Bangladesh: Political violence grips country as election looms
A rejuvenated main opposition has intensified protests ahead of general elections in January.
1970-01-01 08:00
US strikes Syria bases used by Iran-linked groups
It follows a series of recent attacks on US bases in Iraq and Syria by Iranian-backed militia, officials say.
1970-01-01 08:00
Carnival cruise firm pays thousands over Covid 'negligence'
An Australian judge orders Carnival to pay medical bills of passenger who caught Covid on board one of its ships.
1970-01-01 08:00
Shavkat Mirziyoyev: Why is reformist Uzbek leader arresting bloggers?
Shavkat Mirziyoyev came into power promising to bring in an era of free speech.
1970-01-01 08:00
Zambia ex-President Edgar Lungu banned from 'political' jogging
Police tell Edgar Lungu to stop his runs alongside supporters as they amount to "political activism".
1970-01-01 08:00
Bangladesh jails activists for 2003 report on security force killings
Adilur Rahman Khan and Nasiruddin Elan had the charges hanging over their heads for 10 years.
1970-01-01 08:00
Mongolia country profile
Provides an overview of Mongolia, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Zambia-Egypt plane seizure: The cash and fake gold that no-one is claiming
Mystery surrounds a plane from Egypt loaded with money, fake gold and guns that was seized in Zambia.
1970-01-01 08:00
Uzbekistan country profile
Provides an overview of Uzbekistan, including key events and facts about this central Asian country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Listeria outbreak: Three die after drinking contaminated milkshakes
Health officials trace the bacteria to ice cream machines at a popular burger chain in Washington.
1970-01-01 08:00
Afghanistan country profile
Provides an overview of Afghanistan, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Israel judicial reform: Why is the country in turmoil?
Israel is in the throes of one of the biggest domestic crises in its history - here's why.
1970-01-01 08:00