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Organisers say the world fair will be the largest global gathering since the start of the pandemic.

Rome mayor election: Can Rome be rescued from the rubbish?

Piles of rubbish are one of the problems facing Rome as its residents vote for a new mayor this weekend

Straight-talking rappers tackle Middle East conflict

Jew Uriya Rosenman and Arab Sameh Zakout expose hidden prejudices on both sides in their hit song.

Randall Goosby: Violinist champions music by black composers

Randall Goosby is a rising star of classical music, who performed at the 9/11 memorial ceremony.

North Korea Test-Fires Anti-Aircraft Missile: State Media

North Korea has test-fired a "newly developed" anti-aircraft missile, the latest in a string of recent weapons test launches, state media said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zSA3Y1

Football Legend Pele Released From Hospital, Undergoing Chemo: Doctors

Brazilian football legend Pele was released from a month-long hospital stay Thursday after having surgery for a colon tumor, but will continue undergoing chemotherapy, his medical team said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3imZCdP

The biggest test of Biden's presidency so far

A series of spending packages have put the White House and the Democrats in crisis mode this week.

Post-Brexit Rule Banning European Union ID Cards Begins At UK Borders

A post-Brexit rule banning the use of identification cards from the EU and European Economic Area (EEA) to enter Britain comes into force from Friday, the UK government said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2ZFS9jz

US Lawmakers Grill Facebook On Spiking Mental Health Fears Among Teens

US lawmakers Thursday demanded pledges from Facebook to address escalating worries over its platforms' impact on teens' mental health, but a top executive instead offered assurances the sites are... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3maLDcp

Blue Origin Accused Of "Toxic" Work Culture, Compromising Safety

A group of current and former Blue Origin employees on Thursday accused Jeff Bezos' space company of having a "toxic" work culture with rampant sexual harassment and a pattern of decision-making that... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XZZHwS

US Secretary Of State Denounces Jailings After China Frees Canadians

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday that the alleged taking of prisoners for political purposes was "totally unacceptable" after China released two Canadians jailed for nearly three... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CVoGR4

UN Chief Warns Of "Hellish Future" Ahead Of Key Climate Summit

World leaders must choose between saving the world or condemning "humanity to a hellish future", UN chief Antonio Guterres warned Thursday at a preparatory meeting for a key climate summit next month. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2WwJA9M

US Government Shutdown Averted Hours Before Deadline

US Congress approved a stopgap funding bill Thursday in a rare show of cross-party unity to avert a crippling government shutdown, as Democratic leaders struggle to overcome fierce infighting over... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kXuV0F

US Secretary Of State Says Ball In Iran's Court On Nuclear Deal

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken renewed warnings Thursday that time was running out for Iran to return to a nuclear deal, saying it was up to Tehran to act. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39QLFR1

North Korea Increasing "Instability, Insecurity": US Secretary Of State

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday that North Korea was increasing instability after a series of weapons test launches including one which it claims was a hypersonic missile. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CXoRLK

Ex-French President Nicolas Sarkozy Given Second Jail Term

A French court on Thursday handed former president Nicolas Sarkozy a one-year prison sentence for illegal financing of his 2012 re-election bid, dealing a fresh blow to the right-winger seven months... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CVmMzO

US Plans To Prevent Al-Qaeda Resurgence In Afghanistan With Air Strikes

The Pentagon plans to rely on air strikes to prevent a resurgence of Al-Qaeda now that US troops have left Afghanistan, but experts and some lawmakers are skeptical about the effectiveness of the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2WvunFW

Gloria Estefan says she was sexually abused aged nine

The singer reveals she was molested by a family member when she was a child at music school.

From Slavery To Police Abuse, New Museum Documents US' Racist Past

Slavery, lynchings, segregation, mass incarceration and police abuse: a museum that opens Friday in the state of Alabama traces a direct link between the racist past of the United States and today's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3omkYff

Shutdown: Senate votes to keep US government open

The measure must now pass the lower chamber of Congress before funding lapses at midnight.

Former Nazi Death Camp Secretary, 96, Tries To Flee Start Of Trial

A 96-year-old former Nazi concentration camp secretary who fled hours before the opening of her trial in Germany has been found, a court said Thursday in a dramatic start to the proceedings. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3urnzWg

Afghan Artists Bury Artwork, Books Fearing Taliban Crackdown: Report

Driven by the past memories of the Taliban, Afghan artists have been finding difficulties in practising their art as the outfit oppose the idea of westernisation in the strife-torn country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3D1lEe9

Changing China: How Beijing's crackdowns are impacting business

Businesses are under intense scrutiny as President Xi attempts to narrow China's wealth gap.

Australian Covid data: Shock as teenagers reveal they're behind hit tracking site

Jack, Wesley and Darcy, who are all 14 and 15, set up CovidBaseAU anonymously to track data in Australia.

Britney Spears' Father Removed As Singer's Guardian After Long Battle

Britney Spears' father was removed as the guardian of her estate by a Los Angeles judge on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ATQaG5

"Facade": North Korea's Kim Jong Un Condemns US Dialogue Offer

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un condemned a US offer of dialogue as a "facade", state media reported Thursday, and accused the Joe Biden administration of continuing a hostile policy against his... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CWYVjl

Virgin Galactic Cleared To Launch After US Closes Safety Investigation

Virgin Galactic said Wednesday it had been cleared for spaceflight after the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) concluded a probe into a safety "mishap" related to its high-profile mission in July that... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Zz4W7o

No Overseas Fans Allowed At 2022 Beijing Olympics

Next year's Winter Olympics in Beijing will be held without spectators from overseas with tickets restricted to fans living in China because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the International Olympic... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kOvhXj

Britney Spears' father suspended as conservator

Jamie Spears was removed after the singer alleged abuse, but another conservator remains in charge.

Italy climate minister accepts Thunberg's 'blah, blah, blah' criticism

Roberto Cingolani tells the BBC politicians have not done enough and COP26 aims to change that.

Top Rohingya Leader In Bangladesh Shot Dead: Police

Unidentified assailants on Wednesday shot dead a top Rohingya community leader in a refugee camp in the Bangladesh resort district of Cox's Bazar, officials said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39RUQ3o

Afghanistan: Trump deal strengthened Taliban, US officials say

The February 2020 deal set a date for the US to pull out and strengthened the Taliban, generals say.

YouTube to remove all anti-vaccine misinformation

Videos saying vaccines cause autism, cancer or infertility are among those banned from the platform.

Can the US avoid another government shutdown?

Politicians have just over 24 hours to avoid a potentially disastrous government shutdown.

Katty Kay: Former BBC journalist quits US media firm

Ms Kay has quit Ozy Media after reports one of its executives deceived potential investors.

Beijing 2022: Non-vaccinated athletes must serve 21-day quarantine

Athletes at the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics who are not fully vaccinated will have to serve a 21-day quarantine on arrival in Beijing.

Deaf man sues police in Colorado over alleged excessive use of force

Brady Mistic alleges he was slammed to the ground and tasered during a 2019 incident in Colorado.

Last Of 39 Trapped Canadian Miners Climb Out After 3-Days, All Safe

The last of 39 miners trapped one kilometer underground in eastern Canada for nearly three days climbed to the surface early Wednesday and were greeted by family, officials said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39NLMMS

UK Seeks To Oust China From Sizewell Nuclear Plant: Report

Britain is nearing a deal with France's EDF to force China to offload its stake in the Sizewell C nuclear power station in eastern England, the Financial Times reported Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2ZCh7jP

Cars In UK Queue For Petrol Amid Shortage

Lengthy queues of vehicles snaked their way to gas stations in Britain on Saturday where an acute shortage of truck drivers has led to fuel rationing and some pumps running dry, and prompted the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zX8v3Q

G20 To Hold October Summit On Afghanistan, Says Italy

Italian leader Mario Draghi announced Wednesday the G20 world economic powers will hold a summit on Afghanistan next month in a bid to avert a humanitarian disaster. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AXk7p0

No Payments Made To Taliban During Evacuations, Says US

US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said they were not aware of any payments made to the Taliban by the US at any time during last month's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ieLNhC

Anger as France slashes visas for Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia

France has accused the north African countries of failing to co-operate over returning nationals.

US Declares Fabled Ivory-Billed Woodpecker And 22 Other Species Extinct

The United States on Wednesday declared 23 species extinct, including one of the world's largest woodpeckers, dubbed the "Lord God Bird." from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3umNGh7

Top US General Says Presence In Afghanistan Was Strategic Failure: Report

More than a month after the US drawdown from Afghanistan, a top US General on Tuesday said that United States' 20-year military presence in the country was their strategic failure. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AYOYkU

Side Effects After Covid Booster Dose "Mild", Similar To 2nd Shot: Study

Most side effects after a third dose of a Covid vaccine are mild or moderate, and occur at about as often as after shot two, a US study showed Tuesday in a finding that was expected but nonetheless... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XZPYGH

North Korea says it fired new 'hypersonic missile'

State media called it a "strategic weapon", which could mean it has nuclear capabilities.

Obamas break ground on controversial Chicago presidential centre

After years of dispute and legal rows, former President Obama's major legacy project is underway.

La Palma volcano: Toxic gas fears as lava reaches ocean

Clouds of white steam are seen billowing at the Playa Nueva area of Spain's La Palma island.

Joe Biden Cancels Chicago Trip With Agenda Under Threat

President Joe Biden postponed a Wednesday trip to Chicago to stay in Washington and fight for his domestic agenda, which hangs from a thread in Congress, the White House said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CTXbaz

US Has Reached Out To China About Cutting Oil Imports From Iran: Report

The United States has reached out to China diplomatically about reducing its purchases of Iranian crude oil, U.S. and European officials said on Tuesday, as Washington seeks to persuade Tehran to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3D9I9Oj

German coalition talks: Where Brits see a crisis, Germans find unity

Coalition governments are rare in the UK. Germany has had nothing but them since the end of the war.

Aar Maanta - the pop star bringing Somalia to the Mississippi

How Aar Maanta is teaching children in Minneapolis to sing in Somali and learn about their heritage.

Hathras rape case: Prisoners in their own home, lives on hold, a village divided

The BBC revisits the family of a 19-year-old who died in India last year after reporting gang rape.

North Korea Says It Tested Hypersonic Missile

North Korea has successfully tested a hypersonic gliding missile, state media reported Wednesday, in what would be the nuclear-armed nation's latest advance in weapons technology. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3igFXw5

Peru's ex-President Alejandro Toledo cleared for extradition from US

A California judge clears the way for Alejandro Toledo to face trial in Peru on corruption charges.

Life at 50C: Mexico's struggle for water

Climate change is causing once-mighty rivers to dry up and temperatures to rise to deadly levels in Mexico.

Calais: On patrol with the troops looking for migrants

General Frantz Tavart says he will withdraw troops from the coastline if funding from the UK is withheld.

US Senators Warn Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro On Democracy

Top senators from President Joe Biden's Democratic Party warned Tuesday that the US relationship with Brazil would be at risk if President Jair Bolsonaro does not respect democratic norms in October... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39Qj9P6

France To Crackdown Against "Radical" Muslim Groups, Centres: Minister

France is moving to shut six mosques and break up several associations suspected of producing radical Islamic propaganda, Interior Minister Gerard Darmanin said on Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ohVf7B

NASA's Lucy Mission To Investigate Jupiter's Mysterious Trojan Asteroids

NASA is poised to send its first spacecraft to study Jupiter's Trojan asteroids to glean new insights into the solar system's formation 4.5 billion years ago, the space agency said Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3F2obXe

Barack Obama Breaks Ground On Presidential Library In Chicago

Barack Obama broke ground Tuesday on his presidential library and center, launching a project he said would produce the next generation of American leaders. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XTnjmM

France Protests Limited UK Licences Granted To European Union Boats

Britain said Tuesday it would grant 12 out of 47 applications for new licences to small boats from the European Union to fish in its waters, provoking an angry response from France. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39J7TnZ

New Canada Government Will Move "Faster" On Priorities: Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday he would unveil his new cabinet next month and bring back parliament by fall's end to tackle climate change, Covid and economic recovery. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3umh3zW

Real Madrid 1-2 Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League debutants snatch win

Sheriff Tiraspol produce one of the great Champions League shocks by beating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

US Generals Say They Recommended Leaving 2,500 Soldiers In Afghanistan

Top US generals said Tuesday that they advised keeping American troops in Afghanistan to bolster the Afghan government and expressed concern that the Taliban has not severed ties with Al-Qaeda. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EZBisj

Nepali Youth Protest In Kathmandu Against Chinese Land Encroachment

A youth association affiliated with Nepal's Democratic Socialist Party led by Mahantha Thakur staged a protest against China on Tuesday for allegedly encroaching Nepal's land along the Nepal-China... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XT0CiA

Afghan Army Collapse "Took Us All By Surprise": US Defence Secretary

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin told Congress on Tuesday that the Afghan army's sudden collapse caught the Pentagon off-guard as he acknowledged miscalculations in America's longest war including... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zM4FdL

WHO To Revive Probe Into COVID-19 Origins: Report

The World Health Organization (WHO) is looking to revive an investigation into the origins of the COVID-19, a US media report said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3iwY1m7

Can Fluffy Clouds Save Australia's Great Barrier Reef? Scientists Say Yes

To slow the speed at which high temperatures and warm waters bleach the corals of the Great Barrier Reef, Australian scientists are spraying droplets of ocean water into the sky to form clouds to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2ZEhTNp

A Dire Warning For Sydney's Unvaccinated When Curbs End: Social Isolation

Sydney residents who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 risk being barred from various social activities even when they are freed from stay-at-home orders in December, New South Wales state Premier... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2WlWdo2

Taliban Ban Barbers From Trimming Beards In Afghan Province: Report

The Taliban have banned hairdressers in Afghanistan's Helmand province from shaving or trimming beards, a media report said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EWidY2

Noone From Taliban Will Address World Leaders At UN As Ousted Envoy Withdraws

No representative from Afghanistan will address the annual high-level U.N. General Assembly in New York after the ambassador for the government ousted by the Taliban - who was due to speak on Monday -... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ulzvsz

Three Polish regions scrap anti-LGBT resolutions

The move comes after the European Commission threatened to pull funding from the areas.

North Korea fires projectile, says South's military

South Korea’s military says the object landed in waters off Japan early Tuesday morning.

Taliban: Afghanistan bank boss warns sector near collapse

The head of one of Afghanistan's biggest banks says the country's financial sector is near collapse.

US President Joe Biden Gets Covid-19 Vaccine Booster Shot

US President Joe Biden received a Covid-19 vaccine booster on Monday and told Americans still resisting the shots that they are damaging the country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Wnpdfa

John Lennon: Recording of unreleased song up for auction in Denmark

The rare audio track was made in Denmark more than 50 years ago, months before The Beatles split.

What it's like to be a nine-year-old in a vaccine clinical trial

Twins Evan and Lizzy are enrolled in Pfizer's vaccine trial for children between ages five and 11.

Remembering Babyn Yar and Ukraine's forgotten 'Holocaust by Bullets'

The country is still grappling with how to remember one of the worst massacres of World War Two.

UK Puts Army On Standby As Fuel Pumps Run Dry: Ministry

Britain on Monday put the army on standby to help with the ongoing fuel crisis as fears over tanker driver shortages led to panic buying, leaving many of the country's pumps dry. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kJjDgs

North Korea Tells UN It Has "Right" To Test Weapons

North Korea's ambassador told the UN General Assembly on Monday that "nobody can deny" the nuclear-armed country the right to test weapons. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3m36Bd8

North Korea Fires "Unidentified Projectile": South's Military

Nuclear-armed North Korea fired an 'unidentified projectile' into the sea off its east coast, the South's military said Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39FFFKC

Covid-19: President Joe Biden receives Pfizer booster jab

The US President and other Americans over 65 are now eligible for a third jab of the Pfizer vaccine.

Singer R Kelly Found Guilty On All Counts In Sex Abuse Trial

R Kelly on Monday was convicted of leading a decades-long sex crime ring, with a New York jury finding the superstar singer guilty on all nine charges, including the most serious of racketeering. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Wkk1so

R. Kelly found guilty in sex trafficking trial

After decades of abuse allegations, singer R. Kelly found guilty on all counts in sex trafficking trial

Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

War Crimes Prosecutor Would Not Focus On US Forces In New Afghan Probe

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court on Monday said he was seeking approval to resume a war crimes investigation into Afghanistan, focusing on the actions of the Taliban and the Islamic... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39Kai1s

Iran Has Crossed All Nuclear "Red Lines": Israeli PM At UN

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said on Monday that Iran had crossed "all red lines" in its nuclear program and vowed that Israel would not allow Tehran to acquire a nuclear weapon. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zJZ1J9

Volcano Roars Back To Life As Lava Nears The Sea In Spain

The volcano on Spain's La Palma island began ejecting ash and smoke again on Monday after a brief lull, while hundreds of people in coastal villages were locked down in anticipation of the lava... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39ITJDi

World Court Prosecutor Seeks Nod To Resume Probing Afghanistan War Crimes

International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan said today that he has asked the court to let him resume the inquiry into alleged war crimes in Afghanistan as he does not find the new... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ocNMqz

Washington's Secret Subway That Politicians Have Used For Over 100 Years

Frequented by presidents, Supreme Court justices and even the occasional movie star, it is the transport of choice for some of the world's most powerful movers and shakers -- yet few Americans know it... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CNYeZx

Australia's Sydney Plans To Reopen As Covid Cases Decline

Australia's New South Wales (NSW) government plans to unveil its roadmap on Monday for reopening the state from COVID-19 shutdowns, detailing the differing levels of freedoms to be afforded to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CPj6jb

China Evergrande: What the company's debt crisis means for the world

The property giant has missed an interest payment deadline, fuelling concerns that it will collapse.

Unpredictable German Election Heads To Uncertainty On Next Government

Germany headed into a period of unpredictability Monday after a close election saw both main parties claim the right to lead Europe's biggest economy, leaving the question of who will succeed Angela... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3m3gAza

Fourth Member Of Brazil's UN Delegation Tests Covid Positive

Pedro Guimaraes, a member of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's delegation to the United Nations, has tested positive for COVID-19, the CEO of state lender Caixa Economica Federal said on his one of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ugngO3

Google Celebrates Its 23rd Birthday With Unique Doodle

While Google's foundation started in the year 1997, it was officially established as a company on September 27, 1998. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kIdYXW

Australian PM Scott Morrison May Skip UN Glasgow Climate Summit

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, under pressure to adopt a 2050 net-zero carbon emissions target, said in an interview published Monday that he may not join this year's landmark UN climate... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EWw3K3

Xianzi: The #MeToo icon China is trying to silence

A court has thrown out a high-profile sexual harassment case. Can China's feminist movement survive?

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Why are hundreds of aid trucks stranded?

The UN says hundreds of trucks have not returned from Tigray and it's affecting the flow of aid.

India's misunderstood maharajahs

Indian princes were often stereotyped as lazy hedonists, but they were serious political figures.

Dalai Lama backs bid to save Edinburgh cafe he inspired

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago.

German elections: Centre-left scents victory in tight vote

Social Democrat leader Olaf Scholz says he has a "clear mandate" but his rival refuses to give up.

In rural Afghanistan, a family welcomes Taliban rule

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen travels to Helmand province, a month after the hardline Islamists took control.

Interviewing the Taliban: 'Still now I am terrified'

Afghan news anchor Beheshta Arghand made history when she interviewed the Taliban.

How climate change is making inequality worse, especially for children

Children will face up to three times as many extreme climate events as their grandparents, research suggests.

Manta rays inspire new device to filter microplastics

Wastewater plants release microplastics into the environment, but could manta rays hold the key to a solution?

San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave.

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Philippines' Manila

A strong earthquake hit off the Philippines' main island Monday, but there were no immediate reports of damage, the US Geological Survey and local officials said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EXLjX8

Olaf Scholz: "Robotic" Social Democrat Within Grasp Of Merkel's Job

Olaf Scholz may have achieved something many would have thought impossible just a year ago. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3urBN9T

Angela Merkel's Party Narrowly Loses To Rivals In Germany Election

Germany Election Result: "We are ahead in all the surveys now," the Social Democrats' chancellor candidate, Olaf Scholz, said in a round table discussion with other candidates after the vote. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CKR4W7

Iran Fails To Fully Honour Agreement On Monitoring Equipment: UN Watchdog

Iran has failed to fully honour the terms of a deal struck with the UN nuclear watchdog two weeks ago allowing inspectors to service monitoring equipment in the country, the watchdog said on Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AEIt6F

Afghanistan: Taliban ban Helmand barbers from trimming beards

The hardline group says anyone cutting beards will be punished as it breaches their reading of Islamic law.

3 Russian Fighter Jets Escort US Bomber In Pacific Ocean: Report

Three Russian SU-35S fighter jets have escorted a US B-52H strategic bomber which was approaching Russia's border in the Pacific Ocean, RIA news agency reported on Sunday, citing Moscow's Defence... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AJbmhT

China's Xi Warns Of "Grim" Situation With Taiwan In Letter To Opposition

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned that relations between Beijing and Taipei were "grim" on Sunday, urging the island's main opposition party to help seek "unification of the country." from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CHHL9g

"Problems At Kabul Airport Resolved": Taliban Ask Airlines To Return

The Taliban in Afghanistan appealed on Sunday for international flights to be resumed, promising full cooperation with airlines and saying that problems at Kabul airport had been resolved. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XKYuJI

No Need To Coordinate Counterterrorism Airstrikes With Taliban: US

The Pentagon on Saturday said that the US does not need to coordinate counterterrorism airstrikes with the Taliban in Afghanistan. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CNLodT

Four Palestinians killed in Israeli West Bank raid against militants

Israel said it was conducting raids against Hamas militants who were planning an attack.

Putin Fishing, Hiking In Siberia After Self-Isolation Over Covid Scare

Russian President Vladimir Putin has spent several days on holiday in Siberia where he was hiking and fishing, the Kremlin said on Sunday, following a short spell in self-isolation as a precautionary... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ELudLM

US Condemns Taliban For Amputation, Execution Of Criminals

US Department of State spokesperson Ned Price strongly reacted to the recent statement of the Taliban over implementing the Sharia laws, which includes amputation and execution of criminals. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3oa6QWf

Amtrak train derails in Montana, killing three and injuring dozens

Dozens of people are injured after several carriages of the Amtrak train came off the tracks.

Colourful Aghan Clothing Campaign Counters Taliban Dress Code

After seeing photos of black-clad Afghan women in full face veils at a pro-Taliban rally in Kabul, Bahar Jalali, an Afghan-American historian, launched a campaign highlighting the vibrant colors of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AWHkHX

1 Killed, Over 50 Injured As Train Derails In US: Report

Multiple people were injured when a train derailed on Saturday in the US state of Montana, rail operator Amtrak said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39C0XJ5

Iceland Coalition Government Set To Win Majority, But Future Uncertain

Iceland's government was poised to win a majority in Saturday's election, early results showed, though it remained to be seen if Prime Minister Katrin Jakobsdottir's left-right coalition would agree... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kEA0eb

Watch: Elton John Kicks Off World-Spanning Gigs For Climate, Vaccines

The "Rocketman" got things going in Paris, performing hits including "Tiny Dancer" and "Your Song" in front of the Eiffel Tower in a dazzling green suit. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3i7XeHI

Arctic Sailing Race Planned In Canada To Highlight Climate Change

A French sports group on Saturday announced plans to launch a sailing race in the thawing Canadian Arctic to raise awareness of global warning. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ocFTRV

Taliban Recognition "Not On The Table": Russia Foreign Minister

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday that international recognition of the Taliban was not currently under consideration. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kHXZsS

Merkel Makes Final Push For Successor In Germany's Knife-Edge Polls

Chancellor Angela Merkel appealed Germans to give her would-be successor Armin Laschet their vote to shape Germany's future. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ES4vWc

German elections: Voters decide who will take charge after Merkel

The election race could barely be tighter as voters decide who will run Europe's biggest economy.

Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons

Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people.

COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK- who's going and what's at stake?

Letter from Africa: The wonders of Somali cuisine and a taste of home

Ethiopian and Eritrean food is well known globally, but this is your chance to discover Somali cooking.

UK To Offer 10,500 Post-Brexit Visas To Ease Worker Shortages

Britain will issue up to 10,500 temporary work visas to lorry drivers and poultry workers to ease chronic staff shortages, the government said Saturday, in a U-turn on post-Brexit immigration policy. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kNn4Tv

When Harry - And Meghan - Met Deputy UN Chief In New York

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited the United Nations in New York on Saturday to meet with UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed during the 193-member world body's annual gathering of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zHVjQb

Global Citizen Live: Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran feature in 24-hour concert

The Global Citizen: Live festival will see performances from more than 60 artists in six continents.

COVID-19 Vaccinated Pregnant Women Pass Protection To Newborns: Study

According to a new study, women who receive the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy pass high levels of antibodies to their babies. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AHjAqN

Prince Andrew Accepts He Has Been Served In US Sex Case

Britain's Prince Andrew has accepted that he has been served legal papers in a sexual assault lawsuit brought against him in the United States, a court filing showed Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3i5xMTq

One of NYC's poshest buildings facing $250m lawsuit over building defects

A posh building on NYC's Billionaire Row has been facing a series of serious woes.

Elon Musk says he and partner Grimes are semi-separated

The SpaceX founder said that their work had seen them spending significant amounts of time apart.

Gambia's Jammeh pact bombshell: Treachery or reconciliation?

A political pact that could see the return of Gambia's exiled ex-President Jammeh proves divisive.

Phones Of Five French Ministers Infected By Pegasus Malware: Report

The mobile phones of at least five French ministers and a diplomatic advisor to President Emmanuel Macron were infected by the Israeli-made Pegasus spyware, sources told AFP on Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u8kXMS

Pak Globally Recognised For Openly Supporting, Arming Terrorists: India On Imran Khan's UN Address

from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zQNpEt

'The Wire' Star Michael K. Williams' Death Caused By Accidental Overdose

US actor Michael K. Williams, who starred as Omar Little in the widely acclaimed television series "The Wire," died of an accidental drug overdose, authorities said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3o5Hhpj

Two Canadians Released By China And Headed Home: Justin Trudeau

Two Canadians imprisoned in what China's Western critics branded "hostage diplomacy" were headed home Friday after being released, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u95aNZ

Google Sought To Keep Incognito Mode Issues Out Of Spotlight: Lawsuit

Google Chief Executive Sundar Pichai in 2019 was warned that describing the company's Incognito browsing mode as "private" was problematic, yet it stayed the course because he did not want the feature... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zDJ0V5

Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig released from Chinese detention

Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig were released as a Chinese tech executive was freed in Canada.

Evergrande Misses Payment Deadline, Car Unit Warns Of Cash Crunch

China Evergrande's electric car unit warned on Friday it faced an uncertain future unless it got a swift injection of cash. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AFIPKp

Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

After almost three years, Huawei's chief financial officer has had a US extradition request against her blocked.

La Palma volcano: Visual guide to what happened

A series of maps and charts explaining what happened after an eruption in the Spanish Canary Islands.

Climate change: Whisper it cautiously... there's been progress in run up to COP26

Pledges made at the UN have lifted hopes for the Glasgow summit, but some major questions remain.

Sustainable fashion: From the red carpet to our wardrobes?

Hannah Peel wore a sustainable dress to the Mercury Awards - but is the fashion industry changing?

IMF Chief Accuses Former World Bank President's Office Of Manipulation

World Bank found that senior bank leaders including Kristalina Georgieva unduly pressured staff to alter data to improve China's ranking in the Doing Business report while the bank was seeking China's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3i64cwV

Afghanistan: Inside the prison staffed by former inmates released by the Taliban

The BBC has been given access to Kabul's main jail, where former Taliban inmates are now caretakers.

Ros Atkins On… Germany’s Election Explained

Ros Atkins explains how Germany’s election works, the candidates and the issues at stake.

Attacked by a hyena: My advice for a fellow victim

Nine-year-old Rodwell Nkomazana lost an eye, his nose, and his upper lip when he was mauled by a hyena.

Switzerland to hold referendum on same-sex marriage

Voters in Switzerland go to the polls this Sunday to decide whether to allow same-sex marriage.

R. Kelly trial: A look at the key moments as jury deliberates

The five-week trial heard harrowing details of abuse and assault. Here are the key moments.

PM Modi, Joe Biden Remember Mahatma Gandhi Ahead Of Birth Anniversary

PM Modi and US President Joe Biden on Friday remembered Mahatma Gandhi, a week ahead of his birth anniversary on October 2, recalling the values advocated by the apostle of peace of non-violence,... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3o1WqYZ

Pak Must Ensure Women's Rights Protected In Afghanistan: Malala Yousafzai

Nobel Laureate and Pakistani rights activist Malala Yousafzai today asked Pakistan to show "bold and strong commitment" to protect women's rights in Afghanistan. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39CGu78

World Health Organisation Backs Antibody Treatment For High-Risk Covid

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday recommended the synthetic antibody treatment Regeneron for Covid-19, but only in patients with specific health profiles. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u9CcgF

Arrest Warrant For US Woman's Boyfriend Who Vanished During Trip

US authorities on Thursday issued an arrest warrant for Gabby Petito's boyfriend after her body was discovered in a homicide case that drew international headlines over her disappearance and death. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3o2sCLR

Capitol riot committee to investigate Trump allies

The committee investigating the 6 January riot has issued the first subpoenas of the Trump team.

"A Tale Of Epic Proportions": US Returns Ancient Gilgamesh Tablet To Iraq

A 3,500-year-old tablet recounting the epic of Gilgamesh was returned to Iraq Thursday after being stolen three decades ago and illegally imported to the United States. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3o2rt71

Nearly 20 European Union Countries Back WHO Chief For Second Term

Nearly 20 European Union countries nominated Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus for a second term as head of the World Health Organization, shortly before the deadline passed on Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kBCWbB

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Visit New York 9/11 Memorial

Britain's Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle kicked off a trip to New York City with a visit to the "Freedom Tower" and 9/11 Memorial on Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nXmXGO

1 Dead, 12 Injured In US Supermarket Shooting

Multiple forces including S.W.A.T. teams converged on the supermarket to secure the area, with police going aisle to aisle to help employees and shoppers evacuate the building. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CJBryi

Little Boots says Abba's new live band is 'badass cool'

The pop star is joining Abba's live band next year, after crowd-funding her sparkling new album.

Singapore migrant workers are still living in Covid lockdown

The workers in Singapore are enduring one of the longest Covid confinement periods in the world.

German elections 2021: The conspiracy theories targeting voters

One wildly inaccurate claim suggests Germany does not actually exist.

Spying concerns fuel the market for more secure tech

Revelations about spyware have spurred interest in more secure phones and software.

Gabby Petito case: FBI issues arrest warrant for boyfriend Brian Laundrie

The indictment says Brian Laundrie used a debit card that did not belong to him after her death.

Migrants freezing to death on Belarus-Poland border

The BBC finds stranded migrants facing sub-zero temperatures amid a row between Poland and Belarus.

Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 September 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

R Kelly lawyer compares him to Martin Luther King

The defence makes its final arguments in the singer's sex-abuse trial before the jury retires.

Here’s a handful of facts about sign language

Sign language is an important way of communicating especially for the deaf community, but how much do you know about it?

Why are so many Haitians at the US-Mexico border?

Thousands of migrants are at the Texas-Mexico border. Here's what we know about why they are coming.

Canary Islands volcano: 'Miracle house' escapes lava

The volcano on La Palma has been erupting since Sunday, destroying hundreds of homes.

Earliest definitive evidence of people in Americas

Scientists have found evidence that humans reached the Americas earlier than previously thought.

Netherlands Covid: Boy wins court battle for right to jab

The 12-year-old can get vaccinated to visit his dying grandmother despite his father's objections.

Myanmar Facing 'Alarming' Risk Of Escalating Civil War: UN Rights Chief

Myanmar is facing the alarming prospect of an escalating civil war as an uprising against the military junta widens, the UN's human rights chief warned on Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39wQtut

Thousands remain at Haitian migrant camp in Texas

Local officials have struggled to provide food and sanitation to the Haitian migrants.

European Union To Decide On Covid Booster Shot Next Month

The European Union's drug watchdog said Thursday it expected to decide in early October whether to approve boosters of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for over 16s. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zAWfWF

World's 25 Richest Families Are Worth $1.7 Trillion, Gain 22% Over A Year

Abundant liquidity, soaring stock markets and accommodating tax policies have been favorable for growing dynastic wealth. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Az19on

After "Friendly" Biden-Macron Call, French Envoy To Return To US

US President Joe Biden and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron had a "friendly" phone call Wednesday to defuse a deep row over submarine sales to Australia, promising to meet in person to repair... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u7GwNM

Evergrande: Shares in crisis-hit firm jump as debt deadline looms

The debt-laden developer is due to make a $83.5m interest payment on an overseas bond on Thursday.

'Giving birth left me needing a colostomy bag'

Former triathlete Kayleigh Adams endured a fourth-degree tear that led to her needing a colostomy bag.

Extremists using video-game chats to spread hate

Campaigners say including extremist narratives among everyday conversations can be a pathway to radicalisation.

Security Council United On "Stable" Afghanistan: UN Chief Antonio Guterres

The five permanent Security Council members are united on seeking a stable Afghanistan, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Wednesday after talks among foreign ministers following the Taliban... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lSZCDk

"Last Chance...": Boris Johnson's Appeal Ahead Of Climate Summit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday cast UN climate talks in Glasgow in November as a last chance for humanity as he made a passionate appeal for the world to slash carbon emissions. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nTNapI

Will Be Patient On Rebuilding Ties With France: Australia After Submarine Fallout

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said he has tried to arrange a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron but has been unsuccessful so far, a week after his cancellation of a major... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CBAQhL

Time for humanity to grow up on climate, says UK PM

The world is approaching a critical turning point, Boris Johnson warns the UN's General Assembly.

US approves Covid booster jabs for some older and at-risk Americans

The move applies to Americans over 65 who were vaccinated with Pfizer, and those at high Covid risk.

The edible insects coming to a supermarket near you

A number of firms are now farming locusts and mealworms for human consumption.

Grim echoes of history in images of Haitians at US-Mexico border

Pictures of border officers rounding up black men have drawn comparisons to US slave patrols.

Angela Merkel: Four expert verdicts on a contested legacy

When the German chancellor steps down, how will history remember her? Four experts have their say.

US Authorises Pfizer's Covid Booster For Elderly And High-Risk: Statement

The United States on Wednesday authorized the use of boosters of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine for people aged over 65, people at high-risk of severe disease and those in high-exposure settings to the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u4vtEW

'Side-eying Chloe' Clem to sell iconic meme as NFT

The image of Chloe Clem could fetch her tens of thousands of dollars at auction.

Why China's Xi Jinping looks to be pursuing a road back to socialism

China has not been very socialist for years, but the Communist Party looks set to change that.

Central African Republic war: No-go zones and Russian meddling

All sides are accused of planting landmines in a dangerous shift in the Central African Republic.

Angela Merkel: What will Germans miss about the chancellor?

BBC Europe editor Katya Adler takes a road trip to find out how Germans will remember their chancellor.

S Jaishankar To Attend G4 Talks, G20 Meeting On Afghanistan Today

India will be participating in the G4 Foreign Ministers meeting and also the G20 meeting called on Afghanistan and will brief world leaders on the unfolding situation in the war-torn country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kuPG3s

Aukus pact: France and US seek to mend rift

The deal caused outrage in France, which lost a contract to build submarines for Australia.

Joe Biden Says Quad Partnership On Track To Produce 1 Billion Jabs In India

The Quad partnership is on track to produce at least a billion vaccine doses in India by 2022, US President Joe Biden said on Wednesday, asserting that nothing is more urgent than working together to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lV8j0e

Germany To Stop Paying Unvaccinated Workers Who Have To Quarantine

Germans who have not been vaccinated against Covid-19 will no longer receive compensation for lost pay if they have to quarantine from November, Health Minister Jens Spahn said on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kwesAk

WHO's New Air Quality Guidelines Aim To Cut Deaths Linked To Fossil Fuels

The World Health Organisation on Wednesday issued its first air quality guidelines since 2005 aimed at reducing deaths from key pollutants that cause cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, slashing... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XIamwz

Fifa 22 soundtrack: Why getting on it is a 'bucket list' moment

This is what it means to young artists to be featured on the playlist for the latest Fifa game.

Continuing To Be Discussed: Biden Non-Committal On US-UK Free Trade Deal

US President Joe Biden Tuesday refrained from making any commitment to a free trade agreement with the United Kingdom, only saying the issue was under discussion while receiving the British premier at... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3krKnC0

Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet at White House

The talks between the UK prime minister and US president come as a possible trade pact is considered.

Taliban ask to speak at UN General Assembly in New York

The group wants to address world leaders, weeks after ousting Afghanistan's former government.

Life at 50C: Heat hitting home in Australia

Cities like Sydney are already experiencing extremely hot days because of climate change.

US Woman, Missing Since Trip With Boyfriend, Confirmed Dead In Homicide

The FBI on Tuesday confirmed a body found in Wyoming is missing woman Gabrielle "Gabby" Petito, whose recent disappearance gripped the United States, with the local coroner saying her death was a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AvX9oC

In Landmark Climate Pledge, China Promises To End Coal Funding Overseas

China will stop funding coal projects overseas, President Xi Jinping announced Tuesday, all but ending the flow of public aid for the dirty energy contributing to the climate crisis. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39r3VQC

China Will Never Seek Hegemony: Xi After Biden's "New Cold War" Reference

Amidst escalating tension in ties with the US, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said that disputes among countries "need to be handled through dialogue and cooperation" and urged world leaders... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lQ9v4T

"US Has No Closer, More Reliable Ally Than Australia," Says Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday called Australia the most reliable ally of the United States, adding that the partnership will advance on the vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u7bu8z

Gabby Petito: Body found in Wyoming is missing 'van life' blogger

A coroner says the 22-year-old's death was a homicide but gives no details as to how she died.

Canada election: Conservative O'Toole defiant after loss to Trudeau

Canada's Conservative leader promised to stay on, adding that he has more work to do to win.

BTS: Korean boyband open UN general debate with performance and speech

The UN general debate opened with K-pop band BTS, followed by a speech about sustainable development.

Will Harm Travellers: US Sues To Block American Airlines-JetBlue Alliance

The US Justice Department filed a lawsuit Tuesday to block the alliance between American Airlines and JetBlue that it says will harm travelers by reducing competition. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EIdnNK

Taliban Names Suhail Shaheen As UN Envoy, Seeks To Speak To World Leaders

The Taliban have asked to address world leaders at the United Nations in New York this week and nominated their Doha-based spokesman Suhail Shaheen as Afghanistan's UN ambassador, according to a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nR0PxL

Delta Overwhelming Other Covid Variants Of Concern: WHO

Delta has all but elbowed out the three other Covid-19 variants of concern, which now represent a tiny fraction of the samples being sequenced, the WHO said Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AwHC87

US Sanctions Cryptocurrency Exchange Over Ties TO Ransomware Attacks

The United States imposed sanctions today on cryptocurrency exchange SUEX for its ties to ransomware attackers, as Washington seeks to crack down on digital crime. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zvm6iK

Joe Biden Pledges To Double US Climate Change Aid

US President Joe Biden told the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday he would work with Congress to double funds by 2024 to $11.4 billion per year to help developing nations deal with climate... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nVrZnk

Johnson & Johnson Announces Positive Covid Booster Data

The Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine is more effective when given as a two-dose regime, according to new data released by the company on Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hTyvHo

Taliban Appoint Hardline Battlefield Commanders To Key Afghan Posts

The appointments add to the roster of hardliners in the main group of ministers, which included figures like Sirajuddin Haqqani, head of the terrorist Haqqani network, blamed for a string of attacks... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zoVJLn

First Time In 20 Years US Not At War, We Have Turned The Page: Joe Biden

The US has ended 20 years of conflict in Afghanistan and as Washington closes this period of "relentless war", it is opening a new era of "relentless diplomacy" to lift people up around the world, US... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nPbysy

Google To Spend $2 Billion On New York City Office

Google announced on Tuesday plans to buy a New York City office building for $2.1 billion, confirming its push into America's largest city despite the pandemic teleworking trend. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lIsrCB

More Americans Lost To Covid-19 Than 1918 Flu Pandemic

The American population in 1918 was less than a third of what it is now, meaning the flu deaths would be equivalent to some 2.2 million in today's terms. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u312yP

At UN, Joe Biden Promises 'Relentless Diplomacy,' Defence Of Democracy

US President Joe Biden mapped out a new era of vigorous competition without a new Cold War despite China's ascendance during his first United Nations address on Tuesday, promising military restraint... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EEpWd6

The mother and son who waited 58 years for a hug

Calvin Barrett flies from the US to the UK to meet his "Ma" after tracing her through a DNA test.

Justin Trudeau Set To Win Canada's Election, Return To Power: Reports

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberals were returned to power Monday in a hotly contested election against the rookie Conservative leader Erin O'Toole, according to TV projections. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3znayhf

France Eyes Momentum At UN On Iran Nuclear Deal Talks

France's top diplomat said Monday that he hoped a meeting of foreign ministers in New York this week would build positive momentum towards kick-starting stalled talks over the Iran nuclear deal. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tZ3tTi

Afghan interpreters' details in UK data breach

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has launched an investigation, while the MoD has apologised for the breach.

Wally the wandering walrus is spotted in Iceland

The 800kg mammal had not been seen for more than three weeks.

"Solidarity" With France On Submarine Deal: EU Foreign Policy Chief

European Union foreign ministers voiced solidarity Monday with France, which was angered by Australia's cancellation of a submarine contract, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tTvb3G

Texas abortion: Doctor sued in first known challenges of new law

The cases against a doctor who admitted to performing an abortion are the first known lawsuits.

How 'nerd' culture powered through the pandemic

Meet the online content creators beating the odds to build successful careers from their passions.

Biden To Announce "Good News" On $100 Billion UN Climate Fund

US President Joe Biden is expected to announce "good news" on addressing a shortfall in a $100 billion global climate fund, a UN official said Monday following a closed-door meeting between countries... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lBC5qw

NASA Selects Moon Site For Ice-Hunting Rover

NASA on Monday announced it would land an ice-seeking rover on a region of the Moon's south pole called the Nobile Crater in 2023. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lHkAVF

EU Chief Denounces "Lack Of Loyalty" By US Over Submarine Row

EU chief Charles Michel on Monday accused the United States of a lack of loyalty after Australia canceled a mega-contract with France to buy US nuclear submarines. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XAYLiN

More Americans Lost To Covid Than 1918 Flu Pandemic

Despite a century of medical advances, more Americans have now died from Covid-19 than the number who succumbed to the 1918 flu pandemic, according to new data. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39mFovV

Twitch hate raids: Minority streamers have 'a target on their back'

Streamers tell Newsbeat about the targeted hate they get and what they want Twitch to do about it.

Cambodia: The autistic teenager jailed over a Telegram post

He allegedly insulted Cambodia's government, prompting heavily-armed policemen to arrest him.

A year in Calais: One migrant’s year-long attempt to cross the Channel

The BBC followed Iranian migrant Alex, as he tried to cross from France to the UK with a smuggler.

EU Commissioner Hopeful People Vaccinated With AstraZeneca Can Enter US

While Washington has not authorized the AstraZeneca vaccine against Covid-19, a European commissioner on Monday expressed hope that travelers from the continent inoculated with the jab will soon be... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hR1M58

Canaries Volcano Streams Slow Down, Homes Destroyed, Thousands Flee

Lava flowing from Spain's Canary Islands' first volcanic eruption in 50 years has forced the evacuation of 5,500 people and destroyed around 100 houses but the streams were advancing slower than... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ArL6IN

External Review Finds Deeper Rot In World Bank 'Doing Business' Rankings

Weeks before the World Bank scrapped its flagship Doing Business rankings following a damning independent probe, a group of external advisers recommended an overhaul of the rankings to limit... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ELMQiS

Biden Extends Paryushan And Das Lakshan Wishes To Jain Community

US President Joe Biden has greeted the Jain community on the concluding day of Paryushan and Das Lakshan festival. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tUrWJl

Gabby Petito: What do we know about the case so far?

A body matching Gabby Petito's description was found on Sunday, while her fiancé remains missing.

Bill Gates Raises Over $1 Billion For Clean Energy

Bill Gates's nonprofit group Breakthrough Energy announced Monday that it has raised more than $1 billion from seven major companies, including ArcelorMittal and General Motors, to fund clean energy... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2W038mG

Guinness World Records: Japanese sisters certified world's oldest twins

Umeno Sumiyama and Koume Kodama from Japan are presented with their awards by Guinness World Records.

Two Injured In Shooting At US High School: Police

Two people were injured in a shooting at a high school in the US state of Virginia on Monday, officials said, providing no further details as police rushed to the scene. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zqkPcG

Burundi floods: Lake Tanganyika's water levels rise

Heavy rains have caused water levels to rise, forcing about 100,000 people to flee, a charity says.

South African whistle-blower: I don't feel safe

Mosilo Mothepu has paid a heavy price for speaking out about corruption in her firm.

Afghan Women Protest After Taliban Replaces Women's Ministry

About two dozen women activists protested outside Afghanistan's women's ministry on Sunday after it was closed by Taliban militants in power in Kabul and replaced by their Ministry for Promotion of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EB6opR

Emmy Awards return with in-person ceremony in Los Angeles

Ted Lasso, The Crown and The Queen's Gambit are among the big nominees this year.

Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis.

Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

In Rare Occurrence, Bees Kill 63 Endangered Penguins In South Africa

A swarm of bees has killed 63 endangered African penguins on a beach outside Cape Town, the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds said on Sunday from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2VTlp4W

UK PM To Challenge Jeff Bezos Over Amazon Tax Record: Report

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in a face-to-face meeting will challenge Amazon founder Jeff Bezos over his company's tax record, the Financial Times reported. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3o2wht9

US Submarine Deal, Alliance Can Trigger "Nuclear Arms Race": North Korea

North Korea's foreign ministry on Monday said a new US alliance in the Indo-Pacific and recent US submarine contract with Australia could trigger a "nuclear arms race" in the region. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XDl3jG

Russia's Ruling Pro-Putin Party Wins Majority After Crackdown On Critics

Russia's ruling United Russia party, which supports President Vladimir Putin, retained its majority in parliament after a three-day election and a sweeping crackdown on its critics, despite losing... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zpenCT

Migrants in Texas: US flies Haitian migrants back home from border

Hundreds of would-be immigrants camped under a bridge on the US-Mexico border are returned to Haiti.

Gabby Petito: Body matching missing blogger found in Wyoming

Crews searching for missing Florida woman Gabby Petito have found a body, the FBI says.

Emmy Awards 2021: The red carpet looks in pictures

Kaley Cuoco, Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson are among the stars attending the ceremony.

Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities.

My dad, held hostage in Iran

London-based baker Elika Ashoori is campaigning to bring her father home from jail in Iran.

French, UK Defence Ministers' Meeting Off Amid Submarine Row: Report

France has cancelled a meeting set for this week between its Defence Minister Florence Parly and her British counterpart Ben Wallace, a source at her ministry told AFP Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hPOd6i

My husband and son fought in Afghanistan - it changed all of us

America's two decades in Afghanistan impacted those who served - and the families waiting at home.

Benjamin Netanyahu Suggests Biden Fell Asleep Meeting New Israeli PM

Israel's former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested in a Facebook video posted on Sunday that US President Joe Biden had fallen asleep when meeting the new Israeli leader Naftali Bennett last... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nRz9J0

10 Killed, 5 Missing After Boat Overturns In China: Report

At least 10 people were killed and five others listed missing after a passenger ship overturned in a river in southwest China''s Guizhou Province, state-run CGTN-TV reported. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AozXIF

Boxer Manny Pacquiao To Run For Philippine President In 2022

Boxing star Manny Pacquiao said on Sunday he will run for president of the Philippines next year, after railing against corruption in government and what he calls President Rodrigo Duterte's cozy... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ABeRH6

ISIS Claims Responsibility For Attacks In Afghanistan's Jalalabad: Report

ISIS claimed responsibility for a series of bomb attacks in the city of Jalalabad in eastern Afghanistan, the group's Amaaq News Agency said on its Telegram channel on Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ziOGnr

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronaut capsule splashes back to Earth

The quartet of civilian astronauts lands safely in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida.

Brazil Reports Over 1,50,000 Coronavirus Cases In A Day

Brazil reported 935 COVID-19 deaths on Saturday and some 150,106 additional cases, according to data released by the nation's Health Ministry, an unusually large number due to what officials said was... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nOQRgq

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronauts return to Earth after three days

The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth.

Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote.

SpaceX Capsule With 1st All-Civilian Crew Splashes Down Off Florida

The quartet of newly minted citizen astronauts comprising the SpaceX Inspiration4 mission safely splashed down in the Atlantic off Florida's coast on Saturday, completing a three-day flight of the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tRXGyx

Fate Unclear, Some Afghan Embassies Break Contacts With Taliban: Report

After a month has passed since the fall of the Republic of Afghanistan on August 15, the fate of Afghan embassies are unclear and some have even broken contact with the Taliban's Islamic Emirate... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nNBLaS

The link between climate change, seaweed and ice cream

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting.

Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence.

Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew

The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding.

Morgan Bullock makes professional debut in Riverdance

Morgan Bullock from Richmond, Virginia, joins the UK touring company of the acclaimed Irish dance show.

Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark.

4 SpaceX Space Tourists Set To Return To Earth

The four private space tourists aboard a SpaceX capsule are due to return to Earth on Saturday night, touching down off the coast of Florida after three days of orbiting the planet. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XulrAy

Aukus: French minister condemns US and Australia 'lies' over security pact

France's foreign minister accuses its allies of "duplicity" and "contempt" over a new security pact.

Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.

Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings.

From Katrina to Ida: How US presidents react to climate change and natural disasters

Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, US presidents have realised the impact of their reactions to extreme weather.

Sparse Attendance At Rally In Support Of US Capitol Rioters

A few hundred protesters turned up Saturday in Washington to rally in support of the pro-Trump rioters who ransacked the US Capitol on January 6, but they were outnumbered by a robust security... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2VXSGMw

Spanish Police Wrong-Footed As 25,000 Party At Madrid University

As per the Spanish media, it was the biggest such gathering since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic when large public gatherings were halted to stop the spread of the virus. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Zff713

Relatives Of Afghan Family Killed In US Strike Want Face-To-Face Apology

A top general admitted the attack was an error, and US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologised to the relatives of those killed. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2VT7T1l

France Accuses Australia, US Of "Lying" In "Crisis" Over Submarine Row

France on Saturday accused Australia and the United States of lying in a crisis over a security pact that saw Canberra scrap a contract to buy French submarines in favour of American vessels. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Zcc0Xx

Paid A "Very Heavy Price" For Siding With US In Afghanistan: Imran Khan

Imran Khan expressed his anger towards American officials who have pointed fingers at Islamabad when apportioning blame for the US failure in Afghanistan. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39xueot

"Initiated Dialogue" With Taliban For Inclusive Afghan Government: Pak PM

Imran Khan said: "I have initiated a dialogue with the Taliban for an inclusive Afghan govt to include Tajiks, Hazaras & Uzbeks". from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Z4pAMp

Outgunned And Alone: How Panjshir's Resistance Fell To The Taliban

For three days his village and the National Resistance Forces (NRF) -- a mix of Panjshiri fighters and remnants of the defeated national army -- had fired "with heavy weapons" from the rugged cliffs... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Cp9ag1

UK To Roll Out Life-Saving Covid Drug Given To Donald Trump

The treatment was used as part of the suite of experimental medicines given to Trump when he tested positive for COVID-19 last year. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ErjVk1

US Firefighters Optimistic About Saving World's Biggest Tree

Firefighters battling to protect the world's biggest tree from wildfires ravaging the parched United States said Friday they are optimistic it can be saved. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Xtf5SF

US Woman Gets 12 Years In Prison For $31 Million Coupon Fraud Scheme

An American woman who elevated counterfeiting coupons to an art was sentenced this week to 12 years in prison for causing losses of $31 million to several companies, officials said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tOfL0D

Google Pulled Russia Opposition App Under "Extraordinary Duress": Report

Google blocked new downloads of a Russian opposition voting app under "extraordinary duress," sources close to the matter said Friday, as international outrage and concern built over the decision. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Zag9LB

Taliban Sent Letter With Commitments To Protect UN Staff, Says Chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said that he received a letter from the Taliban, in which the outfit committed to protecting UN personnel working in the country and addressing issues related... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kiuldu

The moment QAnon took the person I love most

People share with the BBC the moment they knew they had lost their loved one to QAnon.

Canada election: Why it takes 30 years to buy a house in Canada

Canada's skyrocketing housing costs have become a key election issue this year.

German elections: How Angela Merkel changed her country

Young people have never known another leader, and many worry for the future as old certainties shift.

Bouteflika: Child prodigy to octogenarian leader

The former president, whose decades-long rule sparked massive protests, has died aged 84.

Mexico metro collapse: 'All I ever wanted was for my son to come home'

The mother of the youngest victim of Mexico's metro crash takes on some of the country's richest people.

"Not True": IMF Chief Denies Pro-China Pressure On World Bank Report

International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva denied allegations that she pressured World Bank staff to alter data to favor China during her time as World Bank CEO, as the IMF's executive... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XFfMrT

Afghanistan: The escape of the whirling dancer

How the only female whirling dancer in Afghanistan made it out of Kabul.

SpaceX Tourists Talk To Tom Cruise From Orbit, Give Update On Flight

Four space tourists orbiting the Earth in a SpaceX capsule at 17,500 miles per hour (28,162 kph) talked to movie star Tom Cruise on Friday and provided a live update about life aboard the spacecraft. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ClEuwe

France Recalls Ambassadors From US, Australia Over Submarines Row

France has recalled its ambassadors to the US and Australia for consultation, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian announced Friday, after Canberra ditched a deal to buy French submarines in favour of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Et4Eza

US Panel Votes No To Pfizer Covid Boosters For Ages 16 And Up

Leading US medical experts advising the government voted against recommending booster doses of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine for everyone aged 16 and up, citing concerns about potential side-effects in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2YYDIH2

Rare US Constitution Copy Tipped For $20 Million Sale At Auction

An extremely rare original copy of the American constitution, signed in 1787 in Philadelphia, will soon be auctioned with an estimated value of between $15 million and $20 million, Sotheby's announced... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kqc26t

Pele: Brazil football legend 'recovering well' says daughter

Brazilian legend Pele is "recovering well" from a recent operation, his daughter says. after media reports he had been readmitted to intensive care.

Police warn of threats ahead of right-wing rally at US Capitol

Fencing has been erected at the US Capitol to prevent chaos similar to the 6 January pro-Trump riot.

"Tragic Mistake": US Admits Drone Strike In Kabul Killed 10 Civilians

A top general admitted the United States had made a "mistake" when it launched a drone strike against suspected Islamic State militants in the Afghan capital Kabul on August 29, confirming that it... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CkHU2k

Aukus: France recalls envoys after security pact row

Envoys in the US and Australia are recalled, in reaction to a deal between Australia, the US and UK.

China Enters Taiwan Air Defence Zone A Day After Military Budget Boost

Taiwan's air force scrambled on Friday to warn away 10 Chinese aircraft that entered its air defence zone, Taiwan's defence ministry said, the day after the island announced a $9 billion boost to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Xtc04E

UK Eases Rules For Vaccinated Travellers, Some Benefit For India-UK Route

The UK government on Friday announced a major relaxation of international travel rules for vaccinated people coming in and out of England, with long-haul routes between India and the UK set to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3khMkAM

US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians

A US inquiry has found a drone strike in Kabul in late August killed 10 innocent people, a US official says.

As UK Rollouts Jabs For Children, A Study To Test Mixed Dose Schedules

A British study will look into the immune responses of children to mixed schedules of different COVID-19 vaccines as officials try to determine the best approach to second doses in adolescents given a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zkvu8J

US Approves $500 Million Helicopter Maintenance Deal For Saudis

The US State Department announced Thursday the approval of a maintenance contract worth up to $500 million for Saudi Arabia's military helicopter fleet, the first with the kingdom since Joe Biden... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zc14Wc

After Submarine Deal, Australia Agrees To Increased US Air Deployments

Australia and the United States announced expanded military cooperation on Thursday, including rotational deployments of all types of U.S. military aircraft to Australia, a day after announcing a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lrBuYm

IMF Chief Denies Altering World Bank Report To Avoid Angering China

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday disputed an independent investigation which found that in her previous job at the World Bank, she pressed staff to alter a report to avoid angering China. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kdtxXo

California fires: Blankets wrapped around world's biggest trees

Fire-resistant blankets are being wrapped around California's famous sequoia trees as a blaze closes in.

Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations

Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.

Will Of Prince Philip Will Be Sealed, Remain Private For 90 Years: Court

The will of Prince Philip, the late husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, will be sealed and remain private for at least 90 years to preserve the monarch's dignity, a judge at London's High Court has... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hEKOqW

German police arrest four over foiled Islamist synagogue attack

A 16-year-old Syrian boy was among those detained over a suspected Islamist plot, authorities say.

All-Civilian Crew "Healthy, Happy And Resting": SpaceX

SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew are "healthy, happy and resting comfortably," the company said Thursday in its first update since the pioneering mission blasted off from Cape Canaveral the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kjEczX

France Says Biden Acted Like Trump To Sink Australia Defence Deal

France accused US President Joe Biden on Thursday of stabbing it in the back and acting like his predecessor Donald Trump after Paris was pushed aside from a historic defence export contract to supply... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3CipDT7

Gen Z battles to bring back unions, one Starbucks at a time

Younger Americans are reviving US labour activism amid stagnant wages and Covid hardship.

How TikTokers took down a Texas anti-abortion site

A draconian abortion ban in Texas has Gen Z fighting its enforcement through hacktivism

Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

Brazil Seeks To Halt Teen Vaccines After 1 Death, Adverse Events

Brazil's federal government wants to halt COVID-19 vaccinations for most of the country's adolescents, citing adverse events and a death under investigation after some 3.5 million teens have already... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nApExQ

Australia Says More US Troops To Come, Eyes Missile Work

Australia said Thursday that more US troops will rotate through the island nation and that the allies will cooperate on missiles, the latest joint steps amid shared concerns over a rising China. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39c2HZl

Dutch Foreign Minister Sigrid Kaag quits over Afghanistan chaos

Sigrid Kaag is the first senior Western official to resign over the evacuation crisis last month.

Taliban Thank World For $1 Billion Aid Pledge, Urge US To Show "Heart"

The Taliban on Tuesday thanked the world for pledging hundreds of millions of dollars in emergency aid to Afghanistan, and urged the United States to show "heart" to the impoverished country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zgOOUm

Taliban Bans Women Employees From Entering Ministry In Kabul

The Taliban have barred female employees from entering the Ministry of Women Affairs in Kabul, allowing only males into the building, an employee of the ministry said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kdIKrk

US man files $1m lawsuit after Michigan teacher cuts child's hair

The US man says his daughter's rights were violated when she had her her cut without permission.

Taliban Seize Truck Carrying Weapons To Pakistan: Report

The Taliban have seized a truck loaded with arms and ammunition, which was headed to Pakistan. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EoOO8I

UK Health Service Begins COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Rollout

The UK's National Health Service (NHS) said it has started delivering COVID-19 booster vaccines to people in eligible groups of over-50s from Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XpqYck

Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate

New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.

Several Rockets Fall In Kabul: Report

Several rockets fell in one of the districts of the Afghan capital of Kabul, local media reported. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AgOPJm

6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China's Sichuan Province: Report

An earthquake of magnitude 6 jolted Luxian County of southwest China's Sichuan province on Thursday, according to China Earthquake Networks Centre (CENC). from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zhynqR

Canada election: Lytton fire puts village at centre of debate

A village in western Canada recorded the country's highest-ever temperature. The next day it was gone.

Canadian prairie ranchers struggle with drought conditions

Amid a severe drought in the Prairies, some ranchers are trying to find ways to work with nature.

Mangrove forests: Photography winners show beauty of ecosystems

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show unique ecosystems above and below the waterline.

Ros Atkins on... why people are using a horse drug

Ivermectin is being used by some to treat Covid-19, despite the benefits being unproven.

The homemakers breaking taboos on Instagram

Vasanti, Ritu and Pradnya, who have overcome huge challenges, now find joy performing on social media.

Nicki Minaj's COVID-19 Vaccine Claim Is False: Trinidad Health Minister

Trinidad and Tobago Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh on Wednesday criticized as "false" the claim by American rapper Nicki Minaj that a person on the Caribbean island suffered swollen testicles... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Emgcnv

Australia To Get US Nuclear Submarine Technology As China Looms Large

The United States, Britain and Australia said on Wednesday they would establish a security partnership for the Indo-Pacific that will involve helping Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines, as... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Z25eDJ

"They Don't Consider Us Humans": Afghan Women On Taliban Rule

"They don't consider women as humans," says Humeira Rizai, a researcher and activist from Afghanistan who fled her country along with tens of thousands of compatriots to escape the atrocities of the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39bhNyc

Alex Murdaugh: The hot shot US lawyer and the hit man

Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say a lawyer arranged a hit - on himself.

Afghanistan: Taliban deputy denies reports of leadership row in new video

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar had disappeared from view amid reports of a row between Taliban leaders.

On the trail of fake medicine smugglers in Benin

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there’s been an increase in counterfeit drugs around the world.

German Police Say They Are Responding To Possible Threat At Synagogue

Police in Germany said they had received information about a possible threat to a synagogue in the western town of Hagen and had put appropriate measures in place to deal with it. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Z0wxye

Unvaccinated Children Suffering Covid Impact, Warns US Health Agency

As more adults get their COVID-19 vaccines, children who are not yet eligible for vaccination in most countries are representing a larger percentage of hospitalizations and even deaths, the Pan... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tLdu6j

House Prices Fall By 50% In Kabul As Migration Level Rises: Report

After the Taliban's messy takeover of Afghanistan last month, the real estate prices and house rent has fallen drastically in Kabul, Tolo News reported citing real estate dealers as saying. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hBHXPl

UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact

The three nations agree to share advanced technologies, including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.

Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on

Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.

Covid-19: Pope puzzled about vaccine hesitancy in the Church

Pope Francis says most people at the Vatican are vaccinated except for a "small group".

Joe Biden Backs US Top General On Calls To China Over Trump Mental State

US President Joe Biden expressed "complete confidence" in the United States' top general after revelations that he spoke to his Chinese counterpart twice amid concerns about then-president Donald... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nChrJm

Pope Says Abortion Is Murder, Urges "Pastoral" Approach

Pope Francis said on Wednesday that abortion was "murder" but, asked about US bishops threatening to deny holy communion to President Joe Biden, said the Church should generally avoid taking a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3zdlyOq

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Featured On TIME's 100 Influencer List

Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan on Wednesday graced the cover of Time magazine's annual 100 most influential people in the world issue. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XoQfTe

New York To Offer Covid Vaccination, Testing To All Attending UN Session

As world leaders arrive to attend the annual UN General Assembly session next week amid coronavirus pandemic, New York City will have in place facilities that will offer COVID-19 vaccination and... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Ca43jC

Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown

Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.

Biden Failed To Secure Summit With China's Xi In Call Last Week: Report

President Joe Biden proposed a first face-to-face summit with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, in a call last week, but failed to secure an agreement, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kbebm5

Canada's Justin Trudeau Tries To Link Main Rival To Alberta Covid Surge

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday sought to link his main election rival to a worsening COVID-19 crisis in the western province of Alberta, where the health system is struggling to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kbbNvD

Delta Wave May Peak Soon In US But Virus Expected To Become Endemic

The latest coronavirus wave in the United States driven by the Delta variant could soon peak, but experts warn against complacency and expect the virus will be part of everyday life for years to come. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3Ce5MEE

Pele Leaves ICU After Surgery To Remove Suspected Tumor

Brazilian football legend Pele left the intensive care unit of a Sao Paulo hospital on Tuesday after undergoing surgery for a suspected colon tumor. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3liqqws

Dubious Of Donald Trump's Sanity, US General Secretly Dialled China: Book

The top US general was so worried in early January that Donald Trump was out of control that he took secret action to prevent the outgoing president from sparking a war with China, according to a new... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3kaHXHJ

Dramatic body camera video shows Wichita fire rescue

Body camera video shows firefighters rushing into a burning flat complex to save trapped residents.

Hushpuppi - the Instagram influencer and international fraudster

How Nigerian Ramon Abbas went from a romance scammer to a so-called "Billionaire Gucci Master".

Canada federal election: Canadians want reconciliation. Will the election deliver?

The issue that seized Canadians for much of the summer has mostly been absent on the campaign trail.

Russian elections: How democratic are they?

Ahead of this week's elections many opposition candidates have been prevented from running.

Pakistan: How to cool Karachi as temperatures rise

In Karachi, Pakistan, one entrepreneur is on a mission to plant urban forests to cope with rising temperatures.

Comedian Norm MacDonald dead at 61 from cancer

The Canadian comic was best known for presenting a news parody on Saturday Night Live in the 1990s.

US Enquires For India's 'Over-The-Horizon' Capability For Afghanistan

A powerful American lawmaker has sought to explore the possibility of over-the-horizon capabilities in northwest India for counter terrorism capabilities in Afghanistan, which is now being ruled by... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hx43CB

Democrats Say "Tax The Rich," But Their Plan May Fall Short

"The time is now for childcare, healthcare, and climate action for all. Tax the Rich," Ocasio-Cortez wrote on Instagram along with a photo of the white off-the-shoulder dress she said she had... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39m8VGl

Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record.

Apple iPhone 13 brings portrait mode for video

The portrait-mode style video setting can pull focus on its subjects automatically.

Hundreds March In Kandahar To Protest Against Taliban Evictions

Hundreds of protesters from a neighbourhood populated by former Afghan army servicemen marched in Kandahar Tuesday against plans by the Taliban to evict them from their homes. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3AaY1yU

Afghanistan: Taliban leaders in bust-up at presidential palace, sources say

Taliban officials say the group's co-founder left Kabul after an argument over the interim government.

Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing.

Spain targets energy firms as European bills surge

Bills are spiralling in several countries and Spain agrees emergency measures to help consumers.

Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs shaped fortunes of snakes

Snakes owe their success in part to the asteroid impact that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.

Fashion house in backlash over 'racist' $1,190 sweatpants

Critics say the $1,190 pants, which come with a built-in pair of boxer shorts, rip off US hip hop culture.

Why even giant ships can't solve the shipping crisis

A shortage of vessels is hampering global trade and may lead to empty shelves before Christmas.

World War Two: The forgotten Indian soldiers of Dunkirk

Some 300 Indian soldiers were evacuated from the coast of France during a pivotal moment in World War Two.

Amazon's Cape Town base: The battle to save South African culture

Some indigenous groups say the planned office in Cape Town is on culturally important land.

Life at 50C: The toxic gas flares fuelling Nigeria's climate change

Joy and her family are among 2m Nigerians living within 4km of a gas flare in Nigeria's oil-rich south.

China's coronavirus-fuelled surfing boom

Covid travel restrictions that have limited foreign travel have led to a boom in surfing in China.

Will Bring Back Extinct Woolly Mammoth, Claims Bioscience Firm

It is the elephant in the genomics room: can extinct species be resurrected? One bioscience firm insists they can, announcing Monday its intent to use emerging technology to restore the woolly mammoth... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tBXIdZ

Facebook Exempts VIPs From Some Of Its Rules: Report

Facebook exempts certain celebrities, politicians and other high-profile users from some its own rules for posts as part of a program launched as a quality-control mechanism, the Wall Street Journal... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3k5shpe

Joe Biden To Speak At UN General Assembly On September 21: White House

US President Joe Biden will travel to New York City on September 21 to address the United Nations General Assembly, the White House said Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3llHW31

Megapod of feeding humpback whales 'so special'

A megapod of over 100 humpback whales has been filmed feeding off Australia's New South Wales coast.

Russia election: Opposition crushed ahead of managed polls

Exiled or disqualified, opposition voices warn of a government stitch-up in this week’s elections.

German election: Hunger strikers want greater action on climate change

Six young people say they won't end their hunger strike until the leading candidates meet them.

Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

The rare Indian swimming camels under threat

India's unique Kharai camels can swim in the sea. But their habitat is slowly disappearing.

US Will Assess Pak Ties Over Afghanistan's Future: Antony Blinken

The United States will be looking at its relationship with Pakistan in the coming weeks, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday, to formulate what role Washington would want it play in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2VHH7Jc

England To Offer Covid Vaccines For 12-15 Age Category

All 12- to 15-year-olds in England will be offered a COVID-19 vaccine after top medical advisers said on Monday that children would benefit from reduced disruption to their education. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lkBo4I

Fully Vaccinated People Account For Only 1% Of Covid Deaths: UK Data

People who were fully vaccinated against COVID-19 accounted for only 1 per cent of all deaths involving coronavirus in England in the first half of this year, new official figures show on Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hpY2aI

Biden To Host PM Modi, Other Quad Leaders On September 24: White House

US President Joe Biden will host a first in-person summit of leaders of the "Quad" countries - Australia, India, Japan and the United States - next week, the White House said on Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3EhPYmq

Fake Walmart news release claimed it would accept cryptocurrency

A news story claiming Walmart would accept cryptocurrency Litecoin was fabricated, the retail giant says.

Afghan women hit back at Taliban with #DoNotTouchMyClothes campaign

Afghan women show off their traditional dress as black burqas spread under the Taliban.

Man arrested with bayonet and machete near US Capitol

Police say the man claimed to be "on patrol" and talked about white supremacy when he was arrested.

Nepal Government Issues Nipah Alert After Outbreak Detected In Kerala

Nepal government today sounded an alert against the possible spread of Nipah virus, found in neighbouring India. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lk2nNZ

Afghan Women Should Not Work Alongside Men, Says Senior Taliban Figure

Afghan women should not be allowed to work alongside men, a senior figure in the ruling Taliban said, a position which, if formally implemented, would effectively bar them from employment in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/390iSsK

Boris Johnson To Visit US, Hold Talks With Joe Biden This Month: Report

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will attempt to patch up Britains frayed relationship with US President Joe Biden's administration at a White House meeting between the two leaders this month, The... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2VzejSW

UN Seeks $600 Million To Avert Humanitarian Crisis In Afghanistan

The United Nations is convening an aid conference in Geneva on Monday in an effort to raise more than $600 million for Afghanistan, warning of a humanitarian crisis there following the Taliban... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XhDXfK

British American Tobacco negotiated bribe for Mugabe, new evidence suggests

Documents reveal British American Tobacco’s role in bribery and spying in southern Africa.

Spain fire: Thousands flee blaze near Costa del Sol town

Almost 2,000 people have left their homes as the military joins efforts to contain the flames.

Britney Spears announces engagement to Sam Asghari

The singer, who is fighting a legal battle over her conservatorship, met fiancé Sam Asghari in 2016.

India appointed three top women judges. Is it too early to celebrate?

Appointment of three women to India's Supreme Court is being hailed as a "historic moment".

Britain Urges Net Zero Global Shipping Emissions By 2050

Britain, host of this year's COP26 climate change summit, called Monday for net zero global shipping emissions by 2050 and the launch of non-polluting commercial vessels by 2025. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/390sNye

4 Killed As Russian Passenger Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Siberia

Four people were killed when a small Russian passenger plane with 14 passengers and two crew on board made an emergency landing in a forest in southeastern Siberia on Sunday, the emergency ministry... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lldOom

Hundreds Protest In Brazil Against Jair Bolsonaro, Demand His Impeachment

Several hundred Brazilians protested against President Jair Bolsonaro and demanded his impeachment in Sunday demonstrations called by conservative groups, days after a massive mobilization supporting... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3A8pMYD

Canada election: What is your 'ballot box' issue?

Three voters tell the BBC what issues are at stake and who they are voting for.

More than 220 environment and land rights activists killed in record year

More than 220 environment and land rights activists were murdered last year, according to a report.

The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

Kenyan influencers paid to take 'guerrilla warfare’ online

Shadowy financiers are closing down a once democratic space on Twitter for political debate in Kenya.

The first hate-crime attack after 9/11

The story of the first American to be killed in the backlash - a turbaned Sikh man in Arizona.

"Deeply Concerned" About Alleged Saudi Torture: US House Speaker

US Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi said on Sunday she was "deeply concerned" about the alleged torture of a Saudi aid worker while in detention in Saudi Arabia. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XfhCiz

South Africa Announces 'Vaccine Passport' Plans, Eases Covid Curbs

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday announced plans to introduce COVID-19 "vaccine passports" amid widespread scepticism of the jab, ahead of an easing of movement restrictions this... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3E93cSj

North Korea Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missile: Report

North Korea carried out successful long-range cruise missile tests over the weekend, its state media, KCNA, said on Monday, amid a protracted standoff with the United States over denuclearisation. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3z5etiK

Iran Agreement With Nuclear Watchdog Raises Hopes For New Talks With US

The UN atomic watchdog reached an agreement with Iran on Sunday to solve "the most urgent issue" between them, the overdue servicing of monitoring equipment to keep it running, raising hopes of fresh... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3926Wqg

Match crowd catches falling cat in a flag

The cat used one of its nine lives at the American football match in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Southeastern China Reports New Coronavirus Outbreak

China's southeastern Fujian province on Sunday registered 20 new COVID-19 cases, the National Health Commission (NHC) said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lgswgC

Afghan Pilots Leaving For UAE Amid Taliban Pressure To Return: Report

US-trained Afghan pilots and other personnel held in an Uzbek camp for about a month began leaving the country on Sunday, one of the pilots told Reuters, under a U.S. deal that came despite Taliban... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3z4YQYC

Qatar Foreign Minister Visits Kabul, Meets Taliban-Appointed PM: Reports

Qatari foreign minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani visited Afghanistan's capital Kabul on Sunday and met Taliban-appointed Prime Minister Mullah Muhammad Hassan Akhund, Doha-based news... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lnZnQK

Yes Sir, I Can Boogie singer dies aged 69

María Mendiola, one of the members of the duo Baccara, has died in Madrid at the age of 69.

ISI Chief Meets With Intel Heads Of China, Others On Afghanistan: Report

Pakistan's ISI chief on Saturday hosted a key security meeting of intelligence heads of regional countries, including China, on the evolving situation in Afghanistan, according to media reports. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3A4S4n9

Israel Recaptures Four Of Six Palestinians Who Fleed From Jail

Israel has recaptured four of the six Palestinian militants who escaped from a high-security prison earlier this week in one of the most daring breakouts in the country's history, police said... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2XfOisN

Pope to meet Hungary's populist leader Orban

The meeting is expected to highlight differences over Mr Orban's anti-immigrant policies.

One Of The Last US Marines Killed In Afghanistan Returns Home

US Marine Sergeant Johanny Rosario returned to her hometown in Massachusetts in a casket on Saturday, one of the last American soldiers killed in Afghanistan during a war set in motion exactly two... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2YEKTE8

Small Decline In Covid Cases In Australia's Victoria State

Australia's second most populous state said on Sunday daily COVID-19 infections fell slightly. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nq3fD6

'Armed Drone' Attack On Iraq Airport, Near US Consulate

Armed drones attacked Arbil international airport, which lies near the US consulate in this northern Iraq city, Kurdish security forces said in a statement Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/390wZ12

Resistance Leader Ahmad Massoud Still In Afghanistan: Report

Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the Afghan resistance forces, has not left Afghanistan, Iranian news agency FARS reported on Saturday citing a source. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2X8CPvb

British teenager Raducanu storms to US Open title

Emma Raducanu ends Britain's 44-year wait for a women's Grand Slam singles champion as she beats Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open.

Why are there food queues in Sri Lanka?

With a weak economy and worsening Covid-19 situation, a food emergency has been declared in the country.

Keeping up with the Californians: Recall vote 2021

A ragtag bunch of 46 challengers hope voters will remove the governor and let them run California.

Nigeria's kidnap crisis: Letters replace phones

The latest tactic to tackle kidnapping gangs is to cut off mobiles and the internet.

IT Firm Offers To Help Texas Employees Relocate After Abortion Law

The IT giant Salesforce has offered to help relocate its employees working in Texas, following the passage of a restrictive abortion law in the conservative US state. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3npocyb

Taliban Lying, No Relationship With Their Government: France

The Taliban are lying and France will not have any relationship with its newly-formed government, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said late on Saturday before heading for talks in Qatar on Sunday... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3yZggFT

Venice Film Festival: Abortion drama wins top prize

Audrey Diwan's Happening is set in 1960s France but comes amid debate over strict new laws in Texas.

Over 120,000 Join Protests Against 'Health Passes' In France

More than 120,000 people demonstrated across France on Saturday, according to official figures, to protest the coronavirus health passes they say discriminate against the unvaccinated. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ldlhWM

Joe Biden Defends Afghanistan Pullout On 9/11 Attacks Anniversary

President Joe Biden, speaking unexpectedly during a visit to the Pennsylvania site of one of the 9/11 plane crashes, again defended the widely criticized withdrawal from Afghanistan. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nlTWUU

Families and leaders mark 20th anniversary of 9/11

Commemorations have taken place on the 20th anniversary of the 11 September attacks.

US remembers 20th anniversary of 9/11

Ceremonies are held in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania to mark the lives lost 20 years ago.

Air India Express: Deadly plane crash blamed on human error

Failure to follow procedures contributed to last year's crash at Calicut airport, investigators say.

'Inept Biden Admin': Trump Slams Afghan Withdrawal On 9/11 Anniversary

Former US President Donald Trump used the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks to slam the "inept administration" of Joe Biden for its "incompetence" over the Afghan withdrawal in a video message on... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3k4UXyK

Brother Of Sikh Man Killed In 9/11 Hate Attack Shares Message Of Unity

Sikhs have always stood up for justice for everyone and respecting people of different colour, creed and gender will be a big honour to Balbir Singh Sodhi, the first victim of hate following the 9/11... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hHRHYz

As Commercial Flights Resume, Departing Afghans Emotionally Conflicted

Around 150 passengers, mostly Afghans with dual citizenships, departed Kabul on a Qatar Airways flight Friday evening in a tense and emotional return to their home countries following the Taliban's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lfXepZ

UK's Prince Andrew Served With Legal Papers In US Sex Abuse Lawsuit

Britain's Prince Andrew has been served legal papers in a US lawsuit brought by a woman who says he sexually abused her when she was a teenager, a court filing showed Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hjFx80

Afghanistan: BBC catches up with Afghan journalist who fled Kabul

Wahida Faizi spoke to a reporter in August saying she feared the Taliban would kill her for her work.

All of Disney's 2021 movies to debut exclusively in cinemas

All films set to come out 2021 will be released in cinemas, handing a boost to struggling venues.

Ethiopia: The country where a year lasts 13 months

Five things you may not know about Ethiopia's unique calendar and cultural heritage.

Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

9/11 anniversary: Left without a parent after that day

How the terror attacks affected those whose parents died or were injured in the attacks.

September 11: The heroes of the forgotten maritime rescue mission

On 11 September, 2001, nearly 500,000 people were evacuated by boat from southern Manhattan.

32 More US Citizens, Permanent Residents Leave Afghanistan: White House

Another 32 US citizens or permanent residents left Afghanistan with Washington's support on Friday, the White House said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tuErei

Afghan Economic Meltdown Would Be "Gift For Terrorists": UN Chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed on Friday for an injection of cash into Afghanistan to avoid an economic meltdown that would spark a "catastrophic" situation for the Afghan people and... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tvhLuz

US Climate Envoy To Travel To India On September 12: State Department

US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to India from September 12-14 "to discuss efforts to raise global climate ambition and speed India's clean energy transition," the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3txTJiu

Pele Remains In ICU After Surgery, Says He's Feeling "A Little Better"

Brazilian football legend Pele remains in intensive care but is making a satisfactory recovery after undergoing surgery for a suspected colon tumor, his doctors said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/38VqyMX

On 20th Anniversary Of 9/11 Attacks, British PM Boris Johnson's Message

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Friday the perpetrators of the September 11, 2001 attacks failed to destroy Western values, in a video message for the 20th anniversary of 9/11. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3lbbdNT

Measles Cases Force US To Suspend Afghan Refugee Flights

Flights bringing Afghan refugees to the United States have been suspended after four cases of measles were detected among recent arrivals, the White House said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/38ULZ0s

Joe Biden, Xi Jinping Discuss Probe Into Origins Of Covid: White House

US President Joe Biden discussed the investigation into the origins of COVID-19 during a call on Thursday with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, according to the White House. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3E5w9hS

Agnès Buzyn: France ex-health minister under investigation

Former health minister Agnès Buzyn is investigated for "endangering lives" after leaving her role.

Two of six Palestinian prison escapees recaptured - Israel

A manhunt was launched after six inmates tunnelled out of a prison in northern Israel on Monday.

South Africa Vaccinates 2,000 Children In Trial Of Chinese Vaccine

South Africa on Friday joined the international Phase 3 clinical trials of China's Sinovac Biotech COVID-19 vaccine for those aged between 6 months and 17 years, with first of the 2,000 children... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3laD29a

Canadian teen Leylah Fernandez fights for glory

The 19-year-old was ranked 73rd in the world, but now has a shot at winning the US Open

Alpha Condé: Guinea's ousted president in good health, Ecowas says

West African envoys meet Alpha Condé, who was detained during a coup last week.

At Least 20 Dead In Myanmar As Junta Troops Clash With Ruling Military

At least 20 people have been killed in fighting between militias and Myanmar's ruling military, a witness and local media said on Friday, in the worst violence since opponents of the junta called this... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2X8dtwW

Russia Summons US Ambassador Over Alleged Interference In Election

Russia's foreign ministry said Friday it summoned US ambassador John Sullivan over election interference as the country is set to hold parliamentary polls later this month. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3E29zH7

Many In Taliban's De Facto Admin On UN Sanctions List: Afghan Envoy

Many members in the "de facto" Taliban administration in Afghanistan, including the prime minister and foreign minister, are designated by the UN, and the Security Council needs to decide steps on the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hnXrGF

Pakistan Facing "Crisis Of Its Own Making" In Afghanistan: Think Tank

As the Taliban and other outfits begin to consolidate their position in Afghanistan, post US exit from there, experts say that Pakistan is starting to face the effects of the "crisis of its own... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3C0ssIx

9/11 anniversary: How the world reacted to terror attacks

Two decades on, four people from around the world reflect on that day, and what's changed since.

Austria man kept dead mother in cellar for pension, police say

The suspect is said to have "mummified" the corpse in order to continue receiving her pension.

Africa's week in pictures: 3 - 9 September 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

11 September 2001: The conspiracy theories still spreading after 20 years

Conspiracy theories about 9/11 continue to gain traction online, two decades after the attacks.

LIVE Updates: UN Warns Afghanistan Needs Money To Prevent Total Breakdown

The UN warned that the freezing of billions of dollars in Afghan assets to keep them out of Taliban hands would inevitably spark "a severe economic downturn" and could push millions more Afghans into... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hl78FD

Crazy love: Behind China's crackdown on K-pop and other fan clubs

Chinese authorities have made it clear that they are not tolerant of overzealous celebrity fans.

Elizabeth Holmes: Has the Theranos scandal changed Silicon Valley?

Could a Theranos scandal happen again or has Silicon Valley learnt its lesson?

'I'll be at front of queue to change my slave name'

Descendants of African slaves welcome a Dutch city's decision to scrap fees for changing names.

Afghanistan: What has changed in 20 years

Women's education and independent media have been the success stories, but all this might change now.

Afghanistan crisis: Five lessons learned (or not) since 9/11

Some fatal mistakes have undermined the fight against terror, says the BBC's Frank Gardner.

Amazon.Com To Cut Cost Of COVID-19 PCR Test Kits

Amazon.com said it will cut the cost of its direct-to-consumer COVID-19 PCR Test Collection kit to $36.99, a $3 price reduction. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2X1mcRA

Google To Replenish 20% More Water Than It Uses By 2030

Alphabet Inc's Google aims to replenish 20% more water than its offices and data centers use by 2030, the company said on Thursday, addressing concerns about water-guzzling tech facilities amid record... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3jYgGs7

The rare Indian swimming camels under threat

India's unique Kharai camels can swim in the sea. But their habitat is slowly disappearing.

Hoaxes, myths and conspiracies: How the internet distorted 9/11

Days after the attacks on 11 September 2001, the internet was rife with fake claims of what happened.

Joe Biden Slams 'Minority' Preventing US From Overcoming Covid

President Joe Biden on Thursday blamed vaccine hesitant Americans for preventing the United States from overcoming the Covid pandemic. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3jY89FB

UN Says Taliban-Led Afghanistan Needs Funds To Avoid Collapse

A UN envoy on Thursday urged the world to keep money flowing into Afghanistan despite concerns over the Taliban government, warning the already poor country could otherwise suffer a historic... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3E593YE

Joe Biden Ramps Up Vaccine Mandates For Millions In Covid Battle

The White House ramped up Covid-19 vaccine and testing mandates in a campaign due to be outlined by President Joe Biden that will affect some 100 million people, including employees at many private... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3hln9eG

US Says Taliban "Businesslike And Professional" In Afghan Evacuation

The United States on Thursday praised the Taliban as businesslike and cooperative in facilitating the first evacuation of Americans from Afghanistan since the US military withdrawal. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3yTSQBL

Biden administration sues Texas over restrictive abortion law

The Texas law effectively bans abortions from as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.

Hong Kong: Police raid Tiananmen Square museum

The raid comes a day after four members of the group that ran the venue were arrested.

Genesis: Tour ‘putting it to bed’ after 54 years

The singer is returning on tour with Genesis despite ongoing health problems.

First Evacuation Flight From Kabul Since US Exit Lands In Doha