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Families perform symbolic funerals for missing Nepal flood victims
Families in Nepal are performing symbolic funerals for loved ones still missing a week after the devastating floods.
Kenya’s aviation strike is over, but the dispute is far from settled
Years of wrangling over pay, union recognition and collective bargaining are now back on the negotiating table.
UN warns El Nino could be ‘off the charts’, strongest in decades
The World Meteorological Organization says forecasts show 100% likelihood that El Nino will continue through February.
Faith leaders say they were ‘duped’ into attending RSS-linked event
Faith leaders say they were ‘duped’ into attending RSS-linked event
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No end to torture of Gaza doctor Abu Safia in Israeli prison: What to know
Abu Safia, who has been under custody for nearly two years, continues to face abuse inside prison, his lawyer says.
Legendary Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko to retire from international football
The 40-year-old scored 73 goals in 151 appearances, making him Bosnia's most-capped player and all-time leading scorer.
Kyrgyzstan hosts pivotal SCO summit amid global geopolitical shifts
Kyrgyzstan balances ties with global powers while leveraging its geography to secure economic and political opportunities.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski to stand in by-election for Starmer’s seat
Zack Polanski announces candidacy for the Holborn and St Pancras seat to be vacated by British ex-PM Keir Starmer.
Yair Netanyahu, Israeli PM’s son, angers UK right over Falklands comment
Accusing the UK government of ‘hypocrisy’, Yair Netanyahu backs Argentina’s claims to the British-held Falkland Islands.
Will the US or China emerge as the AI superpower?
The US and China race to produce the world's leading artificial intelligence.
Rescue efforts continue as Nepal-China flood death toll surpasses 1,270
Authorities in Nepal use helicopters and zip lines to reach remote flood-stricken villages amid widespread destruction.
EU foreign ministers fail to break deadlock over Israel and Ukraine
EU officials met in Ireland but failed to agree on imposing trade sanctions on Israel or military support for Ukraine.
Norway seizes Russian ship in Arctic over Crimea compensation claim
Moscow challenges Norway's seizure of vessel, the Professor Molchanov, calling it an act of piracy.
Gulf insecurity fuels US energy dominance
The no-war, no-peace status quo with Iran increasingly benefits the US, its energy sector and its ally Israel.
Egypt’s Sisi welcomes China’s President Xi in Grand Egyptian Museum tour
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has given President Xi Jinping a tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza.
Photos: Symbolic funerals held in Nepal for missing flood victims
Symbolic funerals held in Nepal for those still missing after deadly floods in the Himalayan nation.
Good Good Golf CEO, president quit amid advertisement controversy
The advertisement faced severe backlash and prompted calls for a boycott of products from Callaway, which co-branded it.
NBA fines Clippers $30m, suspends several executives in Kawhi Leonard probe
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer suspended for one year; team disputes league's conclusions and validity of investigation.
Russia to close Goethe-Institut centres as Germany tensions escalate
Moscow to shut Goethe-Institut centres after Germany announces the closure of two Russian institutions.
OpenAI’s Sam Altman tells G20 AI will be as essential as electricity
‘A kid growing up today will never be smarter than AI.’
Alcaraz, Sabalenka ease into US Open third round; American players shine
Americans Ben Shelton, Jessica Pegula, Emma Navarro and Frances Tiafoe progress to the third round.
Iran Red Crescent urges ICC probe into deadly US strike on wedding party
Outrage grows over US strike that killed four people and wounded 67 at a wedding party in Kuhestak.
Pakistan’s Punjab allows ‘secret’ terrorism trials: Why it’s controversial
A single unnamed official can order anonymous judges, prosecutors and witnesses in terrorism cases, with no time limit.
China’s support for Iran shows its limits as US ramps up pressure on Tehran
Beijing's support for Tehran is balanced against other relationships in the region, analysts say.
EU remains divided over trade sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements
Irish Foreign Minister Helen McEntee says the bloc 'should be moving collectively' in upholding international law.
Eto’o calls on African football federations to support FIFA chief Infantino
Samuel Eto'o says a higher budget might have attracted the likes of Mbappe and Tchouameni to play for Africa instead.
Ghana reappoints Queiroz to lead Black Stars two months after stepping down
Carlos Queiroz quit the job after leading Ghana to the World Cup Round of 32 but has returned for an interim period.
Floodwaters sweep cars away in eastern China
Torrential rain triggered severe flooding across parts of eastern China, rushing down streets and sweeping away vehicles
Powerful storm hits Canada’s Toronto, cutting power to tens of thousands
Thunderstorm also causes severe flooding and forces flight cancellations at Pearson airport.