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US strikes kept Iran’s fishermen off Hormuz. They can no longer afford to stay idle

Aboard his boat moored along the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian fisherman Mohammad Amin mended a torn fishing net after a long day in waters that have long sustained his livelihood, but are now shadowed by the threat of death. It has been less than a month since the 47-year-old resumed his routine of waking before dawn, heading out to sea and returning hours later with the day’s catch – a routine he ha...

Iran not interested in deal that "makes sense" for U.S., Kushner says

President Trump's son-in-law and envoy said tTrump is focused on exerting economic pressure on Tehran.

At least 10 killed in Russian strike in northeast Ukraine's Kharkiv region, governor says

The Kharkiv region, parts of which are occupied by Russian forces, has been hit heavily since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Zambia's president wins second term with 60% of the vote

Hakainde Hichilema says he was “truly humbled” by the victory and promised to work for all Zambians.

Palestine weekly: Global outcry fails to break West Bank siege

Israeli settlers besiege Palestinian homes in West Bank, while Board of Peace goes back on Gaza disarmament deal.

Israel’s siege on Gaza is creating a breast cancer crisis

Al Jazeera looks at the devastating impact that Israel's war and siege on Gaza are having on women with breast cancer.

A Costa Rican mother saved for 9 years to buy land, then built her home

Canada battles the clock, politics in scramble to avert Trump’s tariffs

Canadian officials are making a last-ditch effort to negotiate a reprieve from 50-percent tariffs.

Ukraine launches over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas – Europe live

Russian-controlled regions, including the occupied Crimea, also reported heavy attacksUkraine launched over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas overnight, continuing its massive attacks on targets in Russia after even larger weekend strikes.Drones are believed to hit a warehouse of Russian e-commerce company Wildberries and other facilities near Moscow, Reuters reported. At least three peop...

Thailand to review pardon rules after release of 85-year-old drug lord brings backlash

Thailand’s justice minister pledged on Tuesday to review pardon criteria following backlash over the release of an 85-year-old drug trafficker who served less than a decade of a life prison sentence. Laota Saenlee, a former anti-communist guerrilla turned drug runner linked to powerful Myanmar drug kingpins, was arrested by undercover officers in 2016 for selling crystal meth in the Golden Triangl...

Man charged with manslaughter after dog-bite death in Wakefield

Man to appear in court charged over death of 55-year-old man who was bitten by dog on footpath on SaturdayA 55-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter over the death of a man who was bitten by a dog on a footpath.West Yorkshire police were called to reports of an altercation on the old train line footpath off Blacker Lane in the Calder Grove area of Wakefield on Saturday afternoon. Continu...

Russia warns UK of ‘consequences’ over reports Ukraine using British drones in attacks

Ministry of Defence rebuffs threats, saying UK ‘committed to providing equipment Ukraine needs to defend itself against Putin’s illegal invasion’Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time.Ukraine used drones made by two UK companies as part of a so-called deep strike campaign, the Sunda...

Indian student leader ends hunger strike after 16 days

Devendra Nath Mahto was part of a larger protest which began weeks ago, demanding exam reforms in Jharkhand state.

Man who raped daughter multiple times over a decade jailed for 22 years

A Hong Kong court has sentenced a man to 22 years in prison for repeatedly raping his daughter since she was 13, with the judge saying the penalty could not make up for the ordeal the victim suffered and calling it one of the worst sexual assault cases involving a biological father that he had ever seen. High Court judge Eric Kwok Tung-ming on Tuesday handed down the sentence to the 48-year-old de...

Man who raped teen daughter multiple times over a decade jailed for 22 years

A Hong Kong court has sentenced a man to 22 years in prison for repeatedly raping his daughter since she was 13, with the judge saying the penalty could not make up for the ordeal the victim suffered, and that it was one of the worst sexual assault cases involving a biological father he had ever seen. High Court judge Eric Kwok Tung-ming on Tuesday handed down the sentence to the 48-year-old defen...

Victoria moves to expand definition of ‘corruption’ before state election

Former Ibac head welcomes potential change that could capture actions that currently cannot be used to make corrupt findingsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBen Carroll has committed to changing the definition of “corruption” before the Victorian election in a move a former anti-corruption boss says could have captured the conduct of senior government figures had it been ...

Indian-origin teen built anti-cyberbullying tech in 2013; now runs non-profit rewarded by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Trisha Prabhu created ReThink, a mobile keyboard preventing cyberbullying by prompting users to reconsider offensive messages. This initiative grew into a global non-profit organization supporting millions of students worldwide. Prabhu's work earned her significant recognition and substantial funding for her impactful efforts. She continues to lead ReThink Citizens, promoting digital wellness a...

Australia politics live: Regulator yet to contact gambling operators after Luke Bateman’s allegations; Butler confident NDIS bill will pass Senate tonight

Government MPs agree to more than a dozen amendments made with the Coalition. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastChalmers calls gambling amendments ‘very substantial changes’Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the opt-out register on gambling advertising will be revenue neutral, because the gambling industry will have to cover the costs.These changes that we...

Israeli settler children attack ambulance in occupied West Bank

Video released by the Palestinian Red Crescent shows Israeli settler children attacking and blocking an ambulance.

Shakira and Warren Buffett's son announce rebuilding of schools in Chocó

The Colombian singer will not donate the announced one million dollars directly; it will be channelled via Global Citizen and promoter Live Nation, in which she is involved.

China censors public mourning as it holds former premier's funeral

While hailing Zhu’s legacy, authorities are wary that the nostalgia could lead to criticisms of Xi’s rule.

Ukraine's parliament returns with defence and foreign ministry crises unresolved

Ukraine's parliament reconvenes on Tuesday with the defence and foreign ministries still without permanent heads, a month after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abruptly dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister.

David Pocock condemns Labor-Coalition deal on gambling bill as ‘betrayal of all Australians’

Labor’s legislation to restrict gambling ads is set to pass this week, with the Greens calling the agreement ‘cowardly’Two Coalition MPs have crossed the floor after a deal between the major parties to pass Labor’s new restrictions on betting advertising and inducements, with cross-benchers and the Greens expressing anger and dismay at the contentious bill’s final form.Anthony Albanese and the com...

Wetherspoons pubs ban playing music or taking calls on phone speakers

Chain tells customers to ‘pipe down’ and use earphones instead, calling its venues ‘an oasis of tranquillity’The pub chain Wetherspoons has banned customers from playing music or taking calls on speaker after growing complaints about the noise.The company announced it had introduced the ban across its 792 pubs, saying sounds from smartphones and tablet computers had become an “increasing problem i...

Oil prices jump after US-Iran ceasefire expires and Trump threatens Oman

Brent crude rises above $90 a barrel for the first time since 30 July after US president tells Tehran to surrenderBusiness live – latest updatesOil prices have risen again after the two-month window to negotiate a peace deal in the US-Israel war on Iran expired on Monday with no end to the conflict in sight.Iran said on Monday that it would take a more aggressive stance if talks with the US failed...