailed twice for taking part in anti-government demonstrations.
September 22nd 2019, 4:56 pm
Will the protests against Egypt's President el-Sisi spread?
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Corruption allegations against Abdel Fattah el-Sisi are triggering rare demonstrations.
September 22nd 2019, 4:56 pm
Arab parties endorse Gantz, breaking tradition to oust Netanyahu
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Leader of the coalition of Arab parties says they do not endorse Gantz's policies, but hope to end Netanyahu's rule.
September 22nd 2019, 4:56 pm
Trudeau is unfit to govern
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Trudeau's blackface scandal cannot be muffled with weak apologies and 'blind spots' excuses.
September 22nd 2019, 4:12 pm
Burundi accuses Catholic bishops of spreading 'hatred'
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Bishops raised the alarm over efforts to 'suffocate and assault' some political parties ahead of the 2020 election.
September 22nd 2019, 3:38 pm
UK's Labour Party holds annual conference
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Party officials had aimed to present Labour as a government-in-waiting but the plan is being overshadowed by Brexit crisis.
September 22nd 2019, 3:38 pm
Jammu and Kashmir: Hope and concerns in Ladakh
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The decision to bring the region under New Delhi's rule is creating a mixed response from those determined to keep their cultural identity.
September 22nd 2019, 3:38 pm
Climate SOS: Five-year period ending 2019 to be hottest on record
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If greenhouse gas emissions don't soon start falling there will be 'hell to pay', researchers warn.
September 22nd 2019, 2:56 pm
Halal If You Hear Me to showcase diversity in Islam
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Poetry book aims to show there are as many ways to be an American Muslim as there are Muslim people.
September 22nd 2019, 1:56 pm
Hong Kong demonstrators clash with riot police
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Thousands gather in Sha Tin to rally in what has now been 16 consecutive weekends of protests and clashes.
September 22nd 2019, 1:56 pm
'Howdy, Modi': Trump to attend Indian PM's rally in Houston
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US president to join nearly 50,000 people in Houston's NRG Stadium at rally organised by Narendra Modi's supporters.
September 22nd 2019, 12:56 pm
Egypt's revolution redux
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Despite mass repressions, Egyptians have once again broken the barrier of fear.
September 22nd 2019, 12:56 pm
Protesting in Hong Kong shopping malls a new tactic
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Hong Kong police have fired tear gas to disperse protesters who trashed parts of a shopping mall and adjacent metro station.
September 22nd 2019, 12:56 pm
Obscene, unpatriotic, blasphemous: Banned books through time
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As Banned Books Week highlights censorship in literature, Al Jazeera lists some famous works that courted controversy.
September 22nd 2019, 12:26 pm
Losing Louisiana: Life in the Disappearing Mississippi Delta
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Mississippi Delta's wetlands are vanishing under rising seas, forcing people to leave their homes for drier ground.
September 22nd 2019, 11:06 am
Nicaragua police clash with protesters urging president to quit
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Police have fired tear gas and rubber bullets at anti-government protesters in Nicaragua, injuring two people.
September 22nd 2019, 10:36 am
Climate crisis: Is mainstream media part of the problem?
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We look at the irresponsible side of modern journalism and the shortcomings of climate reporting.
September 22nd 2019, 10:36 am
Illegally tapping French Guiana's forest of gold
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Thousands of illegal gold miners come to the abundant rainforest of French Guiana in search of a fortune, leaving a trail of environmental destruction.
September 22nd 2019, 9:36 am
Egypt activist Wael Ghonim's brother ordered to remain in custody
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Lawyer says prosecutors order Hazim Ghonim to remain in custody for 15 days pending investigation.
September 22nd 2019, 8:49 am
India PM expected to get warm welcome in US state of Texas
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While US-India tensions have been fraught in recent months, the event is still expected to signal strengthening ties.
September 22nd 2019, 8:36 am
Pakistan bus crash kills more than 20, including children
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Six children among those killed in accident in Babusar Pass, in the mountainous region of Gilgit-Baltistan.
September 22nd 2019, 8:36 am
FIFA: Iran 'assures' women can attend World Cup qualifier
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Body's president says Iranian officials have guaranteed that women will be allowed to attend match against Cambodia.
September 22nd 2019, 8:36 am
Niger fighting: Tens of thousands flee violence
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The UN warns that a crisis in the Sahel region including Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso is reaching unprecedented levels.
September 22nd 2019, 7:31 am
Amazon mining threat: Illegal work in French Guiana forest
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There are around 400 illegal mine sites in French Guiana.
September 22nd 2019, 6:32 am
Oil attacks: What's next for Saudi Aramco and world oil markets?
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We ask why Saudi Arabia's billion-dollar defences failed to protect its oil facilities and how it affects oil prices.
September 22nd 2019, 6:32 am
Iran war museum showcases downed US drones
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Iran is investing heavily in developing weapons to respond to the ongoing US military build-up in the Middle East.
September 22nd 2019, 5:47 am
Iran to present regional security plan at UNGA: Rouhani
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Iranian president warns presence of foreign forces in Gulf creates 'insecurity', after US says it'll send more troops.
September 22nd 2019, 5:31 am
'We the People March': Protest in DC to 'hold Trump accountable'
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Perceived assault on US democracy decried in rally billed as reminder to elected officials that they work for people.
September 22nd 2019, 4:31 am
Clashes in Egypt's Suez on second day of protests against el-Sisi
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Scores of protesters gathered in port city for a second night in a row demanding Abdel Fattah el-Sisi resign.
September 22nd 2019, 4:31 am
Tanzania declined to share data on suspected Ebola cases: WHO
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UN health agency says East African country has refused to provide detailed information on suspected Ebola cases.
September 22nd 2019, 3:47 am
UN welcomes Houthi offer to halt attacks on Saudi Arabia
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UN envoy says Houthi call for a halt to strikes from warring sides could bring an end to years of bloody conflict.
September 22nd 2019, 3:47 am
Document, mobilise, amplify: The media activists in Rio's favelas
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Community-based media collectives are pushing an alternative, re-humanising narrative about Rio de Janeiro's favelas.
September 22nd 2019, 3:47 am
'Howdy Modi!': Indian PM's supporters, critics to gather in Texas
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Protests planned as more than 50,000 people are expected to gather in Houston to see Modi and Trump take the stage.
September 22nd 2019, 2:44 am
Youth across the globe demand action on climate change
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Protesters aim to pressure world leaders who are gathering at the UN next week for the annual General Assembly.
September 22nd 2019, 2:44 am
Made in Eastern Europe: Garment workers denied basic rights
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Widespread mistreatment reported at Romanian and Bulgarian garment factories, including unpaid overtime and bullying.
September 22nd 2019, 2:00 am
Zimbabwe abductions: Dozens of protest leaders missing
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Police and government fail to make arrests or provide explanation for abductions of protest organisers.
September 22nd 2019, 2:00 am
Brazil: Rio favela residents rally after 8-year-old shot dead
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Hundreds gather in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro to protest after the girl is killed by stray bullet during police operation.
September 21st 2019, 5:54 pm
Rights group calls for 'immediate release' of Egyptian protesters
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At least 74 people have been arrested in rare protests calling for the removal of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
September 21st 2019, 5:40 pm
ISIL claims bus bombing in Iraq's Karbala that killed 12
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The bombing was one of the worst attacks targeting civilians since the group was declared defeated in Iraq in 2017.
September 21st 2019, 4:24 pm
Climate change: Extinction Rebellion protesters arrested in UK
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Four activists, including a 91-year-old man, arrested while attempting to shut down traffic at the Port of Dover.
September 21st 2019, 3:40 pm
Planet SOS: Voices from the frontlines of the climate crisis
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From the jungles of French Guiana to Somalia and New York, we look at the issues behind the crisis facing our planet.
September 21st 2019, 2:39 pm
Youth leaders at UN demand bold climate change action
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Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg opens the first ever Youth Summit on climate change at the UN headquarters.
September 21st 2019, 2:39 pm
Irish tech influx creates Dublin housing crisis
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The housing crisis among workers reflects Dublin's business model, which is to entice tech giants.
September 21st 2019, 1:39 pm
France: Tear gas fired at 'yellow vest' protesters, many arrested
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Over 100 arrested in capital Paris in the weekly anti-government demonstrations that began in November last year.
September 21st 2019, 1:39 pm
DR Congo to deploy second Ebola vaccine
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Vaccine made by US-based firm Johnson & Johnson to be deployed as Ebola continues to surge, DRC health officials say.
September 21st 2019, 12:39 pm
Jordan's scientists restoring coral reefs in Red Sea
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Scientists in Jordan are developing techniques that could help repopulate coral reefs.
September 21st 2019, 11:51 am
Malta accepts some migrants and refugees from Ocean Viking
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NGOs accuse Maltese authorities of 'inhuman and arbitrary discrimination' in leaving some passengers on the ship.
September 21st 2019, 11:51 am
'We hugged and cried': Families struggle to meet jailed Kashmiris
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Officials say about 250 of 4,000 arrested since August 5 were moved to various Indian jails outside the disputed region.
September 21st 2019, 11:39 am
UFO enthusiasts gather outside Area 51 in the US
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Turnout outside top-secret military base falls short of expectations but one person is arrested for trespassing.
September 21st 2019, 11:39 am
Brexit: Patience wearing thin among Ireland's farmers
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Ireland exports 90 percent of all the food it produces, mostly to the UK.
September 21st 2019, 9:50 am
Yemen war: 5 years since the Houthis' Sanaa takeover
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The Yemeni rebels overran the capital, Sanaa, five years ago, prompting Saudi Arabia to launch a military intervention.
September 21st 2019, 9:35 am
Afghanistan elections: Alliances and rivalries ahead of vote
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In spite of his unpopularity, Ashraf Ghani has the advantage of being in power.
September 21st 2019, 9:35 am
'Glory to Hong Kong': Music galvanising protest movement
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Extradition bill may now be withdrawn but protesters want more, including greater autonomy from mainland.
September 21st 2019, 9:35 am
China, Solomon Islands establish diplomatic relations
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Move comes days after Solomon Islands broke ties with Taiwan, which China claims as part of its territory.
September 21st 2019, 8:35 am
Hong Kong protesters, police clash as pro-democracy rallies go on
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Police fire tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters who build barricades and throw bricks at police in Tuen Mun.
September 21st 2019, 8:35 am
Ballet dancer Isaac Hernandez: Changing Mexico through the arts
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First Mexican lead principal at the English National Ballet shares his vision of building a better country trough dance.
September 21st 2019, 7:49 am
Zarif: Saudi and UAE want to 'fight Iran to the last American'
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Latest war of words sparked when Saudi and US officials said attack on Saudi oil facilities was Iran's work.
September 21st 2019, 7:35 am
Covering Climate Now: Will the media seize the moment?
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A global network of 300+ media outlets ramps up climate coverage. And, the media activists reporting on Rio's favelas.
September 21st 2019, 6:29 am
'Leave, Sisi!': All you need to know about the protests in Egypt
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From Cairo to Alexandria to Suez, Egyptians took to streets in rare protests against President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
September 21st 2019, 6:29 am
Who is Mohamed Ali, the man calling for el-Sisi's removal?
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The self-exiled actor and business contactor galvanised thousands to take part in rare protests against Egypt's leader.
September 21st 2019, 6:18 am
Turkish court orders rearrest of jailed Selahattin Demirtas
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Move comes after a court ruled earlier this month that the HDP's former leader should be released pending trial.
September 21st 2019, 6:18 am
Trump slams claims he pressured Ukraine to probe Joe Biden's son
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Joe Biden demands release of transcript of phone call between US president and his Ukrainian counterpart.
September 21st 2019, 4:28 am
Malta orders public inquiry into Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder
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Prominent anti-corruption journalist was killed by a powerful car bomb blast outside her home on October 16, 2017.
September 21st 2019, 2:28 am
US to deploy more troops to Saudi Arabia, UAE
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US will send reinforcements to the Middle East following attacks on Saudi Arabian oil facilities.
September 20th 2019, 7:57 pm
Egyptians take to the streets demanding President Sisi's removal
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The rallies come after Egyptian businessman Ali accused President Sisi of corruption and called on him to resign.
September 20th 2019, 5:56 pm
Football: Roma's online campaign helps find five missing children
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Fifth child found after Italian football club shares details of missing youth in videos of transfer announcements.
September 20th 2019, 4:56 pm
Can the US guarantee Gulf security?
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Washington has blamed Tehran for the attack on Saudi oil facilities and says it's now building a coalition against Iran.
September 20th 2019, 4:26 pm
Yemen's Houthis say will stop all attacks on Saudi Arabia
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Houthi leader says the rebels will stop drone attacks and expect Saudi Arabia to stop targeting Yemeni territory.
September 20th 2019, 3:56 pm
Deadly bombing targets bus near Iraqi city of Karbala
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Security sources say several others wounded in the blast after a bomb detonated inside a bus.
September 20th 2019, 2:55 pm
'Powerful states' blocking data on firms in Israeli settlements
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Amnesty urges UN member states to demand release of database listing companies operating in the illegal settlements.
September 20th 2019, 2:55 pm
Philippines launches polio vaccine campaign after new outbreak
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Two cases have been confirmed in children and traces of the virus were found in sewage in two regions.
September 20th 2019, 1:54 pm
Trump defends himself against whistle-blower complaint
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Trump calls whistle-blower 'partisan', even though he said he doesn't know the identity or precise allegations.
September 20th 2019, 1:54 pm
Merkel to deliver Germany's climate plan amid protests
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Protesters hit the streets as politicians agree on a mix of emissions trading and higher taxes to tackle climate change.
September 20th 2019, 1:36 pm
Thousands march in Algeria in first protest since election call
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Demonstrators reject calls by powerful army chief to hold presidential election in December and demand his removal.
September 20th 2019, 12:54 pm
Climate strike: Almost 100,000 Londoners stage protests
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More than 200 demonstrations took place across the UK as workers were actively encouraged to join protesting students.
September 20th 2019, 12:36 pm
Planet SOS: Amazon fires fears rainforest will become desert
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Last month, the number of wildfires in the Amazon tripled compared with the previous year.
September 20th 2019, 11:54 am
Moscow frees actor convicted of role in anti-Putin protests
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Pavel Ustinov denied he had taken part in opposition protests in Moscow last month.
September 20th 2019, 11:36 am
Former minister from India's ruling BJP arrested after rape claim
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Swami Chinmayanand of the Hindu nationalist party arrested in Uttar Pradesh state for allegedly raping a student.
September 20th 2019, 11:36 am
UK-Qatar relationship going 'from strength to strength'
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British PM Johnson hosts emir of Qatar for talks on strengthening strategic relations.
September 20th 2019, 11:24 am
In Pictures: Protests worldwide for action against climate change
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Friday marked a day of rallies as people called for action against climate change ahead of a UN Climate Action Summit.
September 20th 2019, 11:24 am
Fighting al-Shabab: US trains elite Somali forces
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Somali government officials say this elite force is comprised of soldiers from almost all of Somalia's tribes and clans.
September 20th 2019, 11:24 am
Supreme Court decision on UK Parliament suspension next week
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson should find out next week whether his decision to suspend parliament ahead of the October 31 Brexit deadline was legal.
September 20th 2019, 10:07 am
Indonesia's president delays vote on law banning extramarital sex
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Under proposed law, people who have premarital or extramarital sex could face between six months and one year in jail.
September 20th 2019, 10:07 am
Qatari emir meets British PM Johnson in London
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Talks between the leaders focus on strengthening relations between the two nations.
September 20th 2019, 8:48 am
Nomad Games Kyrgyzstan embraces Nomadic history
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Kyrgyzstan is trying to boost its image and revive lost traditions.
September 20th 2019, 8:48 am
Flooding in southeast Texas leaves two dead
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Rescue crews using boats to reach stranded drivers and families trapped in their homes.
September 20th 2019, 8:35 am
US expels two Cuban diplomats, citing 'influence operations'
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US says it is expelling two Cuban diplomats and restricting travel of members of Cuba's UN mission to Manhattan.
September 20th 2019, 7:48 am
Why I am striking on September 20
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The older generation has failed to take climate action; it's time young people take over.
September 20th 2019, 7:35 am
Idlib demilitarised zone: Turkey and Russia agree on boundary
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Situation in Idlib was discussed this week between Syria's power brokers who support opposing sides but work together under the so-called Astana talks.
September 20th 2019, 6:48 am
Justice Department accused of blocking whistle-blower disclosure
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US legislators accuse Justice Department of blocking the disclosure of a whistle-blower complaint against Donald Trump.
September 20th 2019, 6:35 am
Twitter suspends thousands of fake accounts from UAE
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Over 4,000 accounts suspended as they were involved in 'multi-faceted information operation' primarily targeting Qatar.
September 20th 2019, 6:35 am
On the run for months, Pakistani activist says seeks US asylum
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Gulalai Ismail, 33, an award-winning activist and prominent feminist is in the United States, her father confirmed.
September 20th 2019, 6:35 am
Muslim men seek inquiry after 'racially profiled' on US flight
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Isam Abdallah and Abderraoof Alkhawaldeh say they were treated with 'suspicion' because of their faith and ethnicity.
September 20th 2019, 6:05 am
Philippines police told to stop manhunt after Duterte reward
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Justice secretary says he wants police to stand down in hunt for former convicts as president says he prefers them dead.
