Swiss right-wing plan to cap population rejected by narrow margins
Swiss voters reject a proposed population cap that would cap the country’s population at 10 million.
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Medical teams in Goma face mistrust from relatives of Ebola victims
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have spiked up to 782.
Six people killed as helicopters collide over Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Two helicopters collided in midair before crashing into car park of electric vehicle dealership, fire service says.
Lewis Hamilton wins first F1 race with Ferrari in Barcelona
Seven-time world champion's maiden victory for the Italian manufacturer is also his first F1 win in nearly two years.
The president, the billionaires and the news
A media industry weakened by marauding billionaires is dealing with a US president eager to bend it further.
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Twelve killed in plane crash in US state of Missouri
Plane crashes near Butler Memorial Airport near Kansas City, with authorities reporting skydivers on board.
Germany hit Curacao for seven to open their World Cup
Four-time winners Germany thrash World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1 in their first group game on Sunday.
Israel welcomes Somaliland president in ‘historic’ visit
Israel hosted Somaliland's President on a landmark visit to Jerusalem after recognising it as an independent state.
Israel expands military control in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria by 1,000sq km
AJ probe: Israel expands military control by 1,000sq km on three fronts, using land grabs to mask strategic failures.
‘Losing three years set us back 20’: Palestinian football’s future in peril
The suspended Palestinian league is squeezing a generation of footballers, with little certainty about the future.
Trump says Israeli attacks on Beirut unjustified, puts Iran deal at risk
Trump has commented on Truth Social, condemning Israeli attacks on Beirut as the cease fire is to be extended.
Ibram X. Kendi: Is the US inherently racist?
Has America failed to confront its racial past? Ibram X. Kendi on race, identity and the anti-racism backlash.
Is the G7 still relevant?
G7 country leaders meet in France this week for their annual summit amid changing geopolitical dynamics.
Thousands protest as Trump, other world leaders set to meet for G7 summit
Activists rally in Geneva to denounce policies of G7 countries ahead of group's annual meeting this week in France.
Al Jazeera reports from Israeli attack site in southern Beirut
Al Jazeera reports from the site of an Israeli attack on a residential building in southern Beirut.
Knicks fans set bus alight during celebrations
Footage shows a World Cup shuttle bus set into flames amid chaotic celebrations following Knicks NBA win.
Analyst says what attacks on Lebanon could mean for potential US-Iran deal
Israeli affairs analyst Dan Perry explains how the US, Israel and Iran may react as they get closer to an agreement.
Netherlands 2-2 Japan: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
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Netherlands vs Japan live: World Cup 2026
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‘Unacceptable’: London protesters slam illegal Israeli settlement land sale
Demonstrators denounce event promoting Israeli settlement land and property sales as a violation of international law.
UK forces seize suspected Russian oil tanker accused of funding Ukraine war
British armed forces intercepted an oil tanker believed to be part of Russia’s sanctioned shadow fleet.
Trump makes endorsement in key Georgia Republican US Senate run-off
Trump picks Mike Collins over Derek Dooley in race to determine who will face Democrat Jon Ossoff in November midterms.
Trump condemns Israel’s attack on Beirut as Iran says US responsible
Trump calls for no more attacks, says deal to end war still close, as Iranian officials vow strong response.
Trump condemns Israel’s attack on Beirut, says Iran deal still close
Donald Trump says there should be 'no more attacks' by Israel or Hezbollah on 'special day' when deal could be signed.
Trump condemns Israel attack on Beirut, says Iran deal still close
Trump says there should be 'no more attacks' by Israel or Hezbollah on 'special day' when deal could be signed.
EU set to hold membership talks with Ukraine
EU set to hold membership talks with Ukraine
‘We were herded like animals’: Freed from Boko Haram captivity
More than 360 people abducted by Boko Haram have been rescued in northeastern Nigeria.
US asks Anthropic to block global access to top AI models: Why it matters
Foreigners barred from accessing top AI models, underscoring Donald Trump's policy of export controls over high tech.