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Iran protests swell, as Guards chief says stay home
Protests over Mahsa Amini's death spread Saturday in universities across Iran, even as the commander of the powerful Revolutionary Guards told them: "Do not come to the streets".
Russia says repelled Ukraine drone attack on Crimea fleet
The Russian army accused Ukraine of a "massive" drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in Crimea on Saturday, claiming the UK helped in the strike that damaged a ship.
UN steps up 'troop alert level' in DR Congo
The UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday announced an increase in its "troop alert level" following deadly clashes with rebels in the east.
Brazil rivals stage final rallies ahead of cliffhanger vote
Brazil's presidential candidates will hold their final rallies Saturday in a scramble for votes on the eve of a white-knuckle election that has deeply polarized Latin America's largest economy.
Artillery battles engulf Ukraine's southern front
The thrill of a precise artillery strike was fading as the Ukrainian defenders of the last village before the invading Russians cowered for safety in the shattered remains of a school.
Xi invokes Mao in visit to cradle of Communist revolution
Dressed in matching navy windbreakers and flanking President Xi Jinping, China's freshly appointed top leadership this week made their first group outing to the Communist Party's "holy land".
Facing uncertain future, Ukrainians struggle to adapt in Germany
In her previous life in southern Ukraine, Tetiana Chepeliova was an accountant.
Viagra, exorcism and lies: Brazil's testy final election debate
The word "liar" rang out dozens of times Friday night in a bitter final debate that also featured mentions of exorcism and Viagra, as Brazil's presidential rivals made a last-ditch bid for votes two days before a run-off election.
Bolsonaro, Lula on the attack in final debate for Brazil vote
Far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro and leftist ex-president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva repeatedly slammed each other as liars in a final debate Friday night that touched on the economy, corruption and foreign policy only two days before Brazil's run-off elections.
In Jordan camp, a new generation of Syrians born in exile
Ten years after fleeing war in her native Syria, Hadeel is expecting a third child, brought into a life of poverty and uncertainty at the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan.
Brazil's comedians see perfect timing 'to make people laugh'
A divisive election duel has Brazilians on edge and sometimes depressed, but for comedian Fabio Porchat, it's the perfect time to break out the jokes.
Brazil runoff: 3 key factors
Charisma and campaign strategy won't be the only things in play when Brazil's far-right President Jair Bolsonaro and leftist challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva face off in a polarizing runoff election Sunday.
Biden will attend COP27 climate summit: White House
US President Joe Biden will attend next month's COP27 United Nations climate summit in Egypt, the White House said Friday, vowing he would "highlight the need for the world to act."
Poland picks US firm to build 1st nuclear power station: PM
Poland on Friday picked US firm Westinghouse to build its first nuclear power station, as the country bids to shore up its energy security at a time of soaring tensions with Russia over Ukraine.
Intruder hunting US politician Pelosi attacks her husband with hammer
An intruder attacked the husband of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer, fracturing his skull, after breaking into their California home on Friday in search of her.
Avengers assemble for Brazil's knife-edge election
Hollywood's biggest superheroes flew into Brazil's election Friday, as the "Avengers" answered calls for help from supporters of presidential challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Ukraine braces for more power cuts, as Russia hits call-up target
Four million people across Ukraine have been hit by power cuts due to Russia's bombing campaign, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday, as officials in the capital Kyiv warned of "unprecedented" outages.
UK govt says will call N.Irish elections 'within 12 weeks'
The British government said on Friday it would call elections in Northern Ireland within 12 weeks, the second time since May, after UK and local lawmakers failed to resolve a standoff over post-Brexit trade rules.
Intruder attacks husband of top US Democrat with hammer
An intruder attacked the husband of the US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer after breaking into their California home Friday, police said, leaving him needing hospital treatment.
US urges Kosovo to delay license plate move angering Serbs
The United States on Friday pressed Kosovo to delay a requirement that the Serb minority switch to government license plates, charging that the Western-backed state has been uncomprising.
Russia says mobilised 300,000 reservists after Ukraine defeats
Russia said Friday that 300,000 reservists have been called up, with Moscow fighting to turn the tide after defeats in Ukraine have left the key southern city of Kherson in Kyiv's sights.
Nigeria beefs up security after US, UK 'terror' warning
Nigeria on Friday said it had beefed up security and called for the public to be vigilant but calm after the United States and Britain warned of a high "terror" threat in the capital Abuja.
Kenya charges police with crimes against humanity over 2017 violence
In a landmark decision, Kenyan prosecutors said on Friday they would charge police officers with crimes against humanity over a deadly crackdown on post-election protests in 2017.
Stock markets recover from tech results shock
Stock markets recovered Friday from the shock of disappointing earnings reports of giant tech firms that added to fears of a global recession according to traders.
Dissident Russian writer vows to keep speaking out
Dissident Russian writer Dmitry Glukhovsky insists he will not stop speaking out against Moscow, despite facing years in jail after being charged over criticism of the war in Ukraine.
Moscow says movement of Kherson civilians complete
Moscow has announced the end of the movement of civilians within occupied Kherson, organised by Russia-installed authorities in the southern Ukrainian region in the face of a counter-offensive from Kyiv.
Ex-PM Khan begins 'long march' for early Pakistan election
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan launched a so-called "long march" Friday on the capital Islamabad to demand early elections, piling pressure on a government already in crisis.
Stock markets slide as tech results shock
Global stock markets slumped on Friday, with shares in tech giants tumbling on poorly-received earnings, adding to fears of a global recession according to traders.
Ramaphosa farm scandal probe could take two years: S.African watchdog
Investigations by South Africa's ombudswoman into a scandal involving a 2020 burglary at President Cyril Ramaphosa's farmhouse that allegedly found a haul of dollar bills stashed inside furniture could take at least two years, she said Friday.
Japan to spend $260 bn to tackle inflation, weak yen
Japan will spend $260 billion on a stimulus package to cushion the economy from the impact of inflation and the weak yen, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Friday.
Defiant Iranians rally again in protests fuelled by 'brutal' crackdown
Iranians took to the streets around the country for a second successive night to protest against the killings of youths in a widely documented crackdown on demonstrations sparked by Mahsa Amini's death.
Japan PM announces $260 bn stimulus spending to tackle inflation
Japan will spend $260 billion on a stimulus package to cushion the economy from the impact of a weak yen and inflation, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Friday.