Iran urges UN to end violence against Muslims in India
A large group of student organizations of Iran, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and individuals have penned a letter to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet, asking her to take decisive action to end the ongoing wave of violent attacks and brutality against Muslims in India.
Biden Holds Double-Digit Lead over Sanders Nationally
Former US Vice President Joe Biden has built a double-digit lead over rival Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) countrywide among likely Democratic voters, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS.
Ashraf Ghani Sworn In for Second Term
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani was sworn in for a second term on Monday.
Zero New Covid-19 Cases Outside Hubei
China has reported zero cases of infections with the new coronavirus Covid-19 outside Hubei Province, the epidemic’s epicenter, for the first time since the outbreak started.
EU Considering Taking in 1,500 Migrant Children
The EU is considering taking in up to 1,500 migrant children who are currently housed in Greek camps, Germany said Monday.
Assassination of Sudan Hamdok Unsuccessful
Sudan post-uprising Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok escaped unharmed Monday as an assassination attempt using explosives targeted his convoy in the capital Khartoum, his top aide said.
Oil price faces a 30% crash as markets open
Oil prices face a crash as much as 30% within seconds of the market opening on Sunday evening.
Is Saudi Prince to Become King? Sources Reply
Bin Salman, known as MBS, will not wait for his father King Salman to die because his father's presence gives legitimacy to the son.
Sanders, Biden Up Attacks as Head-to-Head Race Takes Shape
The Democratic presidential primary is down to two major candidates, and it shows. Former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders are spending their first weekend as their party's last top White House contenders increasingly taking aim at one another.
Malaysia’s Palace Denies Royal Coup in Appointing New PM
Malaysia’s palace on Sunday denied allegations of a “royal coup” in appointing the country’s prime minister after veteran leader Mahathir Mohamad resigned, saying the king used his discretionary powers prescribed in the constitution.