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Research group says global economic growth slowing

There are signs of significant slowing in key emerging markets, the London-based group says.

Sri Lanka sets ‘pivotal’ polls for September

Sri Lanka sets ‘pivotal’ polls for September

The Elections Commission said that polls will be held in the central, northern and northwestern provinces on the same day.

AU: Morsi should be part of peace process

AU: Morsi should be part of peace process

An AU delegation is set to meet members of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Millions vote in Zimbabwe’s presidential poll

Millions vote in Zimbabwe’s presidential poll

African Union observers say the election has so far been without incident.

France calls for release of Egypt’s Morsi

France calls for release of Egypt’s Morsi

Interim Vice President Mohamed ElBaradei has said the former president cannot be part of future negotiations.

UNICEF: Egypt must protect children from harm

UNICEF: Egypt must protect children from harm

UNICEF is deeply concerned over reports that children have been killed or injured during violence in Egypt.

US treasury to borrow $444bn in H2 of 2013

US treasury to borrow $444bn in H2 of 2013

US federal government debt has increased dramatically in recent years due to the financial crisis.

UN launches online survey on disabilities

The data can help governments adequately prepare plans for assisting persons with disabilities in disaster events.

Increased violence plagues Iraqi government

The surge in violence has led some to believe Baghdad is losing control of the country.

African Union panel in Egypt to take stock of crisis

African Union panel in Egypt to take stock of crisis

The African Union, earlier in July, suspended Egypt from all union activities for disruption of “constitutional order”.