The Pakistani families caught in an endless cycle of blood transfusions
Many born with the genetic disorder thalassaemia major die before the age of 10. Donated blood can help keep them alive.
In Gaza, Palestinians reclaim small moments of dignity amid the ceasefire
Although haunted by loss and uncertainty, Palestinians find relief in wedding celebrations and cups of coffee.
Father ‘finally home’, says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel
The first of two bodies returned on Saturday has been identified as that of Ronen Engel.
Week in Pictures: From death of ex-Kenyan PM to Gaza ceasefire
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.
Second body handed over by Hamas overnight identified as Thai national Sontia Ok’Krasari – Ynetnews
- Second body handed over by Hamas overnight identified as Thai national Sontia Ok’Krasari Ynetnews
- Where Does the Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Stand? The New York Times
- Hamas Expected to Hand Over Body of Hostage on Monday Evening, Israeli Official Says Haaretz
- Israel says Hamas hands over ‘2 coffins of deceased hostages’ from Gaza AP News
- Israel identifies Sonthaya Oakkharasri as returned deceased hostage from Hamas i24NEWS
Crisis-hit Bolivia to vote in run-off election, ending decades of socialism
The vote marks a decisive rejection of the socialist government and a likely foreign policy shift closer to the US.
Taiwan opposition elects new leader who wants peace with China
Cheng Li-wun will take over the leadership of Kuomintang party on November 1.
Afghan Women’s Team: The Fight to Play
For the first time since the Taliban regained power in 2021, Afghanistan’s women’s football team will compete
Bernie Sanders condemns Trump and billionaires at ‘No Kings’ rally
US Senator Bernie Sanders denounced President Donald Trump and billionaires for ‘hijacking' democracy.
Iraq’s elections and Muqtada al-Sadr’s endgame of power
The Shia leader withdrew from the political process three years ago to position his bloc for a powerful return.
Five dead, two missing as Tropical Storm Fengshen soaks Philippines
Heavy flooding reported in several central Philippine islands, including Samar and Panay, forcing thousands to evacuate.
Millions of US protesters hold anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rallies
Demonstrations held in every US state as people condemn Trump's hardline tactics, calling for democracy and reforms.
Raul Fernandez wins first MotoGP at 2025 Australian Grand Prix
Fernandez becomes the seventh different winner this season with a maiden MotoGP victory at the Phillip Island circuit.
Beyond the rubble: The cost of a Palestinian state
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Father ‘finally home’, says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel – BBC
- Father 'finally home', says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel BBC
- Eleventh deceased hostage identified among two returned to Israel overnight, kibbutz says CNN
- Ronen Engel identified as one of 2 hostage bodies returned to Israel by Hamas overnight The Times of Israel
- Hamas returns bodies of two more captives, says Israel violating ceasefire Al Jazeera
- Identity of Second Body Handed Over by Hamas Saturday Yet to Be Announced Haaretz
Father ‘finally home’, says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel – BBC
- Father 'finally home', says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel BBC
- Eleventh deceased hostage identified among two returned to Israel overnight, kibbutz says CNN
- Ronen Engel identified as one of 2 hostage bodies returned to Israel by Hamas overnight The Times of Israel
- Hamas returns bodies of two more captives, says Israel violating ceasefire Al Jazeera
- Identity of Second Body Handed Over by Hamas Saturday Yet to Be Announced Haaretz
Hamas rejects US claim on Gaza ceasefire violation as ‘Israeli propaganda’
US State Department claims Palestinian group planning attack against Gaza civilians 'in grave violation of ceasefire'.
Reinier de Ridder loses to Brendan Allen at UFC Fight Night in Canada
De Ridder's four-fight UFC winning streak was snapped after he was unable to continue against Brendan Allen.
Millions turned out for anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests across US
The demonstrations against the US president - which Republicans had called "hate-America rallies" - were boisterous but peaceful.
Bolivia to vote in presidential runoff that will turn it to the right
End of almost two decades of leftist rule could revive ‘war on drugs’ in change of approach to coca cultivation
Bolivians go to the polls on Sunday in an election that, whatever the result, will mark a complete shift to the right after nearly 20 years under the rule of the leftist Movimiento al Socialismo (Mas).
The country’s first-ever presidential runoff pits the centre-right senator Rodrigo Paz Pereira, 58, who won the first round in August, against the rightwing former president Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga, 65, who in recent weeks has overtaken Paz Pereira in the polls.
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