Afghanistan: Taliban accused of killing female police officer

The killing comes amid increasing reports of escalating repression of women in Afghanistan.

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South Africa's ex-president Zuma placed on medical parole

Jacob Zuma will now serve the remainder of his 15-month sentence in the community.

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India farmers' protests: Tens of thousands join rally in Uttar Pradesh

A vast crowd of protesters, some riding on tractors, rallied in Uttar Pradesh state.

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Rush to contain large oil spill in Gulf of Mexico after Storm Ida

Clean-up crews and the US Coast Guard are trying to locate the source of a miles-long slick.

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Mali police storm jail to free detained commander

The commander of Mali's anti-terror police is accused of murder during 2020 anti-government protests.

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