Taliban prisoner release: Afghan government begins setting free last 400
The prisoners include some 44 insurgents who are of particular concern to the United States and other countries.
Coronavirus: Australia encouraged by drop in new Covid-19 cases
Daily new infections fall to their lowest level since 20 July, as Melbourne remains worst-hit.
New Zealand coronavirus: 14 new Covid-19 cases reported
The country's biggest city, Auckland, is back in lockdown after a family cluster emerged.
Jimmy Lai: Arrested Hong Kong tycoon tells protesters to be ‘careful’
Jimmy Lai tells the BBC he has no regrets, but believes his arrest is "just the beginning".
Three killed in Bangalore clashes over Prophet Muhammad post
Police in the southern city of Bangalore opened fire on protesters angered by the Facebook post.
Bangalore deadly clashes over “offensive” Facebook post on Prophet Muhammad
Police in the southern city of Bangalore opened fire on protesters angered by the Facebook post
Apple Daily: Company sees huge rise in stock after crackdown
The holding company of Hong Kong's Apple Daily newspaper has seen its stock rise fourfold in a day.
Apple Daily: Hong Kong newspaper defiant after crackdown
The pro-democracy paper vows to fight on after the arrest of owner Jimmy Lai under a new security law.
Trump’s WeChat ban shocks Chinese abroad
For China's global community, the app provides a vital means of staying in touch with home.
Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong media tycoon held amid sweep of arrests
The arrests of Jimmy Lai and other prominent pro-democracy activists raise fears of a broad crackdown.
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New Zealand extends Auckland lockdown for 12 days
The country went 102 days without community transmission, but now has a cluster of 29 cases.
Coronavirus: Grant Shapps explains France quarantine decision
Grant Shapps says the government has taken a "practical approach" to the France quarantine measures.
