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Germany’s Zverev beats top seed Murray in Australian Open
Germany’s Mischa Zverev has knocked Andy Murray, the world number one, out of the Australian Open. Zverev is ranked 50th in the world.German tennis player Mischa Zverev on Sunday beat Britain’s Andy Murray 7-5 5-7 6-2 6-4 to remove the world number one from the Australia Open in an exciting match in the Rod Laver …
Dozens killed in south India train crash
More than 30 people have been killed after a passenger train derailed in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
Military police gain precarious control after Brazil prison chaos
Security forces have managed to separate rival drug gangs at Alacuz prison near Natal. The facility has seen a week of violent rioting that has killed dozens
Turkish parliament approves constitutional reform, expanded powers for Erdogan
Turkey’s parliament has narrowly approved a controversial constitutional reform package, which aims to empower the office of the presidency. The parliamentary approval paves the way for a referendum on the measures.
Trump quick off the mark to target Obama’s health care system
New US President Donald Trump has begun his term in office by signing measures to undermine his predecessor’s legacy. His assumption of power has meanwhile triggered protests at home and far abroad.
Mattis, Kelly confirmed as cabinet picks
The former Marine general easily secured enough votes to become US President Donald Trump’s defense secretary.
Trump’s inauguration draws passionate turnout from all camps
Whether protesting or showing support, the unique nature of Donald Trump’s rise to the presidency was the driving force for people to attend his inauguration.
President Trump promises ‘America first’
Donald Trump has been sworn in as US president.
Ousted Gambia President Jammeh to stand down, Adama Barrow takes power
After days of crisis talks and a miltary incursion, Yahya Jammeh has finally ceded power.
Turkey softens stance towards Bashar al-Assad in Syria settlement
Turkey has softened its stance towards Syrian President Bashar al-Assad over reaching a settlement to end the conflict.
Iran’s oldest high-rise tower collapses in fire
The 17-story Plasco building in central Tehran has collapsed after a fire engulfed its top floors. Although the building was evacuated, dozens of emergency responders are feared trapped under the rubble.
In final press call, Obama says Israel-Palestine status quo ‘unsustainable’
US president Barack Obama gave his final press conference, making comments on Israel and Palestine. He also reviewed press freedom and his last decisions taken in office
Banks could pull staff out of London post-Brexit
Major financial institutions have announced plans to move staff to the European continent and the US due to Brexit. The relocation will hit London hard, but the extent of the effect depends on the negotiation outcomes.One day after British Prime Minister Theresa May confirmed that Great Britain will indeed leave the European Union’s (EU) single …
Germany raises defense spending as it demands clear agenda from US
German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has called on the US to clarify its foreign policy agenda.
Austrian defense minister announces new plans to strengthen border controls
Austrian Defense Minister Hans-Peter Doskozil has called for new measures to slow the flow of migrants into Austria.
African troops deploy to Gambian border as pressure mounts for President Jammeh to step down
African forces are preparing to enter Gambia after President Yahya Jammeh refused to step down. Jammeh has ignored a midnight deadline to leave office and honor the results of a December election.
Colombia to begin peace talks with rebel group ELN
Colombia’s president has said talks will be held between the government and the country’s last active rebel group, ELN.
CIA makes 12 million declassified pages available online
The CIA has made about 930,000 declassified documents, totaling some 12 million pages, available online.
Several dead after shooting at prosecutor’s office in Mexico
A new shooting in Mexico’s Caribbean region has left several people dead.
Woman who accused Trump of sexual misconduct files defamation suit against him
A woman who claimed US President-elect Donald Trump kissed and groped her against her will has filed a defamation lawsuit.
Australian Open tennis day 3 with Murray, Federer and Kerber in action
World number ones Andy Murray and Angelique Kerber and four-time winner Roger Federer are in action on day three of the Australian Open in Melbourne. In first round doubles, the Williams sisters begin their campaign.Five-time finalist and current world number one, Andy Murray has yet to win the singles title in Melbourne. He takes on …
Nigerian airstrike mistakenly bombs refugee camp, killing dozens: official
The Nigerian air force has killed dozens of refugees and wounded aid workers when it accidentally bombed a camp, a military official said.
Refugees in Serbia – stranded in a warehouse
A great number of refugees are living in inhumane conditions in a warehouse in Belgrade.
Hamas security forces break up Gaza protest over electricity crisis
Police put an end to a demonstration by Gaza residents to demand more than four hours of electricity per day. The restive region between Egypt and Israel has continued to deteriorate since Hamas took over 10 years ago.Police officers in Hamas-controlled northern Gaza broke up a protest on Thursday after thousands of angry demonstrators demanded …
UN warns of ‘imminent danger’ of escalation in Syria
Regime forces have launched an offensive to retake water sources near Damascus, independent monitors have reported. But the UN cautioned warring parties of escalating the situation as a ceasefire holds across the nation.The UN envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura, on Thursday said a nationwide ceasefire was “largely holding with some exceptions” as independent war …
Civilian casualties soared in Iraq in 2016
The year 2016 proved to be a violent one for Iraq. A nongovernmental organization reports that thousands of civilians were killed last year.It was a bloody conclusion to a bloody year: A suicide bombing at a busy market in the Al-Sinek district in Baghdad killed 27 people on New Year’s Eve and injured over 50. …
Many feared dead as truck rams into Israeli soldiers in Jerusalem
At least 15 people have been wounded and many feared dead as a truck plowed into a group of soldiers in Jerusalem. The truck driver was shot dead by police, which described the incident as a “terrorist attack.”
US investigators search for motive after fatal Florida airport shooting
A 26-year-old suspect is being questioned by police after killing five people at Fort Lauderdale airport. Esteban Santiago, an Iraq war veteran, had reportedly been receiving psychological treatment.US authorities said on Saturday that all possibilities would be pursued in order to determine the motive behind the deadly shooting at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The 26-year-old …
Turkey launches new wave of anti-Gulen firings
Thousands have been fired in the latest push against supporters of Fethullah Gulen, after Turkish lawmakers voted to prolong the state of emergency. The government also threatened to strip citizenship of suspects abroad.Over 6,000 people lost their jobs, including 2,687 police officers, 1,699 Justice Ministry officials and hundreds of academics and Health Ministry employees, according …
France’s Manuel Valls vows to avoid deep cuts in presidency bid
Former French PM Manuel Valls has promised to avoid deep public spending cuts, in a pitch to voters ahead of France’s presidential election. Valls faces six other candidates for the Socialist Party nomination.