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US astronauts embark on the first all-female spacewalk outside ISS

The US astronauts have embarked on the first all-female spacewalk outside the International Space Station.

Biden expands edge in US Democratic nomination race: Reuters/Ipsos poll

Joe Biden expanded his lead over more than a dozen other candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination this month, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

Syrian army secures border crossings in strategic city of Kobani

Syrian forces secure border crossings in the key town of Kobani amid Turkey’s offensive in the country’s northeast.

US-Turkey deal on Syria is null and void: Analyst

The agreement the US and Turkey reached over Ankara’s incursion into Syria is “null and void,” says a political analyst.

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Gazans hold Friday rallies against normalization of ties with Israel

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have staged anti-occupation rallies for the 79th Friday in a row.

European Open: Wawrinka reaches semi-finals

Stan Wawrinka has made it through to the semi-finals of the European Open in Antwerp.

Muslims mark Arba’een in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala

Millions of Shia Muslim mark Arba’een at the shrine of Prophet Mohammed’s grandson Imam Hussein (PBUH) in the holy Iraqi city of Karbala. 

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Pakistan continues to protest over Kashmir changes

People in Pakistan have observed Kashmir Solidarity Day to draw attention to the human rights situation in the disputed region.

Mexico deports 311 Indian nationals in ‘unprecedented’ move

Mexico has deported 311 US-bound Indian nationals in an unprecedented move.

US hits Cuba with new sanctions over Venezuela

The United States says it is imposing new sanctions on Cuba over its support for the Venezuelan government.

EU sees ‘no alternative’ to retaliation after record US tariffs

The EU’s top trade official says the bloc would have no choice but to hit back after the US imposed tariffs on a record $7.5-billion worth of European Union goods.

NHL: New Jersey Devils 5-2 New York Rangers

The New Jersey Devils have defeated the visiting New York Rangers 5-2.

Trump: US in position to impose very powerful sanctions on Turkey

President Donald Trump has said the United States is in a position where it could impose very powerful sanctions on Turkey or others if it wanted to.

Face-to-face talks between Sudan government, rebel groups begin in Juba

Peace talks between the Sudanese government and various rebel groups resume in Juba.

Nearly 70 Palestinians injured by Israeli forces

Nearly 70 Palestinians are wounded as Israeli forces attacked people participating in fresh weekly rallies in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Nigerian forces attack Zakzaki supporters during Arba’een mourning rituals

Nigerian security forces attack the followers of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), during a religious procession in the capital, Abuja.

Iran plans to spend €300mn to build large cargo ships

Iran says the $300mn investment is part of a long-term plan for the development of its maritime industries.

Majority of Americans believe Trump’s Syria move damages US reputation: Poll

The majority of Americans have said Trump’s decision to withdraw troops from northern Syria has damaged America’s reputation as a trusted ally.

Erdogan threatens to re-launch Syria operation if truce not respected

If the promises are not kept until Tuesday, the operation will start over, the Turkish leader said.

Protesters in South Korea attack US envoy’s residence

South Korean students break into the residence of the US ambassador in Seoul to protest American military presence in their country.

Jordan rejects Israeli ruling over extending detention of Jordanian woman

Heba Abdel-Baqi Labadi also holds a Palestinian identity card. She was arrested on August 20.

Democratic Unionist Party: Brexit deal to open path to united Ireland

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal may open a path for Northern Ireland to join into a united Ireland, the DUP says.

Reflections on Elijah Cummings from a political rival

“There aren’t many politicians in America who deserve the praise that Elijah Cummings had earned over the years,” writes Myles Hoenig.