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India or Bharat: What’s behind the dispute over the country’s name?
A change to the Sanskrit name is backed by PM Modi's BJP, which says the word 'India' is a symbol of colonial slavery.
‘Justice denied’: Victims’ families slam UK’s Northern Ireland legacy bill
The UK's proposed law will shut down new probes of atrocities committed during 30 years of conflict in Northern Ireland.
Sudanese asylum seekers sleep rough by Libya’s UNHCR office
Many refugees remain without shelter after making the arduous journey to Libya from war-torn Sudan.
Netanyahu’s call to deport Eritreans shows Israel’s racism is global
International law bars Israel from pushing Eritreans out. But that, as Palestinians know well, hasn't stopped it before.
Australia names injured quartet in experienced Cricket World Cup squad
Australian selectors have named an experienced Cricket World Cup squad leaning towards pace bowlers and all-rounders.
Eritreans in Tel Aviv unsure if they fear Netanyahu or other Eritreans more
Israeli right calls them 'infiltrators', and PM demands deportations after pro-, anti-gov't Eritreans fight in streets.
Russia voices concern as Armenia prepares to exercise with US troops
Drills will prepare units for international peacekeeping missions, says Yerevan, as ties with Moscow appear strained.
UN announces ‘climate breakdown’ after record summer heat
Scientists blame ever warming human-caused climate change from the burning of coal, oil and natural gas.
East Africa leaders extend regional troop mandate in DR Congo
Soldiers to stay until December 8 as local opposition grows to peacekeepers and tensions between DRC and Rwanda simmer.
Why is Pakistan upset over the handling of Asia Cup cricket event?
Confusion over hosting of the tournament has led to last-minute changes and bitterness between cricket officials.