The oil-rich country’s dealings are largely opaque, but its central election commission said Serdar Berdymukhammedov had captured nearly 73 percent of the vote.
Author: The Associated Press
At Least 6 Killed in Crush at African Cup Match
Witnesses said the stadium stewards closed the gates and stopped allowing people in, setting off the crush.
2 Earthquakes in Remote Area of Western Afghanistan Kill at Least 22
There were fears the death toll could rise as the first rescuers reached some of the mountainous villages struck by the temblors in one of Afghanistan’s most impoverished regions.
Hundreds of parakeets dropped off at Michigan animal shelter
“We were in shock also but could not turn them away as they were all crammed in seven cages and smothering each other,” the shelter said in the post.
El Salvador Releases 3 Women Serving Long Prison Sentences for Abortions
The three women, who had suffered obstetric emergencies, had been sentenced to 30 years in prison under the nation’s strict anti-abortion laws.
Ten COVID-19 cases identified on cruise ship approaching New Orleans
Ten people aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship approaching New Orleans have tested positive for COVID-19, officials said Saturday night.
Taliban Decree an End to Forced Marriages in Afghanistan
The decree, attributed to the group’s religious leader, calls for more rights for women under Islamic law, but does not say whether women will regain easier access to education or jobs.
Xiomara Castro Edges Closer to Honduran Presidency as Opponent Concedes
The outcome appeared to be a repudiation of the National Party’s 12-year rule, marked by corruption and the dismantling of democratic institutions.
Washington Spirit beat Chicago Red Stars for first NWSL championship after overcoming early-season turmoil
The Washington Spirit won the National Women’s Soccer League championship with a 2-1 extra time victory over the Chicago Red Stars on Saturday.
2 Explosions Hit Ugandan Capital, Killing 3
Witnesses said there was a blast near a police station and another near Parliament, and the police said three suicide bombers also died.