Around 1,500 Orthodox Christians gathered outside Moscow to take part in an annual event commemorating Princess Elizabeth, who was executed by the Bolsheviks a century ago. They also marked 20 years since the...
Back again | Riots return to Portland as protesters attack businesses and burn flags
Several hundred people smashed up storefronts, torched American flags and harassed motorists in Portland, Oregon, following a brief lull in nearly nightly riots due to wildfires tearing through the state.
US unilaterally declares UN sanctions on Iran are back in force
The United States unilaterally proclaimed on Saturday that UN sanctions against Iran are back in force and promised to punish those who violate them, in a move that risks increasing Washington’s isolation but also...
Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar wins the Tour de France, becomes the youngest champion since 1904
Tadej Pogacar became the first Slovenian to win the Tour de France after he retained the overall leader’s yellow jersey in the 21st stage won by Sam Bennett on Sunday.
UK facing coronavirus “tipping point” as cases surge warns government – BBC News
The British government has issued a stark warning that the nation is at a tipping point with a surge in coronavirus cases. It’s said that it will impose more restrictions in England unless people follow the rules. Boris...
One man’s quest to rid Malaysia’s beaches of glass bottles
In Malaysia, a 74-year-old man’s quest to rid the country’s beaches of washed-up glass has led to an unusual hobby. It’s also given Tengku Mohamad Ali Mansor something to do during the pandemic. Shamim...