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Communities aid police after Nepal's deadly uprising
In the heart of Nepal's capital Kathmandu, the charred remains of a police station attacked during September's unrest stand in stark contrast to a brand-new, fully equipped police van parked outside.
Dollar sinks on yen intervention talk, gold breaks $5,000
The dollar fell in Asian trade Monday amid speculation US officials could join their Japanese counterparts to help support the yen after a recent sell-off, while equities started the week on a tepid note.
Obama, Clinton say killings by agents should be wake-up call for US
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued pointed calls Sunday for America to stand up and defend their values after the second killing of a citizen in Minneapolis by immigration agents that Donald Trump blamed on Democratic "chaos."
Financial trading master Rick Rieder emerges as possible Fed chief
The emergence of BlackRock's Rick Rieder as a Federal Reserve frontrunner means the US central bank could be led by a financial markets master less academically credentialed than other recent chairs.
Israel agrees to 'limited reopening' of Rafah crossing
Israel said Monday it would allow a "limited reopening" of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt once it had recovered the remains of the last hostage in the Palestinian territory.
Minnesota ICE shooting puts new twist on gun rights debate
The shooting death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, by federal agents Saturday in Minneapolis has spurred a new kind of debate around gun rights in the United States.
Life-saving aid reaches Kurdish-majority town: UN
A UN humanitarian convoy arrived Sunday in the Kurdish-majority town of Kobane, which has been filled recently with people displaced by clashes in northern Syria, a spokesperson told AFP.
EU council president arrives in India to seal trade pact
European Council president Antonio Costa arrived in India on Sunday, as the EU and New Delhi seek to seal a free trade pact, capping nearly two decades of negotiations between the economic behemoths.
Myanmar junta wraps election with ally set to seal victory
Voting concluded in Myanmar's month-long election on Sunday, with the dominant pro-military party on course for landslide victory in a junta-run poll critics say will only prolong the army's grip on power.
Split decision: war divides Myanmar constituency
Fighters from Myanmar's rebel Kayan National Army stood guard Sunday on a hilltop overlooking a displaced people's camp in Pekon -- as voters went to the polls in junta-controlled parts of the constituency.
Fans bid farewell to Japan's only pandas
Panda lovers in Tokyo said goodbye on Sunday to a hugely popular pair of the bears that are set to return to China, leaving Japan without the beloved animals for the first time in half a century.
Hollywood stars slam ICE after fatal Minneapolis shooting
Hollywood stars used red carpet appearances at the Sundance Film Festival on Saturday to denounce the killing of an American protester who was shot dead on the streets of Minneapolis by federal immigration agents.
Defiance as a profession: Pakistan's jailed lawyer Imaan Mazari
No amount of pressure, cyberbullying or arrest warrants has so far succeeded in silencing one of Pakistan's most prominent dissidents, the human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari.
Bangladesh says star cricketer Shakib can return
Bangladesh cricket chiefs have reopened the door for ex-captain Shakib Al Hasan's return, a star player but who was also a lawmaker in the former ruling party overthrown in a 2024 uprising.
Olivia Wilde slams ICE after Minneapolis shooting
Actress and director Olivia Wilde used her red carpet appearance at the Sundance Film Festival on Saturday to slam the "murder" of an American protester, who was shot dead on the streets of Minnealpolis by federal agents.
Myanmar general looms over poll seen as cementing junta's power
Myanmar's top general Min Aung Hlaing was months from retirement five years ago when he made an about-face, deposed the democratic government and promoted himself to leader.
India's solar-panel boom: full throttle today, uncertain tomorrow
The race for green energy is on. India, driven by soaring electricity demand and a push to reduce reliance on China, is rapidly producing solar panels, fuelling a booming yet uncertain market.
Final round of Myanmar vote set to seal junta ally's victory
Myanmar opened the final round of its month-long election on Sunday, with the dominant pro-military party on course for a landslide in a junta-run vote critics say will prolong the army's grip on power.
Republicans eye 'Trump-palooza' convention ahead of US midterms
US President Donald Trump's Republican Party has taken a step closer to staging a highly unusual party convention to prop him up and sell his message to voters ahead of crucial midterm elections in November.
Pakistani court jails rights activist and husband for 10 years
A Pakistani court on Saturday jailed a prominent rights activist and her husband for 10 years over "anti-state" social media posts, just one day after their arrest.
US says Russia, Ukraine took 'big step', will meet again next week
Ukraine and Russia agreed on Saturday to hold a second round of US-brokered direct peace talks next weekend after a two-day meeting in Abu Dhabi, despite Ukrainian complaints negotiations were undermined by a barrage of deadly strikes.
Trump praises UK troops as row over his NATO comments grows
US President Donald Trump on Saturday appeared to offer an olive branch to Britain on Saturday in a row over the role of UK soldiers in Afghanistan, calling them "among the greatest of all warriors".
Turkey pro-Kurd party urges end to Kobane siege
Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM party on Saturday called for the blockade on the Kurdish-majority city of Kobane in northern Syria to be lifted immediately, warning of a "humanitarian tragedy".
Outrage across Europe after Trump says NATO avoided Afghan front line
US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage across Europe after claiming that NATO allies shied away from the front line in Afghanistan.
Ukraine, Russia, US agree to more talks next week in UAE
Ukraine and Russia ended two days of US-brokered direct talks on Saturday and agreed to hold more next week in Abu Dhabi, even as Kyiv accused Moscow of undermining the negotiations towards ending the war by launching fresh strikes.
Iranians struggle as internet shutdown hits livelihoods
Cut off from the global internet for more than two weeks, online content creator Amir spends his days scanning the few news websites available on Iran's domestic web for signs that connectivity to the world might return.
Ukraine says deadly Russian strikes threaten US-backed peace talks
Ukraine on Saturday accused Russia of undermining negotiations to end their almost four-year war by launching fresh deadly strikes, as officials from both countries and the United States met for a second day of direct talks in Abu Dhabi.
Threatened Ugandan opposition leader needs UN help: lawyer
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine's lawyer has urged the UN and the international community to seek guarantees for his safety after deadly threats following elections marred by repression and an internet blackout.
Ukraine, Russia to hold second day of direct talks on US plan
Negotiators from Russia, Ukraine and the United States will meet in Abu Dhabi on Saturday for the second day of negotiations on a plan being pushed by US President Donald Trump to end the almost four-year-long war.
US military to prioritize homeland and curbing China, limit support for allies
The US military will prioritize protecting the homeland and deterring China while providing "more limited" support to allies in Europe and elsewhere, a Pentagon strategy document released on Friday said.
Bangladesh readies for polls, worry among Hasina supporters
Bangladesh is preparing for the first election since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina, but supporters of her banned Awami League (AL) are struggling to decide whether to shift their allegiance.
Venezuela says over 600 prisoners released; families' patience wanes
Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez said Friday that over 600 inmates have been released, far more than estimated by rights groups, who are demanding the liberation of all political prisoners.