French uproar over magazine's portrayal of Black politician as slave
A French right-wing magazine has sparked outrage over an illustration published in its most recent issue depicting the Black politician Danièle Obono as an 18th century slave.
Top intelligence office informs congressional committees it'll no longer brief in-person on election security
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence has informed the House and Senate Select Committees on Intelligence that it'll no longer ..
India sets world's highest single-day rise in coronavirus cases
India on Sunday set a new virus record when it reported 78,761 new infections in 24 hours, according to health ministry figures..
At least 29 dead in China restaurant collapse
The number of people killed when a restaurant in northern China collapsed has climbed to 29, state media said Sunday, with efforts to find survivors brought to a close.
Enforced disappearance goes unabated
Enforced disappearance goes unabated with the law enforcement agencies reportedly enjoying impunity, victims keeping silent on return..
Family appeals for permanent release of Khaleda
Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaleda Zia’s family has submitted an appeal to the government for her permanent release..
Holy Ashura being observed
Muslim devotees are observing Holy Ashura on Sunday, commemorating the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), with due religious fervour and solemnity.
Fresh off convention, Trump launches baseless attack on Kamala Harris
President Donald Trump told supporters at his campaign rally on Friday night that Sen. Kamala Harris isn't competent enough..
Europe's fight against Covid-19 shifts from hospitals to the streets
At first, the front line of Europe's fight against the Covid-19 pandemic was fought in hospitals by overstretched health care workers.
In authoritarian China, eating freely is a cherished activity. Now a food waste campaign wants to control meals, too
A call from Beijing to reduce food waste has sent officials and businesses scrambling to find ways to stop people from ordering too much,..
