Belarus protests: National opposition strike gains momentum
A strike by workers and students puts more pressure on President Lukashenko to quit.
Pakistan's first metro line opens to passengers in Lahore
The Chinese-built line will slash journey times across the notoriously congested city by two thirds.
Syria war: 'Russian air strikes kill dozens' in Idlib
More than 50 people reportedly die in the attack, which puts at risk a ceasefire in the area.
Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: US-brokered ceasefire frays soon after starting
Armenia and Azerbaijan accuse each other of violating a third attempt at a ceasefire within minutes.
Police attack anti-Lukashenko protesters with stun grenades in Belarus
The opposition pledged a nationwide strike on Monday if President Alexander Lukashenko did not resign.
US Election 2020: Trump and Biden row over Covid, climate and racism
The bitter rivals' final TV debate was more restrained this time but there were plenty of personal jabs.
Australia child abuse: Police arrest 44 suspects and rescue 16 children
The arrests took place across the country and 16 children were "removed from harm", police say.
Covid: US gives full approval for antiviral remdesivir drug
The drug will be given to patients in hospitals, but the UN health agency says it has little effect.
Brexit: Why is fishing a stumbling block in the trade talks?
Fishing is one of the key stumbling blocks preventing a trade deal between the UK and EU.
Nigeria protests: The misinformation circulating online
Misleading claims about protests against a controversial police unit have been widely shared.