Taliban captures first provincial center in Afghanistan, a symbolic victory
The militant group also assassinated a senior government spokesman in Kabul.
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Severe drought and heat turns arid area in Kazakhstan into grave for horses
A drought has left nothing to graze on, and some farmers began mixing wet cardboard with feed to add volume.
Openly transgender and nonbinary Olympian wins history-making medal
Canadian midfielder Quinn is the first openly transgender and nonbinary athlete to win an Olympic medal.
Google founder gets New Zealand residency under special visa
"Investor Plus" visa lets new residents "bring your car, boat and household items to New Zealand, free of customs charges."
Allyson Felix becomes the most decorated woman in Olympic track history
The 35-year-old has won six gold medals, three silver and now, one bronze — making her the most decorated female American track and field athlete in Olympic history.
Team USA's April Ross and Alix Klineman win gold in beach volleyball
It's the first gold in the sport for Team USA since 2012.
Thousands in Greece and Turkey flee fires that display "reality of climate change"
"We're talking about the apocalypse. I don't know how to describe it," the head of one town's coast guard says.
Olympics shine light on repression of athletes in Belarus
"To our great regret, now [in Belarus], you can lose not only freedom, but also lose your life," one athlete says.
Biden's U.N. ambassador on diplomacy at the Olympics: "A great opportunity"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Thomas-Greenfield said the games can help build better relations among countries.
Lionel Messi won't return to FC Barcelona, leaves club after 17 seasons
The club said a new contract cannot be signed because of "financial and structural obstacles."
USA's Nevin Harrison wins gold in historic women's 200-meter canoe sprint
The 19-year-old takes home the U.S.' first canoe or kayak sprint medal since 1992.
France makes "COVID pass" mandatory for all bars and restaurants
Summer in France is all about people-watching from sidewalk cafes, but from Monday, only those who have been vaccinated or have a negative COVID test will be able to do that.
U.S. expands citizenship eligibility for certain children born abroad
Children born abroad to couples who used assisted reproductive technology, like surrogacy, will now qualify for U.S. citizenship, even if the U.S. parent is not biologically related to them.
Wildfires force evacuations in southern Greece
The EU bolstered assistance to fire-stricken countries, sending 40 French firefighters and eight tons of material to help Greece.
U.S. women's soccer team beats Australia 4-3 to capture bronze
The reigning World Cup champions were led by Megan Rapinoe and Carli Lloyd, who had two goals each.
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