Afghanistan: Diplomats hasten exit as Taliban near Kabul
Craig TaylorUS troops arrive to help with evacuation efforts as militants seize a city an hour’s drive from Kabul. BBC News – US & Canada
US & Canada News
US census: Hispanic and Asian-American driving US population growth
Newly released data from the 2020 survey indicates slow population growth and a more multiracial US. BBC News – US & Canada
Michael Spavor: Canadian jailed for 11 years in China on spying charges
His sentencing is the latest development in a diplomatic spat between the two countries. BBC News – US & Canada
Andrew Cuomo: Time’s Up leader resigns over ties to governor
Roberta Kaplan was accused of trying to discredit a woman who said Mr Cuomo had harassed her. BBC News – US & Canada
Capitol riot: Off-duty Seattle police officers fired over assault
The officers stood by as Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the government building, an inquiry says. BBC News – US & Canada
Tokyo Olympics: Team USA beat France 87-82 to claim fourth straight gold medal
USA beat France to win their fourth basketball gold medal in a row. BBC News – US & Canada