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Ethiopia says first year of Nile mega-dam filling 'achieved'

Ethiopia said on Tuesday that its first-year target has been reached for filling a mega-dam on the Blue Nile River that has stoked tensions with downstream neighbours Egypt and Sudan.

Mexico's coronavirus death toll passes 40,000: official

Mexico on Tuesday passed 40,000 deaths from the novel coronavirus pandemic as the country, which has the fourth-highest COVID-19 death toll in the world, struggles to contain the disease.

WHO sounds alarm at spread of coronavirus in Africa

The World Health Organisation voiced alarm on Monday at the spread of COVID-19 in Africa, warning that South Africa's surging numbers could be a "precursor" for outbreaks across the continent.

EU leaders compromise on linking funds to rule of law

European leaders have reached a summit compromise on the question of whether EU funds can be withheld from a member state that breaches legal norms, officials and diplomats said on Tuesday.

Brazil set to test Chinese coronavirus vaccine

Brazil will begin advanced clinical testing of a Chinese-made vaccine against the new coronavirus on Tuesday, issuing the first doses to around 900 volunteers, officials said.

Argentina president rejects latest debt counter-offer

Argentinian president Alberto Fernandez on Monday dismissed a counter-offer from three groups of creditors who said they had rejected the country's proposal to restructure $66 billion of debt.

Angry EU leaders battle to save deadlocked virus recovery summit

Squabbling EU leaders battled on into the early hours of Monday to try and break the deadlock as their summit on a huge coronavirus rescue package stretched into a fourth day.

UN seeks $3.6 bn more for virus plan, criticises inaction

The United Nations is seeking an additional US$3.6 billion for its Global Humanitarian Response Plan to battle the pandemic, warning developed countries on Thursday of "the price of inaction" if poorer nations don't receive help.

EU leaders back together but divided over revival plan

The leaders of the European Union hold their first face-to-face summit in five months on Friday, but the reunion seems unlikely to bridge their divide over a post-virus economic rescue plan.

US notches record 68,428 new virus cases in 24 hours: Johns Hopkins

The United States on Thursday set yet another record for new coronavirus cases with 68,428 infections recorded in 24 hours, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University.

Siberia heat 'almost impossible' without climate change

A recent heatwave in Siberia that saw temperature records tumble as the region sweltered in 38-Celsius highs was "almost impossible" without the influence of manmade climate change, leading scientists said Wednesday.

New US coronavirus cases hit record high, south and west worst hit

The number of new coronavirus cases and fatalities continued to mount across the United States on Wednesday, with Texas and Oklahoma recording new highs.

Pompeo hopeful for 'senior' talks soon with North Korea

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo voiced hope Wednesday of holding high-level talks soon with North Korea and did not rule out a summit, a break with recent pessimistic signs from both countries.

Serbia and Kosovo to resume rocky road towards an accord

Former war foes Serbia and Kosovo will restart talks in Brussels on Thursday to normalise their strained relationship after a long stalemate, though the road to settling their many disputes is paved with stumbling blocks.

Ex-attorney general Sessions loses US Senate bid as Trump backs rival

Former US attorney general Jeff Sessions's political comeback screeched to a halt in Alabama Tuesday when he lost his bid to reclaim his old Senate seat to a political novice who earned President Donald Trump's endorsement.

New Zealand opposition picks 'Crusher' to challenge Ardern

New Zealand's opposition has installed a conservative veteran nicknamed "Crusher" as leader as it regroups for the daunting task of trying to oust Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in a September general election.

Virus-hit North Macedonia votes as EU talks loom

North Macedonia votes on Wednesday in a tight parliamentary election where the winners will face a deadly coronavirus outbreak and the start of talks to join the European Union.

France will require face masks indoors as virus picks up

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday that face masks will soon be required in public indoor spaces to curtail the coronavirus outbreak, acknowledging that infections were again on the rise.

US rescinds order denying visas for foreign students

The United States government rescinded its controversial decision to revoke foreign student visas whose courses move online due to coronavirus, a federal judge said Tuesday.

New Zealand opposition leader quits as election looms

New Zealand's opposition leader abruptly quit on Tuesday citing health reasons just weeks after taking the job, leaving his party in disarray with an election against Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern looming.