Afghanistan marks turbulent year that saw the economy collapse, women's rights crushed and a humanitarian crisis worsen.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 01:52PM
Taliban celebrates ‘victory day’, as Afghans face economic crisis
‘Attack on a dream’: Muslims in fear as Indian democracy turns 75
India’s democracy is under pressure like never before as dreams of ethnic Hindu nation leave its minorities sleepless.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 01:47PM
Photos: Taliban marks one year in power amid diplomatic isolation
The Taliban marked the first anniversary of their return to power in Afghanistan with a national holiday.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 01:11PM
From pandemic heroes to underpaid workers, UK bus drivers revolt
When COVID-19 was raging, they received tokens of gratitude. Now, they are offered paltry pay rises as inflation soars.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 12:09PM
Nuclear talks positive but expectations not fully met, Iran says
Tehran says more contact is needed for a 'final text' circulated by the EU after talks in Vienna to become final.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:41AM
As West puts Taliban on hold, Kabul eyes future in China, Russia
The killing of al-Qaeda leader in Kabul will add to mistrust between Taliban and the West prolonging group's isolation.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:38AM
China conducts military drills near Taiwan as US lawmakers visit
The trip by US lawmakers followed by the US House speaker's visit has infuriated China, which considers it provocation.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:25AM
Photos: The 20 years of Cristiano Ronaldo’s professional career
A journey through Ronaldo's career, from a teenager at Sporting Lisbon to one of the world's best footballers.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 11:15AM
A letter to … a child born the day the Taliban retook Afghanistan
A Hazara mother writes to the son she gave birth to in Kabul on August 15, 2021, reflecting on what has been lost.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 09:17AM
Ecuador blames organised crime for deadly blast in Guayaquil
President Guillermo Lasso declares a state of emergency in the country's second-largest city of Guayaquil.Story Published at: August 15, 2022 at 09:07AM