Heatwave scorches east Europe as Slovakia, Czechia see record temperatures
Some 130 million people in Central and Eastern Europe endure temperatures above 35C (95F) as heat records set.
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Caracas park helps children cope through activities after twin quakes
A public park in Caracas has been transformed into a hub of activities for children to help them cope after twin quakes.
Watch World Cup Day 19: Morocco beats Netherlands; Germany crashes out
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
EU gets tough on China as trade imbalance stokes deindustrialisation fears
Talks between EU trade commissioner and Chinese commerce minister come as bloc seeks to limit influx of Chinese imports.
What to know about the Colorado primary elections in the US
The western state is the latest to see fierce contests between the Democratic Party's progressive and centrist wings.
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Ivory Coast vs Norway: FIFA World Cup Round of 32: Prediction, how to watch
Erling Haaland's Norway face Yan Diomande-powered Ivory Coast, as the pair clash for a place in the round of 16.
Millions in India’s Bengal risk losing welfare benefits over voter deletion
Controversial revision of electoral rolls removed millions. Now, the BJP says they are not eligible for government aid.
Millions in India’s Bengal risk losing welfare benefits after vote deletion
Controversial revision of electoral rolls removed millions. Now, the BJP says they are not eligible for government aid.
How each prime minister broke Britain’s economy
How each prime minister broke Britain’s economy
At the World Cup, the media has set up a moral checkpoint
While US and European players just get to play football, Global South footballers are questioned about politics.
DR Congo says 1,307 Ebola cases confirmed, including 377 deaths
Outbreak spreads to a fourth province, Haut-Uele, bordering South Sudan and the CAR, according to a media report.
Screen time calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?
The average user spends roughly two hours, 39 minutes on social media daily, adding up to more than 40 days a year.
Social media calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?
The average user spends roughly two hours, 39 minutes on social media daily, adding up to more than 40 days a year.
WhatsApp to let users go by usernames, not phone numbers
WhatsApp says the feature is designed to give its three billion users a new layer of control over who can contact them.
Peru elects Keiko Fujimori in victory for Latin American right
Peru's conservative president-elect Keiko Fujimori vows that the ‘doors to dialogue will always be open.’
What is Iran looking for in any upcoming talks with the US?
Strait of Hormuz, frozen funds, Lebanon at forefront of the minds of Iran's negotiators ahead of potential talks.
In pictures: Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 1,700
Rescuers race to find survivors in Venezuela's quake-hit areas as families cling to hope amid widespread devastation.
Moment drone hits vehicle in Zaporizhzhia
Video shows the moment a vehicle was damaged by a drone in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.
Paraguay declares holiday after beating Germany in World Cup upset
Paraguay has declared a national holiday after its national team stunned four-time champions Germany
Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui gets 30 years in US prison for huge fraud
A federal judge said Guo's fraud cost more than 1,000 people worldwide hundreds of millions of dollars.
Heartbroken Iran exit World Cup amid silver lining of Mexican hospitality
In their three weeks in Tijuana, Iran's players established a reciprocal relationship of love and respect with Mexicans.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir returns to daily life after deadly protests
Shops reopened and public transport services partially resumed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir after weeks of protests.
Nerves and tears as Germany exits World Cup on penalties
Germany fans watched from Berlin’s Sony Centre as Paraguay stunned the four-time world champion 4-3 on penalties.
Trump tells US petrol retailers to reduce prices ‘immediately’
US president warns of 'big problems' if retailers do not cut prices at the pumps, condemns illegal gouging.
Morocco beat Netherlands in dramatic World Cup shootout to reach last 16
Morocco come from behind to knock the Netherlands out in the round of 32, beating them 3-2 on penalties.
Morocco through to World Cup round of 16 with shootout win over Netherlands
Morocco came from behind to knock the Netherlands out in the round of 32, beating them 3-2 on penalties.
How Germany were handed a World Cup humbling and what it means to Paraguay
As well as Gill's heroics, Paraguay's unlikely victory was founded on coach Alfaro's unshakeable faith in his defenders.
US education faces ‘a crisis for low-wealth students’
Andre Perry tells This is America that going to college still pays, but low-wealth students carry most of the debt.
Police hunt for suspect after three wounded in Monaco blast
Ukrainian oligarch reported to be among injured in explosion at residential building in the Mediterranean principality.
Mourners light candles after deadly German shelter shooting
Residents lit candles on Monday evening near the site of a shooting that killed six staff members at a German shelter.