Typhoon Gaemi lashes China after pounding Taiwan, Philippines

The storm has affected almost 630,000 people in China's Fujian so far

Italy appoints ambassador to Syria to 'turn spotlight' on country

Italy appoints ambassador to Syria to 'turn spotlight' on country

Sri Lanka to elect new president on Sept 21 amid critical economic reforms

Nominations for the election have to be submitted on Aug 15

Takeaways from an investigation into deaths of over 50 Ukrainian POWs in a barracks 2 years ago

Takeaways from an investigation into deaths of over 50 Ukrainian POWs in a barracks 2 years ago

Polish border migrant crisis: bill to allow use of arms sparks rights concerns

The bill would allow security services to use force including firearms on the border

Rough seas hamper Taiwan efforts to rescue sailors stranded by Typhoon Gaemi

The typhoon injured more than 700 people and killed seven

Who's going to run in Sri Lanka's presidential election?

Almost 17 million of the 22 million population are eligible to vote

China, S.Korea should avoid external interference, Chinese foreign minister says

Wang and Cho also agreed to maintain close and strategic communication

US promises $240 million to improve fish hatcheries, protect tribal rights in Pacific Northwest

US promises $240 million to improve fish hatcheries, protect tribal rights in Pacific Northwest

Harris will carry Biden's economic record into the election. She hopes to turn it into an asset

Harris will carry Biden’s economic record into the election. She hopes to turn it into an asset

Wounded in a strike that killed her family, a 2-year-old joins Gaza's ranks of thousands of orphans

Wounded in a strike that killed her family, a 2-year-old joins Gaza’s ranks of thousands of orphans

With uncertainty across the Atlantic, Europe worries about its own security

With uncertainty across the Atlantic, Europe worries about its own security

Harris tells Netanyahu 'it is time' to end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home

Harris tells Netanyahu ‘it is time’ to end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home

Asian shares mostly advance after Wall St comeback from worst loss since 2022

Asian shares mostly advance after Wall St comeback from worst loss since 2022

Vietnam Communist Party chief's funeral draws thousands of mourners, including world leaders

Vietnam Communist Party chief’s funeral draws thousands of mourners, including world leaders

EU sends first $1.6 billion from frozen Russia assets to Ukraine

EU sends first $1.6 billion from frozen Russia assets to Ukraine

UK drops plans to challenge ICC arrest warrant request against Benjamin Netanyahu

UK drops plans to challenge ICC arrest warrant request against Benjamin Netanyahu

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her expected but crucial support

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her expected but crucial support

Thai opposition leader hopeful in Move Forward's battle for survival

Pita Limjaroenrat led the Move Forward to victory in last year's election

Scholz concerned about death sentence for German national in Belarus

Scholz concerned about death sentence for German national in Belarus

G20 financial chiefs to flag global economic 'soft landing', warn of risks from war

G20 financial chiefs to flag global economic 'soft landing', warn of risks from war

Belarus president promises to expand cooperation with North Korea

Belarus president promises to expand cooperation with North Korea

China says relations with Japan at 'critical stage'

Relations between the neighbours have been testy in recent years

Eurostar cancels a quarter of all services, urges against travel

Eurostar cancels a quarter of all services, urges against travel

Russian ex-defence minister arrested for corruption

Russian ex-defence minister arrested for corruption

With big goals and gambles, Paris aims to reset the Olympics with audacious Games and a wow opening

Once opening ceremony fireworks have become memories, the City of Light will then become playground

'Deadpool & Wolverine' brings Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and some friends to jolt Comic-Con

The crew behind the film joined the audience in the crowd for the screening and came back on stage

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Harris in video of live call

"Michelle and I couldn't be prouder to endorse you and to do everything we can to get you through"

Publisher plans massive 'Hillbilly Elegy' reprints to meet demand for VP candidate JD Vance's book

After Trump’s stunning victory in 2016, the book was widely cited as essential reading for opponents

UN puts 4th century Gaza monastery on endangered site list

UNESCO said the site had been put on the endangered list at the demand of Palestinian authorities

France's high-speed railway hit by 'sabotage' hours before Olympics

"This is a massive attack on a large scale to paralyse TGV network and many routes would be closed"

Pharrell advocates for reviving arts competitions for 2028 Olympics at Louis Vuitton event

He passionately shared his goal to see the tradition revived by the Olympics in 2028

Imprisoned Imran Khan to run for Oxford University chancellor slot

Khan obtained a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) from University of Oxford

G20 agree to work on Brazil's 'billionaire tax' idea, implementation seen difficult

Brazil has spurred discussion of a proposal to levy a 2% wealth tax on fortunes over $1 billion

Devastating wildfire burns down part of western Canadian tourist town

Parks Canada said there had been a "significant loss" of buildings inside Jasper town

North Korean hackers stealing military secrets, say US and allies

The hackers are believed to be part of North's intelligence agency, Reconnaissance General Bureau.

US arrests Mexican drug lord 'El Mayo' and El Chapo's son in Texas

Both Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, the son of El Chapo, face multiple charges in the US.

Kamala Harris is using Beyoncé's 'Freedom' as her campaign song: What to know about the anthem

Democrats across the board have been saying freedom is at stake,” says Tinsley

Harris gains ground in polls as Trump tries to brand her a Marxist

Harris' swift emergence as successor to President Biden has shaken up a stagnant presidential race

Israel seeks changes to Gaza truce plan, complicating talks, sources say

Israel says that displaced Palestinians should be screened as they return to the enclave's north

In Rio, G20 finance ministers to mull taxing the super-rich

It is a key priority of Brazil’s leftist president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Trump discusses US wiping Iran 'off the face of the Earth'

Relations between Washington and Iran have long been strained.

Biden, Harris press Netanyahu over humanitarian situation, ceasefire in Gaza

Harris said she raised her serious concerns about the scale of human suffering in Gaza

Israeli army says it has recovered bodies of five hostages killed on October 7 from Gaza

Their bodies were retrieved from the area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza.

UN human rights chief calls on Bangladesh to disclose protest crackdown details

Last week's violence killed at least 193 people including several police officers.

Humanity suffering from 'extreme heat epidemic,' UN chief warns

Guterres repeated his call for humanity to fight its "addiction" to fossil fuels.

India and UK launch tech initiative as new British foreign minister makes his first official visit

India and UK launch tech initiative as new British foreign minister makes his first official visit

Myanmar violence, South China Sea tensions are top issues as Southeast Asian diplomats meet in Laos

Myanmar violence, South China Sea tensions are top issues as Southeast Asian diplomats meet in Laos

Russia, China turn to digital payments as sanctions hamper bilateral trade settlements

Russia, China turn to digital payments as sanctions hamper bilateral trade settlements

India and China agree to approach border issues with urgency

Both countries have been uneasy neighbours for decades

Thousands fill Washington's streets to protest Israel's war in Gaza during Netanyahu visit

Thousands fill Washington’s streets to protest Israel’s war in Gaza during Netanyahu visit

Kenyan protesters detained in march to honour fallen comrades

More than 50 people have been killed since mid-June

Trump turns his full focus on Harris at first rally since Biden's exit from 2024 race

Trump turns his full focus on Harris at first rally since Biden’s exit from 2024 race

Typhoon Gaemi hits Chinese seaboard, widespread flooding feared

Ahead of its arrival, 240,800 people in Fujian were evacuated

Russia's Putin hosts Syria's Assad in the Kremlin as tensions rise in the Middle East

Russia’s Putin hosts Syria’s Assad in the Kremlin as tensions rise in the Middle East

Biden's speech: Warnings about Trump without naming him, a hefty to-do list, and a power handoff

Biden’s speech: Warnings about Trump without naming him, a hefty to-do list, and a power handoff

Cease-fire talks face delays after Netanyahu's fiery speech to Congress

Cease-fire talks face delays after Netanyahu’s fiery speech to Congress

French police arrest second 18-year-old man suspected of planning attacks

France is on high alert as it gears up to host millions of visitors for Olympic Games

Death toll from Ethiopia landslides could jump to 500, UN says

Heavy rains triggered a landslide burying people in the Gofa Zone

Who is Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela opposition leader?

Several members of Machado's inner circle have been arrested or are facing warrants

Who is Edmundo Gonzalez, campaigning to be Venezuela president?

Edmundo Gonzalez is 74-year-old former diplomat

South Africa's climate action too slow to meet its bold pledges

South Africa's climate action too slow to meet its bold pledges

Kenya's president Ruto nominates Douglas Kanja to head police service

Kenya's president Ruto nominates Douglas Kanja to head police service

Uganda police arrest more people protesting corruption

Uganda police arrest more people protesting corruption

Harris plans to continue to build presidential momentum in speech to teachers union

Harris plans to continue to build presidential momentum in speech to teachers union

Biden addresses US, as Trump and Harris trade barbs in reset presidential race

Momentum grew for the Harris campaign as ex-president Obama set to endorse her as party candidate

Frankfurt airport open again after climate activists block runway

A spokesperson for Frankfurt said around 140 flights had been cancelled out of 1,400 on Thursday

Frankfurt episode: Ministers highlight Pakistan flag's sanctity

A group of Afghans attacked installations at Pakistan’s consulate in Frankfurt, Germany.

US defends UNRWA after Israel moves to deem it 'terror group'

“UNRWA is not a terrorist organisation, and we urge the Israeli government to halt legislation"

Tanker capsizes off Philippines, one crew missing, battle to contain oil spill

MT Terra Nova, manned by 17 crew, was carrying 1,494 metric tonnes of industrial fuel

BASIC bloc slams 'leadership void' on climate change, finance

The bloc said the main task of COP29 talks in Azerbaijan will be setting new climate finance target

Typhoon Gaemi sinks freighter off Taiwan, heads to China coast

Gaemi made landfall around midnight on Wednesday on the northeastern coast of Taiwan in Yilan county

Gaza ceasefire negotiations appear to be in closing stages, senior US official says

The official, briefing reporters ahead of their talks, said the remaining obstacles are bridgeable

Protesters hoist Palestinian flags in Washington during Netanyahu speech

Pro-Palestinian groups and university students, including Jews, have been protesting in the US

World's richest 1pc gained $40 trillion in a decade: Oxfam

Despite this windfall, taxes on the rich had plummeted to "historic lows", the NGO added

Thousands protest in Washington as Netanyahu addresses US Congress

Thousands of demonstrators angry over the war in Gaza marched on the US Capitol on Wednesday.

Netanyahu speech shows he doesn't want ceasefire deal: Hamas senior official

Hamas senior official Sami Abu Zuhri said Netanyahu's speech was full of lies.

Israel carries out new raids in Gaza as Netanyahu visits US

The latest Israeli attacks destroyed homes in towns east of Khan Younis in southern Gaza.

Oil leaks, toxic emissions as Israel strike worsens Yemen pollution: NGOs

The Israeli strike on Yemen's Hodeida port has released hazardous emissions and caused fuel spills.

Burned TV station showcases anger at Bangladesh PM

Torn portraits of Bangladesh's independence hero litter a ransacked state television station.

Biden says time to pass torch to 'younger voices' in Oval Office address

"The defense of democracy, which is at stake, is more important than any title," Biden said.

Netanyahu is in Washington to address Congress ahead of cease-fire talks

Netanyahu is in Washington to address Congress ahead of cease-fire talks

UK, Germany sign joint defence declaration for closer cooperation

Britain's new defence minister John Healey signed the pact in Berlin

Whoever wins election, Venezuela faces natural gas problem

The gas problem is a key issue as a presidential election approaches on July 28

Mountainous Nepal's sad history of air crashes

Nearly 360 people had been killed in the country in 19 air crashes since 2000

Egyptian authorities host dialogue on detention after new wave of arrests

Most of those detained were swept up in a wave of arrests following calls for protests on July 12

Germany plans to hold general elections on Sept 28 next year

The cabinet has agreed to recommend the date to President Frank-Walter Steinmeier

Court charges at least 42 Ugandan youths over anti-graft protest

Protesters marched on different streets in the capital Kampala on Tuesday

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

ASEAN seeks to tackle Myanmar crisis, South China Sea tension

ASEAN's foreign ministers will discuss so far fruitless efforts to end a crippling conflict

Russia says US election upheaval shows schism in American society

Russia says US election upheaval shows schism in American society

PM's aide Rana Sanaullah attends ministerial forum at UNESCO headquarters

Rana Sanaullah attends ministerial forum at UNESCO headquarters

Ukraine's foreign minister seeking 'common ground' with China in talks on ending war with Russia

Ukraine’s foreign minister seeking ‘common ground’ with China in talks on ending war with Russia

Hunter Biden drops lawsuit against Fox News over explicit images featured in streaming series

Hunter Biden drops lawsuit against Fox News over explicit images featured in streaming series

Japan protests against Russia's entry ban on 13 mostly business leaders over sanctions

Japan protests against Russia’s entry ban on 13 mostly business leaders over sanctions

Defamation suit against Fox News by head of dismantled disinformation board tossed by federal judge

Defamation suit against Fox News by head of dismantled disinformation board tossed by federal judge

Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces his first House of Commons grilling from lawmakers

Britain’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces his first House of Commons grilling from lawmakers

Ukraine's largest music festival returns with a break from the inescapable reality of war

Ukraine’s largest music festival returns with a break from the inescapable reality of war

Kenya's Ruto names opposition members to new cabinet

More than 50 people have been killed in the protests

North Korean trash balloons land near South Korea's presidential complex

North Korean trash balloons land near South Korea's presidential complex

Netanyahu visit sparks wave of protests in DC, with all sides criticizing the Israeli PM

Netanyahu visit sparks wave of protests in DC, with all sides criticizing the Israeli PM

In Sean Wang's 'Dìdi,' a portrait of an artist as a young skater kid

One of Chen’s two daughters helped on set throughout the production

Trump takes fight against Harris to North Carolina rally

Trump will hold his first campaign rally since Harris emerged as his near-certain Democratic foe

Arshad Nadeem goes for the gold in Paris Olympics

Pakistan have not bagged any medal since the 1992 Olympics

Plane crash at Nepal's Kathmandu airport kills 18

The plane was carrying two crew members and 17 technicians to Pokhara city for maintenance checks

Sania Mirza shares glimpse of leisurely moments

Indian tennis star shares photos of her well-spent time with friends and family

China details expanded law on state secrets, eyeing data security

The rules are part of an overhaul of the state secrets law passed this year

World breaks hottest day record for second day in a row

The global average surface air temperature rose to 17.15 degrees Celsius — 0.06 higher than Sunday's

Typhoon Gaemi strengthens as it nears Taiwan, work halted, flights cancelled

They upgraded its status to a strong typhoon, packing gusts of up to 227 kph near its centre

Blast at Jose Cuervo plant in Mexico's Tequila kills at least five people

In a statement, the company confirmed the death toll from the accident at its Rojeña plant

Germany bans Muslim association for 'pursuing radical Islam'

In addition to the Hamburg-based IZH, its subgroups in Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin were also banned

Bangladesh partially restores telecommunication services as protests taper off

Restrictions will be relaxed for 7 hours on Wednesday and offices will be open from 11 am to 3 pm

Jewish activists arrested for protesting against US military support for Israel

The protesters wore red T-shirts bearing the phrases "Jews say stop arming Israel"

Harris leads Trump 44pc to 42pc in US presidential race, poll finds

That compares with a marginal two-point deficit Biden faced against Trump in last week's poll

John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, dies at 90

Mayall encouraged Clapton to sing and urged Green to develop his song-writing abilities.

Republican leaders urge colleagues to steer clear of racist and sexist attacks on Harris

“This election will be about policies and not personalities,” House Speaker Mike Johnson

Israel tanks advance deeper in southern Gaza as more ceasefire talks expected

Health officials said Israeli military strikes since Monday killed at least 80 people in Khan Younis

Kamala Harris could bring shift in Gaza war policy

Harris's outspoken stance on the Gaza war hints at a possible shift from Joe Biden's Israel policy.

Polio outbreak looms in Gaza's crippled health system

The WHO voiced alarm at the prospect of outbreaks of polio and other diseases in war-ravaged Gaza.

Thousands of protesters arrested in Bangladesh amid deadly unrest

At least 174 people have died, including several police officers.

July 21 hottest day ever recorded globally: EU climate monitor

Climate change is causing longer, stronger and more frequent extreme weather events.

More than 200 die in southern Ethiopia landslides

The death toll from two landslides in southern Ethiopia rose to at least 229, a local official said.

Death toll in southern Ethiopia mudslides rises to at least 157 as search operations continue

Death toll in southern Ethiopia mudslides rises to at least 157 as search operations continue

Thousands in Ukraine attend funeral of former lawmaker and critic of Russia who was killed in Lviv

Thousands in Ukraine attend funeral of former lawmaker and critic of Russia who was killed in Lviv

UK government scrapping use of a barge off English coast to house asylum-seekers

UK government scrapping use of a barge off English coast to house asylum-seekers

Death toll from Ethiopian landslides rises to 157

Death toll from Ethiopian landslides rises to 157

US Secret Service Director Cheatle resigns after admitting failure in Trump shooting

US Secret Service Director Cheatle steps down in connection with Trump shooting

The EU is putting new pressure on Hungary's Orban over his outreach to Russia

The EU is putting new pressure on Hungary’s Orban over his outreach to Russia

South Africa passes its first sweeping climate change law

South Africa passes its first sweeping climate change law

IMF to review Kenya's revised economic plan at end of August

IMF to review Kenya's revised economic plan at end of August

Harris steps into the limelight. And the coconut trees and memes have followed

Harris steps into the limelight. And the coconut trees and memes have followed

Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street breaks losing streak

Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street breaks losing streak

Israeli military says it has struck Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks

Israeli military says it has struck Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez to miss MLS All-Star Game

The MLS All-Star Game pits top players from league clubs against players from Mexico’s Liga MX.

Taiwan curtails annual war games as Typhoon Gaemi barrels towards island

Gaemi, the first typhoon of the season to affect Taiwan, is expected to make landfall on Wednesday

Macron's political gamble casts shadow over Paris Olympics

Walking around the Olympic Village on Monday, Macron defended his decision to dissolve parliament

Residents of eastern Canadian community menaced by wildfire can return home

About 9,600 residents of Labrador City in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador had to evacuate

Bangladesh to formally accept court ruling on job quotas after protests

The acceptance is expected to be published in the government's formal record on Tuesday, media said

India's Modi government says focus on employment and middle class in first post-poll budget

The government will allocate 2 trillion rupees ($24 billion) for job creation over the next 5 years

Growing cooperation between Russia and China in Arctic, Pentagon says

China and Russia have been working together to develop Arctic shipping routes

Iraq eyes drawdown of US-led forces starting September, sources say

US-led forces invaded Iraq in 2003, withdrew in 2011, only to return in 2014 to fight Islamic State

Fatah, Hamas agree to end divisions after China talks, as Biden hosts Netanyahu

A total of 14 groups are part of the Beijing Declaration

Harris secures delegates needed to become Democratic nominee for president

An AP survey showed Harris had the support of 2,538 delegates, well beyond the 1,976 needed

LeBron James scores final 11 points for US in 92-88 win over Germany as pre-Olympic tour ends

“I don’t think we’ve played our best offensive game yet,” Curry said.

Israel sends tanks back into Khan Younis area, 70 killed after new evacuation order

The Palestinians were killed by tank salvoes in the town of Bani Suhaila and other towns

Gazans flee after Israel orders safe zone evacuation over rockets

Hundreds of panicked Gazans fled after the Israeli military on Monday ordered the evacuation.

Desperate search: Gazans scour ruins for water

The water distribution network barely works after more than nine months of war.

West Bank village lives in constant fear of Israeli settler raids

Since the start of the Gaza war, Israeli settlement of the occupied West Bank has hit new records.

Yemen firefighters struggle against port blaze after Israel strikes

Firefighting teams on Monday struggled to contain massive blaze at Yemen's rebel-held Hodeida port.

Bangladesh PM Hasina says opposition to blame for deadly unrest, maintains curfew

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said curfew would be lifted when the situation improved.

How polls rate Kamala Harris's chances against Trump

Kamala Harris will only officially become the candidate at the Democratic National Convention.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards intercepted an UAE-managed tanker

Iran's Revolutionary Guards intercepted an UAE-managed tanker

Spain's PM summoned as witness in wife's alleged corruption case

Spain's PM summoned as witness in wife's alleged corruption case

Canadian community menaced by wildfire can return home

Canadian community menaced by wildfire can return home

Heading to Asia, Blinken aims to shore up Indo-Pacific ties and stress US commitment to the region

Heading to Asia, Blinken aims to shore up Indo-Pacific ties and stress U

Civilians killed and wounded as Russia and Ukraine trade attacks. Russia claims gains in the east

Civilians killed and wounded as Russia and Ukraine trade attacks. Russia claims gains in the east

Assailant kills 6 people and wounds 6 others at a care home in central Croatia, officials say

Assailant kills 6 people and wounds 6 others at a care home in central Croatia, officials say

Biden's withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges

Biden’s withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges

Russian troops mount pressure on Ukrainian logistics hub of Pokrovsk

Russian troops mount pressure on Ukrainian logistics hub of Pokrovsk

Hungary, Slovakia ask European Commission to mediate with Ukraine over Lukoil

Hungary, Slovakia ask European Commission to mediate with Ukraine over Lukoil

UK's Rwanda asylum scheme has cost 700 million pounds

UK's Rwanda asylum scheme has cost 700 million pounds

US Secret Service director on Trump shooting: 'We failed'

US Secret Service director on Trump shooting: 'We failed'

Russian court sentences journalist Kurmasheva to 6.5 years

Russian court sentences journalist Kurmasheva to 6.5 years

Biden's decision to drop out crystallized Sunday. His staff knew one minute before the public did

Biden’s decision to drop out crystallized Sunday. His staff knew one minute before the public did

Baby flamingos saved from drought-decimated lake in Algeria

A group of volunteers provided their cars and trucks to transfer 283 pink flamingos to Lake Mahidiya

Hollywood reacts to Joe Biden exiting the presidential race

Clooney argued that the party should pick a new nominee

UAE jails 57 Bangladeshis for protests: state media

Protests have swept Bangladesh this month against a quota system for civil service jobs

How many US presidents pulled out of election?

Biden is the first sitting president since 1968 to drop out of a presidential race

Hundreds of migrants leave southern Mexico on foot in a new caravan headed for the US border

The app only works once migrants reach Mexico City, or states in northern Mexico

On Biden, the Kremlin says the Ukraine war is more important

"We need to be patient and carefully monitor what happens," Peskov said

Bangladesh calm a day after top court scrapped some job quotas

There were no reports of violence or protests on Monday morning

Backed by Biden, Harris moves to lock up White House bid

Sources said the calls, aimed at blocking challengers, began immediately after Biden abandoned race

Explainer: Biden out of presidential race. What happens next?

Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee this year

Vice President Kamala Harris leads list of contenders for spots on the Democratic ticket

The president has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris

Biden's withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges

During a five-decade career in politics, Biden developed extensive personal relationships

Israel's latest airstrikes in Gaza kill at least 15 including children

Israeli airstrikes killed at least 15 people including women and children overnight in Gaza.

Hezbollah says fires rockets, drones at Israel

Lebanon's Hezbollah said it fired Katyusha rockets and drones at Israel on Sunday

Israeli settlers beat foreign volunteers in occupied West Bank

Israeli settlers attacked a group of foreign volunteers in the occupied West Bank.

Trump says Kamala Harris will be easier to defeat than Biden

Trump and his campaign later also attacked Biden and Harris on social media.

US presidential elections: Kamala Harris eyes America's last glass ceiling

Vice President Kamala Harris is gearing up to win the Democratic nomination for November election.

Russia says intercepted US bomber planes 'approaching' its border in Arctic

Russia on Sunday said two US bomber planes had approached its border in the Arctic.

China and Philippines reach deal to avoid clashes at disputed reef

The Philippines occupies Second Thomas Shoal but China also claims it.

Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, will serve out term

I believe the situation demands that I stand down, he says

Police: 3 killed, 6 wounded in 'exchange of gunfire' in gathering in Philadelphia; no arrests

Police: 3 killed, 6 wounded in ‘exchange of gunfire’ in gathering in Philadelphia; no arrests

Gunman in Trump rally attack flew drone over rally site in advance of event, official says

Gunman in Trump rally attack flew drone over rally site in advance of event, official says

Secret Service chief noted a 'zero fail mission.' After Trump rally, she's facing calls to resign

Secret Service chief noted a ‘zero fail mission.’ After Trump rally, she’s facing calls to resign

Nigeria's Dangote refinery in talks with Libya to secure oil

The $20 billion refinery was built by Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote

Trump holds first rally after assassination attempt with his new running mate, Vance, by his side

Trump holds first rally after assassination attempt with his new running mate, Vance, by his side

Despite debate setback, Biden campaign outraises Trump's in June

Biden’s campaign received $64 million in donations last month

China publishes policy agenda with few implementation details

The document follows the closed-doors Central Committee meeting

Bangladesh top court scraps most job quotas that triggered deadly protests, media say

The court's Appellate Division dismissed a lower court order that had reinstated the quotas

Bangladesh extends curfew ahead of court hearing on controversial job quotas

A curfew ordered late on Friday has been extended to 3 pm (local time) on Sunday

Israeli military says it shot down missile fired from Yemen

It said Arrow 3 missile defence system had shot down the projectile before it crossed into Israel

Wildfires in Canada's Alberta, British Columbia prompt evacuation orders

Alberta is in grip of 158 wildfire events and 319 active wildfires are burning in British Columbia

Doctors pull life from jaws of death as Israeli strikes kill 30 across Gaza

"The woman was taken to the operating room, but was already almost dead," surgeon Akram Hussein said

Israeli strikes kill 3, injure 87 in Yemen: Houthis

Most of the injured suffered burns in air strikes that targeted oil facilities and a power station