Trapped China miners ask for rice porridge, sausages
At least 12 of the 22 workers have been located, but the whereabouts of the others remains unknown.
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In Myanmar’s Rakhine, families of the disappeared seek answers
The families of 18 people taken by the military last March are still waiting for news of their loved ones - and justice.
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COVID vaccinations begin in Brazil’s hard-hit Amazonas state
Health system in state capital Manaus is near collapse amid surge in infections and dwindling oxygen supplies.
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Biden’s top cabinet nominees promise break from Trump world view
Secretary of State nominee Antony Blinken says US to end support for Saudi-led forces in Yemen, renew Iran nuclear deal.
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Kamala Harris: Vice president and Democratic Party heir apparent?
Harris will make history on Wednesday and will be closely watched as the possible future of the Democratic Party.
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YouTube extends Trump ban over fears of US inauguration violence
YouTube said it will not terminate Trump's account unless he violates the service's policies three times in 90 days.
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US prosecutors say militia members conspired in Capitol riot
Three people linked to a far-right US militia group are facing federal charges in relation to deadly riot at US Capitol.
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Parler moves to hosting service owned by Russians after ban
Parler was dropped by big tech companies after it was used by members to incite violence at the US Capitol.
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On last full day in office, Trump grants Arctic drilling leases
Leaseholders would still need to seek permits from the Biden administration before any wells could be drilled.
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Trump, in farewell address, says movement ‘only just beginning’
On his final full day in office, US President Donald Trump hails the 'achievements' of his 'America First' platform.
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In war-weary CAR, humanitarian crisis deepens amid fresh violence
Concerns grow as surge in fighting displaces more than 100,000 in a country reeling from years of insecurity.
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Trump administration imposes Venezuelan oil-related sanctions
The US Treasury targeted three individuals, 14 entities and six vessels for alleged ties to a network helping PDVSA.
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Twelve National Guard troops pulled from inauguration
Their removal comes as the FBI works to vet all 25,000 National Guard troops for Joe Biden's inauguration Wednesday.
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US deaths from COVID-19 surpass 400,000 as Trump leaves office
Joe Biden, on eve of inauguration, says 'to heal, we must remember' those who died in pandemic.
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Swiss open money-laundering probe of Lebanon’s central bank
The investigation is the latest blow of confidence to Lebanon’s crippled financial system.
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Top US Republican says Trump ‘provoked’ Capitol mob
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell says Trump supporters who stormed the Capitol were ‘fed lies’.
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Biden intel chief nominee vows to release Khashoggi murder report
Avril Haines says she will comply with law and release full report on who killed Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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US ‘terrorist’ designation of Yemen’s Houthis comes into effect
US Treasury Department releases limited exemptions to designation, but aid group says measure is 'not a panacea'.
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How will Democrats’ control of an evenly-divided Senate work?
While Democrats will have some advantages controlling the 50-50 Senate, their majority could also be quite complicated.
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Iran imposes sanctions on Trump, senior US officials
The sanctions include a travel ban and a freeze of financial assets they may hold in Iran.
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Pillow talk: Brands cut ties with My Pillow CEO, a Trump loyalist
My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell has repeated baseless claims that the US 2020 election was fraudulent and Donald Trump won.
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Bayern to face Al Ahly or Al Duhail in Club World Cup
German side looking to add the FIFA title to the five trophies they won in 2020.
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Trump administration says China committed Uighur ‘genocide’
The move on the last day of Trump's term, has no immediate effect but is likely to further strain ties with China.
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Child dies as heavy rains turn Syria IDP camps into ‘lakes’
Tens of thousands of people affected by devastating floods, with many forced to sleep in open air after tents damaged.
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In Pictures: Troops, riot fencing and razor wire in Washington DC
A total 25,000 National Guard soldiers are surveilling the city as preparations are made for Joe Biden's inauguration.
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