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Trump leaves Beijing after last meetings with Xi

U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his visit to Beijing Friday with a private meeting at Chinese leader Xi Jinping's official residence before he departed for Washington

Watch: Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in major exchange deal

Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in the first stage of a planned 1,000-for-1,000 exchange, mediated by the United Arab Emirates.

Why African fashion is gaining global attention

African fashion is going through a quiet but powerful shift. It’s no longer only about traditional outfits for ceremonies or cultural events.

MINUSCA Programme empowers youth and former fighters in CAR

The Community Violence Reduction Programme supported by the United Nations mission in the Central African Republic is helping vulnerable people rebuild their lives through vocational training and economic empowerment.

Kenya conservationists raise alarm over decline in species as reptile pet trade surges

Conservationists in Kenya are sounding the alarm over the sharp rise in captive-bred reptiles exported as exotic pets as populations in the wild decline.

Iran’s national football team given public send-off ahead of FIFA World Cup

They are due to head to Turkey next week for a training camp in preparation for the tournament, amid concerns over visas for the United States.

South Korea opens Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul with K-pop, AI shows and family fun

South Korea has opened the Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, a robot-themed entertainment venue featuring humanoid boxing matches, K-pop dance shows and interactive AI attractions for children and families.

Ghanaian brothers indicted in US romance scam case

Two Ghanaian brothers and a U.S.-based woman have been indicted in the United States for allegedly running a romance fraud scheme that targeted elderly Americans and funneled money through a cross-border network, according to federal prosecutors.

Egyptian farmers struggling to survive as Iran war pushes up costs

Since the start of the US-Israel war against Iran four months ago, disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have hit energy and fertilizer supplies across the globe. In Egypt, farmers are barely getting by.

United States seeks to re-establish ties with countries in Sahel region

Top military officials on Thursday warned a Senate committee that extremist groups had expanded their operational capacity in the region.