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Democrats capture US Congress in sweeping midterm victory

WASHINGTON: Democrats seized control of the US Congress on Tuesday, capturing both the Senate and the House of Representatives in a nationwide rejection of President Donald Trump that is set to slow the final two years of his presidency. The win gives the opposition the power to block legislation, launch broad investigations into Trump’s administration and hold up his judicial and senior appointments.

Trump congratulates Democrats and signals willingness to cooperate

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump expressed Wednesday readiness to work with Democrats following their midterm election victory and control of both congressional chambers, seeking common ground on domestic and foreign issues. In an interview with US newspaper The Times, Trump congratulated the Democratic Party on its electoral performance, saying he looked forward to working with Democrats and believed agreement could be reached on several key issues.

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N. Korean leader ends Russia trip with 'heartfelt thanks' to Putin

North Korea's Kim Jong Un expressed his "heartfelt thanks" to President Vladimir Putin, state media said Monday, as he headed home after nearly a week in Russia on a defence-focused trip.

Ukraine, Russia clash at top UN court

Russia and Ukraine will face off at the International Court of Justice from Monday over Moscow's claim of "genocide" in eastern Ukraine as a pretext for last year's invasion.

Chinese FM Wang Yi to visit Russia Sept 18-21: foreign ministry

China's top diplomat Wang Yi will begin a four-day visit to Russia for security talks on Monday, his foreign ministry said, the latest in a series of high-level visits and phone calls between the two sides.

Climate protesters throng New York, demand end to fossil fuels

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of New York on Sunday, calling for increased action against climate change ahead of the opening of the UN General Assembly.

Ukraine claims control of key town on eastern front

Ukraine said Sunday that its forces had retaken Klishchiivka, a tactically important town south of the key frontline city of Bakhmut, as it pursues a counter-attack against Russia's grinding offensive against the country.

UN meet looks to salvage promises on helping world's poorest

World leaders meet Monday at the United Nations in a bid to salvage ambitious promises to lift the planet's poorest, at a time when vulnerable nations are facing a volley of crises.

North Korea's leader wraps up Russia trip with drones gift

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un left Russia on Sunday after a rare six-day visit that appeared to solidify his country's ties with President Vladimir Putin -- fanning Western fears that Pyongyang could provide Moscow with weapons for its assault on Ukraine.

EU chief vows new migrant help for Italy after Lampedusa surge

The European Union presented Sunday an emergency plan for Italy to help it handle migrant arrivals after a record number of people landed on its island of Lampedusa over the past week.

Italy's PM calls for EU help after island migrant surge

Italy's prime minister warned Sunday that the "future of Europe is at stake", after droves of migrants landed on the Mediterranean island of Lampedusa.

N.Korea's Kim Jong Un wraps up Russia trip

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un left Russia on Sunday, ending a visit affirming close ties with Vladimir Putin and fuelling Western fears that Pyongyang might provide Moscow with arms for its assault on Ukraine.

Indigenous rights supporters rally across Australia before vote

Australians rallied around the country on Sunday to fight for a landmark Indigenous rights reform that is bleeding support in the polls before an October 14 referendum.

In silent protest, Russian volunteers help Ukraine refugees

For a year and a half Galina Artyomenko had been raising funds to help refugees from Ukraine after the Kremlin sent troops to the pro-Western country.

Desperate Sudanese face endless wait for passports so they can flee

Marwa Omar was one of hundreds who lined up at dawn to try and get passports in Port Sudan. Fifteen hours later, she still had nothing to show for it.

US Fed likely to pause rate hikes despite higher inflation

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday after a summer of mixed economic data, while leaving the door open to another hike if needed.

Greek PM announces fresh funding to face climate 'war'

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday announced a further 300 million euros to fight the effects of climate change, acknowledging the scale of the crisis facing the country.

Rivalry set aside as Libyans cope with flood disaster

Libya's deadly floods have sparked a surge of solidarity and transcended political differences in a country wracked by division ever since the 2011 revolution that overthrew Moamer Kadhafi.

Mali, Niger, Burkina sign mutual defence pact

The military leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger on Saturday signed a mutual defence pact, ministerial delegations from the three Sahel countries announced in Mali's capital Bamako.

Iran stops family marking Mahsa Amini death anniversary: rights groups

Iranian authorities on Saturday prevented the family of Mahsa Amini from holding a ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of her death, confining her father under "house arrest", as sporadic protests erupted nationwide despite heavy security, rights groups said.

S.Africa holds state funeral for divisive Zulu leader Buthelezi

Thousands of people, some dressed in traditional warrior clothes, on Saturday attended the funeral of South Africa's divisive Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who was implicated in a wave of deadly violence that marked the country's emergence from apartheid.

Exiled in France, Iranian chess star salutes 'courage' of protesters

Mitra Hejazipour, one of the greatest chess players Iran has ever produced, knows what courage is after removing her headscarf in defiance of the Islamic republic's strict dress code for women at a tournament.

Trump says his problem with Biden is competence, not age

Joe Biden, America's oldest president, received support from an unexpected ally over his age: Donald Trump said the Democrat was "not too old" to seek a second term, while quickly adding: "I think he's incompetent."

Lesbian couple win Hong Kong court victory in IVF case

A Hong Kong court has sided with a lesbian couple who argued that both women should have parental status over their child born via "reciprocal IVF", a ruling hailed as a win forthe LGBTQ community.

EU scrambles to address Italy island migrant surge

The EU said Saturday that its top official Ursula von der Leyen would visit the Italian island of Lampedusa, as Rome called on Brussels for help after a surge in migrant arrivals.

Iran thwarts Mahsa Amini family from commemorating death anniversary: groups

Iranian authorities on Saturday prevented the family of Mahsa Amini from holding a ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of her death, confining her father to his home after briefly detaining him, rights groups said.

Kim inspects key weapons with Russian defence chief

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met Saturday with the Russian defence minister in Vladivostok, where he inspected state-of-the-art weapons including a hypersonic missile system on the latest leg of a rare visit outside his country.

S. Africa holds state funeral for divisive Zulu leader Buthelezi

Mourners in traditional warrior headbands gathered Saturday for the state funeral of Zulu prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a powerful but divisive leader implicated in a wave of deadly violence that marked the birth of modern South Africa.

'Hostage diplomacy': a growing headache for the West

Sylvie Arnaud's first feeling when she learnt her son Louis had been detained in Iran in September last year was sheer incredulity, followed by a raging sense of injustice and impotence.

Kim meets Russian defence minister, inspects missile and warship

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Vladivostok on Saturday where he met Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu and inspected a hypersonic aircraft missile system before boarding a warship.

Kim Jong Un meets Russia defence minister in Vladivostok

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Vladivostok on Saturday where he was met by Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, according to state news agency TASS.

Women's tennis returns to China after Peng Shuai boycott

Professional women's tennis tournaments return to China on Monday, less than two years after the WTA vowed to boycott the country out of concern for player Peng Shuai and risks to its players and staff.

S. Africa holds funeral for Zulu grandee Buthelezi

Zulu prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, a powerful but divisive leader implicated in a wave of deadly violence that marked the birth of modern South Africa, will be laid to rest in a state funeral on Saturday.

US judge orders Argentina to pay $16.1 bn for oil firm expropriation

A US judge on Friday ordered Argentina to pay nearly $16.1 billion to two companies that were not compensated as minority shareholders for the 2012 nationalization of the YPF oil giant.

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