Half of Europe on track to catch Omicron, world economy at risk
The WHO's regional director for Europe Hans Kluge described a "new west-to-east tidal wave sweeping across" the region.
Australia lists Hezbollah as 'terrorist organisation'
No reason was given for the timing of the move, which comes as Lebanon reels from spiralling political and economic crises.
Poland likens border crisis to Cold War destabilisation
Polish media say at least 11 migrants have died since the crisis began over the summer.
Would-be immigrants see hope in re-opened US border
While Biden has not talked about Trump's border "wall", he is nevertheless at pains not to appear soft.
Meet the finfluencers: TikTok's investment gurus
The trend towards financial self-education is helping to bust stereotypes.
G20 disappoints on key climate target as eyes turn to Glasgow
The G20 nations between them emit nearly 80 percent of carbon emissions
Panama, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic want US to curb Haitian migration
The leaders insisted on the need to involve the United States and the United Nations in a push for investment in Haiti
Duchess Kate had secret meeting with TV boss while study reveals she comes from family line of 'real poverty'
Research reveals that Kate's family line had some aristocrats as well, including countesses and earls and even a Prime Minister.
UK vows new pandemic support for workers
Protesters at the conference in Manchester, northwest England, accused the Conservatives of abandoning the poor.
Queen Elizabeth II 'hurt' over Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's NYC visit
"I can't imagine the Royal family will be pleased with the UN speaking to them about world issues."
UN head says world must change food priorities to save planet
Guterres noted that three billion people cannot afford a healthy diet.
Prince Harry makes first public appearance since Lilibet's birth at polo match
The Duke of Sussex was able to raise nearly $3.5 million for his co-founded Sentebale charity.
Death toll in massive Haiti quake jumps to over 1,200
The United States and other nations have pledged to help Haiti cope with this latest disaster.
Death toll in South Africa unrest climbs to 72 as violence spreads
The armed forces were sending 2,500 soldiers to help the overwhelmed police.
Kamala Harris to visit US-Mexico border under immigration scrutiny
The White House did not provide details on Harris's border plans, saying specifics would be forthcoming.
ICRC chief urges EU to respect refugee law
The most dramatic scenes happened six years ago, when many asylum-seekers streamed out of Syria
US VP Harris lashed over migration crisis after first international trip
Harris arrived Sunday in Guatemala, where she levelled a firm warning to would-be migrants: "Do not come" to the United States.
Indian economy contracted by record 7.3% in 2020-21
India's economy was in the throes of a prolonged slowdown even before Covid-19 struck, but the pandemic untraveled years of gains.
Trudeau pledges 'concrete action' after mass indigenous student grave found
Official records showed only 50 deaths at the school, where a principal once pleaded for more funds to properly feed students.
Canada mourns 215 children after remains found at indigenous school
Ottawa formally apologized in 2008 for what the commission later termed a "cultural genocide"
Assad dismisses critics as Syria votes to extend his grip on power
In the last multi-candidate poll in 2014, Assad won 88 percent of the vote.
Prince William refuses to acknowledge Martin Bashir apology on Princess Diana interview
The journalist said he "never wanted to harm" the Princess of Wales with the Panorama interview.
Bill Gates scrutiny increases after Microsoft affair surfaces
The focus on Gates comes amid heightened scrutiny of sexual harassment and misconduct in the tech sector and the #MeToo movement.
UK Health Service under pressure despite pandemic promises
Even before the global health crisis hit, the NHS was already under severe strain.
Meghan Markle shares hope for her baby girl in VAX Live concert speech
"When we think of her, we think of all the other families around the globe who must be given the ability and support to lead us forward," the Duchess of Sussex said.
Bill and Melinda Gates divorce: What happens to their charity foundation?
Their separation could set the record for the largest divorce settlement to date given the Gates empire is worth over $100 billion.
The global economic response to climate change: What's the plan?
Backed by the United Nations, the Green Climate Fund is intended to transfer funds from wealthy countries to poorer nations at risk of climate change.
Massive increase of migrant children at Mexico-US border: UNICEF
Mexican authorities are recording an average of 275 new migrant children a day waiting to cross into the United States.
Peru votes as Covid-19 body count mounts
Just over 25 million Peruvians are expected to turn out to vote just days after the country of 33 million people reported a daily record of 314 coronavirus deaths.
First tweet fetches $2.9 million at auction
The short tweet was sent March 21, 2006 by the Twitter co-founder and chief, who said he would donate the money from its sale to charity.