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Brazil presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro to visit jailed father

Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro is set to visit his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is under house arrest, after a judge authorized the visit on Monday.

Brazil's patron saint reappears in polarized election campaign

Thousands of teary-eyed pilgrims paid homage to Brazil's patron saint in the largest shrine in her name on Monday, with a bitter election campaign's battle for the Catholic vote taking center stage.

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Family of dead activist take Palestinian Authority to ICC

The family of Palestinian activist Nizar Banat submitted a case Thursday to the International Criminal Court accusing top Palestinian officials over his death in custody, relatives told AFP.

Fiji opposition calls for halt to election count after 'anomaly'

Fiji's opposition on Thursday demanded counting stop in the coup-prone nation's bitterly fought general election, alleging serious "anomalies" that put the poll's legitimacy in doubt.

Iran blames US after being removed from UN rights body

Iran on Thursday accused the United States of orchestrating its removal from a UN women's rights body over its response to protests triggered by death of Mahsa Amini.

UK nurses stage unprecedented walkout

UK nurses on Thursday staged an unprecedented one-day strike as a "last resort" in their fight for better wages and working conditions, despite warnings it could put patients at risk.

Fiji opposition calls for halt to election count after midnight 'anomaly'

Fiji's opposition on Thursday demanded counting be stopped in the coup-prone nation's bitterly-fought general election, alleging serious "anomalies" that put the legitimacy of the vote in doubt.

China recalls six diplomats over Manchester violence: UK

China has removed six diplomats from the UK, including its consul-general in Manchester, after they were accused of assaulting a Hong Kong protester in the northern English city, Britain said Wednesday.

Tunisia awaits languid election for powerless parliament

Tunisians are to vote Saturday on a parliament largely stripped of its powers, the final pillar of a hyper-presidential system installed by President Kais Saied after a power grab last year.

Fiji opposition challenges election results, calls for calm

Fiji's opposition leader said Thursday he will challenge the country's election results, after an overnight "anomaly" abruptly halted a tally that showed him holding a very early lead.

WHO eyes end to Covid emergency in 2023

The World Health Organization said Wednesday it hoped that Covid-19 would no longer be a public health emergency in 2023, as it urged China to share information that could pinpoint how the pandemic started.

US launches bid to bring power to African hospitals

The United States on Wednesday announced a $150 million initiative to bring power to hospitals in Africa, hoping to address a key challenge holding up health care on the continent.

'Anomaly' derails Fiji election count

Fiji’s election count was plagued by a long delay and technical breakdown Thursday, as former coup leader turned prime minister Frank Bainimarama aimed to extend his 16-year grip on power.

Biden seeks principled Africa partnership as US businesses pour in

President Joe Biden called Wednesday for a long-term partnership with Africa rooted both in trade and good governance as US businesses unveiled billions of dollars for the continent where China has become a top player.

COP15's key aim: protect 30% of the planet

Headlining the COP15 biodiversity talks is a drive to secure 30 percent of Earth's land and oceans as protected zones by 2030 -- the most disputed item on the agenda.

Peru declares state of emergency as ousted leader remains in prison

Peru declared a nationwide state of emergency Wednesday amid violent protests against the ouster of ex-president Pedro Castillo that have left seven people dead.

US leads technology investment in Africa at Biden summit

President Joe Biden was set Wednesday to unveil a long-term commitment to African leaders as the United States laid out a major investment push in technology in the continent, where China's infrastructure spending has made it a top player.

UN removes Iran from women's rights body over protest crackdown

The United Nations on Wednesday voted to remove Iran from a women's rights body over Tehran's brutal crackdown of women-led protests.

US businesses pump investment into Africa at Biden summit

President Joe Biden was set Wednesday to lay out a long-term commitment to African leaders as US companies announced more than $2 billion led by technology deals for a continent where China has become a top player.

Ousted Peru leader to remain in prison as hearing postponed

A judge in Peru on Wednesday postponed by 24 hours a hearing to decide whether ex-president Pedro Castillo will be released from detention on charges of rebellion and conspiracy.

Kenyan guard dies after fall at Qatar World Cup stadium

World Cup organisers said Wednesday that an urgent investigation had been launched into the death of a Kenyan security guard who fell from an upper floor at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar.

Erdogan backs Turkmen gas link easing dependence on Russia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday backed the creation of a new natural gas pipeline that could ease Europe's dependence on Russia by linking up with energy-rich Turkmenistan.

Once a star, Ghana battles economic crisis

The packing machine at Nakobs' Pac factory in the outskirts of Ghana's capital Accra is running at full pace, churning out sachets of treated drinking water.

Fiji PM vows to respect result, as votes counted

Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama on Wednesday vowed to respect an election that could end his 16-year grip on power, as his rival ex-coup leader took an early lead with a small fraction of the vote counted.

S.African opposition vow to pursue Ramaphosa over scandal

South African opposition parties vowed Wednesday to challenge a vote in parliament that rejected an impeachment inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa that could have forced his removal from office.

Pope says spend less on Christmas, give to Ukraine

Pope Francis on Wednesday called on people to spend less on Christmas presents and celebrations, and donate the money saved to those in war-ravaged Ukraine.

Ukraine downs swarm of attack drones over Kyiv

Ukrainian forces said Wednesday they had shot down an entire swarm of Iranian-made drones launched at the capital by Russian troops in their latest attack on Kyiv.

Istanbul mayor's 'insult' trial resumes ahead of elections

Istanbul's popular opposition mayor faced new hearings Wednesday in a politically-charged trial that could bar him from seeking office months before next year's general election.

Hong Kong police wrong to ban Tiananmen vigil, court rules

Hong Kong police's decision to ban a Tiananmen vigil last year was unlawful, a court ruled on Wednesday, as it overturned the conviction of jailed democracy activist Chow Hang-tung.

Fiji PM vows to respect result, as voting ends

Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama vowed to respect the outcome of Wednesday's election, as polls closed in a vote that could end his 16 years in power and return a rival ex-coup leader to office.

As Peru protests rage, court denies ex-president's release appeal

A court in Peru rejected on Tuesday an appeal by former president Pedro Castillo to be freed from detention on charges of rebellion and conspiracy, as officials warned protests demanding his release could spiral out of control.

Fiji PM vows to respect election result, as vote gets under way

Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama vowed to respect the outcome of Fiji's election Wednesday, as he faced a rival ex-coup leader looking to end his 16 years in power and pivot away from China.

EU wants to 'reconnect' with Southeast Asia amid Ukraine war

EU leaders meet their counterparts from Southeast Asia for a summit in Brussels on Wednesday, looking to bolster ties in the face of the war in Ukraine and challenges from China.

As Peru protests continue, court denies ex-president's release appeal

A court in Peru Tuesday rejected an appeal by former president Pedro Castillo to be freed from detention on charges of rebellion and conspiracy, as officials warned protests demanding his release could spiral out of control.

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