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Rio Paralympics open amidst tense political climate

Rio Paralympics open amidst tense political climate

The Syrian delegation was met with thunderous applause, while the Belarusian party waved a Russian flag.

China: G20 outcome ensures global growth

China: G20 outcome ensures global growth

"We need to do more to unlock the potential for medium and long-term growth," Chinese President Xi Jinping said.

Third blast rocks Kabul

Third blast rocks Kabul

The capital comes under attack as government forces drive the Taliban out of a mountainous district.

Obama, Putin: No Syria deal … yet

Obama, Putin: No Syria deal … yet

On the sidelines of the G20, the two leaders met with their foreign ministers, before retiring to a one-to-one session.

Xi, G20 leaders to fight ‘protectionist’ trade policies

Xi, G20 leaders to fight ‘protectionist’ trade policies

Australia's Turnbull and Canada's Trudeau agree with the Chinese president.

Putin, Saudi talk oil prices

Putin, Saudi talk oil prices

Putin and Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman agreed that cooperation between them is crucial.

Mother Teresa canonized as saint

Mother Teresa canonized as saint

Pope Francis declared her a saint in a speedy process which took 19 years.

G20 2016: Toward an inclusive global economy

G20 2016: Toward an inclusive global economy

This is the first time China hosts this global meet and it is only the second time that the G20 is hosted in Asia.

G20: China, US push climate agreement agenda

G20: China, US push climate agreement agenda

The landmark agreement reached last year in Paris will go into effect if ratified by at least 55 countries.

Obama, Xi meet amid maritime tensions

Obama, Xi meet amid maritime tensions

Xi told Obama the US should respect China's strategic security interests.