Kazakh president orders ban on foreign ownership of farmland
Kazakhstan, a major producer of grains, oilseeds and meat, is seeking to end a dispute that has prompted protests.
India, Pakistan agree to stop cross-border firing in Kashmir
In rare move, India, Pakistan agree to 'strict observance' of all agreements, understandings and ceasefire along LoC.
UN urges Gulf states to step up to avert Yemen famine
UN aid chief says Yemen on a 'knife-edge' of famine, amid smaller aid contributions from Gulf countries.
In Pictures: Ecuador prison riots leave dozens dead
Ecuador raises death toll from one of country's bloodiest prison riots, as police chief warns new riot under way.
Australia’s Qantas delays target date for international flights
Airline now says it is aiming to resume international flights in October, as it reported a 75 percent plunge in revenue.
US transport department faults aviation body over Boeing 737 MAX
In new report, US Transportation Department says 'much work remains' in fixing how aviation body certifies new planes.
Justice has failed Sri Lanka civil war victims: UNHCR
Efforts to ensure justice for victims have failed, Michelle Bachelet says while introducing her report on Sri Lanka.
Gunmen kill 36 in attacks in northern Nigeria
Armed bandits kill people, burn down houses in villages of Kaduna and Katsina states.
Two dead in shootout between Philippine police, narcotics agents
Video footage of incident in Manila shows officers exchanging fire as pedestrians and shoppers run for safety.
India plans new social media controls after face-off with Twitter
New Delhi, angry with Twitter for ignoring request to erase accounts, wants content down within 36 hours when asked.
Australia passes law making Facebook and Google pay for news
The legislation could provide a framework for other countries looking to address platforms' dominant position.
US report on Khashoggi murder critical for justice: UN expert
White House says unclassified US intelligence report on 2018 murder of Saudi journalist will be released 'soon'.
Biden overturns Trump ban on many green card applicants
Trump-era measure restricting many visa applicants cited need to protect US jobs amid COVID-19 pandemic.
Ecuador increases death toll in prison riots to 79
Deadly fights broke out between rival gang members in three prisons, but authorities say situation is now under control.
Wildfire victims sue PG&E’s former management for neglect
California company accused of 'dereliction of duty', claimants fear it will not be able to pay $13.5bn settlement.
Niger opposition leader alleges election fraud, declares victory
Mahamane Ousmane insists 'fraud' committed 'pretty much everywhere in all of Niger's regions'.