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Estonia's Far-Right Minister Resigns Over Biden Remarks
Estonia's far-right interior minister, Mart Helme, resigned Monday, a day after he called President-elect Joe Biden and his son Hunter "corrupt characters" without providing further details or evidence.
Anderson Cooper Apologizes for Trump 'Obese Turtle' Comment
Anderson Cooper has now apologized for his "obese turtle" comment after President Trump's baseless Thursday night speech.
China Gears Up For World's Largest Online Shopping Festival
Chinese consumers are expected to spend tens of billions on everything from fresh food to luxury goods during this year's Singles' Day online shopping festival, as the country recovers from the pandemic.
Israel to Offer Coronavirus Testing at Airport
Israel will soon offer coronavirus testing at its main international airport, something authorities hope will speed the revival of air travel.
UK Honors War Dead in Scaled-Back Remembrance Sunday Service
In a scaled-back service, Queen Elizabeth II led tributes Sunday to those from the U.K. and the Commonwealth who perished in wartime, as most veterans paid their respects at home.
Germany Slams Leipzig Virus Protesters for Endangering All
German officials on Sunday condemned the actions of 20,000 people who demonstrated against coronavirus restrictions by jamming together in a Leipzig city square largely without wearing masks.
Thai Police Use Water Cannons on Pro-Democracy Protesters
Thai pro-democracy protesters were confronted by riot police and sprayed by water cannons Sunday as they tried to approach Bangkok's Grand Palace to deliver letters about their political grievances.
UK Does a U-turn, Backs Soccer Star's Child Hunger Campaign
The British government now says it will provide free meals to disadvantaged children in England over the upcoming holidays following a hugely popular child hunger campaign by soccer star Marcus Rashford.
Many World Leaders Express Hope, Relief after Biden Win
World leaders congratulated U.S. President-elect Joe Biden on his victory, cheering it as an opportunity to fortify global democracy and celebrating the significance of Americans having their first female vice president.
World Celebrates Biden Win, Calls for Climate Change Action
Although U.S. President Donald Trump wasn't conceding defeat, people in other parts of the world started celebrating Joe Biden's election victory Saturday.
UAE Announces Relaxing of Islamic Laws for Personal Freedoms
The United Arab Emirates announced on Saturday a major overhaul of the country's Islamic personal laws, including criminalizing so-called "honor killings."
Books? Hairdressers? Europeans Split on Lockdown Essentials
In times when a pandemic unleashes death and poverty, the concept of what is essential to keep society functioning in a lockdown is gripping Europe.
HIV Infections in UK Down According to New Report
A new report by Public Health England (PHE) says the number of HIV diagnoses among gay and bisexual men in the UK has dropped to its lowest number in 20 years.
Australia Inquiry Says Police Should Guard Hotel Quarantine
Overseas travelers should be quarantined in hotels guarded by police, an inquiry into an Australian city's bungled quarantine program reported on Friday.
Sir Elton John Sent Donna Summer Album, Kiss to Vladimir Putin
Sir Elton John attempted to send a very pro-gay message to anti-LGBTQ Russian leader, Vladimir Putin, by way of BBC political journalist Andrew Marr: A Donna Summer album and a kiss.
Nation by Nation, the World Watches Election Day in the US
For four years, the world's nations have watched as a very different American president engages with the international community — or doesn't.
Former Employee Sues China Southern, Alleging LGBTQ Discrimination
A former flight attendant is suing China Southern Airlines for suspending him after his sexual orientation was made public without his consent last year, in a rare legal maneuver that pits him against the country's largest airline.
New Zealand's New Deputy Leader First Gay Man to Hold Role
New Zealand's new Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson will be the country's first openly gay man to hold the role and is among a team of top lawmakers announced Monday that is remarkable for its diversity.
UK Says 4-Week Coronavirus Lockdown May Have to Last Longer
A new national lockdown in England may have to last longer than the planned four weeks if coronavirus infection rates don't fall quickly enough, a senior government minister said Sunday.
England to Enter New Lockdown as UK Virus Cases Pass Million
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday announced a new month-long lockdown for England after being warned that without tough action a resurgent coronavirus outbreak will overwhelm hospitals in weeks.