WASHINGTON—The U.S. will expand eligibility for Afghans seeking admission to the U.S. as refugees, the State…
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Coal Projects in Asia Face Dwindling Financing as Climate Pressure Mounts
Banks are cutting off funding for new coal-fueled power plants in poorer Asian countries, a move that…
Belarusian Olympic Sprinter Seeks Polish Visa After Refusing to Return Home
TOKYO—A Belarusian Olympic athlete here is seeking a Polish visa after she resisted her team’s attempts…
Simone Biles to compete in balance beam final, USA Gymnastics says
Simone Biles will compete again at the Tokyo Olympics. The six-time Olympic medallist will contest the…
UK defence supplier Meggitt agrees £6.3bn takeover by US rival
The British aerospace firm Meggitt has agreed a £6.3bn takeover deal from US rival Parker Hannifin,…
‘A one-man scam Pac’: Trump’s money hustling tricks prompt fresh scrutiny
Donald Trump’s penchant for turning his political and legal troubles into fundraising schemes has long been…
Texans march on capitol to protect voting rights – will Washington listen?
When a legion of Texans descended on their state capitol on Saturday morning, the signs they…
Karaoke diehards returned to the spotlight – but is it time to reassess as Delta spreads?
When New Orleans lifted Covid-19 restrictions for bars, restaurants, and music venues this past May, Ruston…
Miles Robinson’s last-gasp header lifts USA over Mexico in Gold Cup final
Miles Robinson scored on a header in the 117th minute, and a reduced-strength United States lineup…
Raven Saunders throws up X on podium to represent where the ‘oppressed meet’
Raven Saunders took silver in the shot put on Sunday and later made the first podium…