UN chief says Earth in ‘era of global boiling’, calls for radical action
Guterres dubs heatwave across the northern hemisphere 'terrifying' as he calls for radical action on climate change.
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Brazil grain silo explosions kill at least eight people; 11 injured
One person remains missing after a blast in a grain silo in Parana state triggers two more, authorities say.
Nigeria’s Bola Tinubu submits list of 28 cabinet nominees
In a shorter list than usual, Nigeria's president unveils list of ministerial nominees two days before deadline.
Residents lucky to be alive as wildfires rip through Tunisia, Algeria
Tunisia and Algeria are the latest countries struggling with intense wildfires amid soaring temperatures.
More than 20 dead, six missing as boat capsizes in Philippine lake
At least 23 people die after wind-tossed passenger boat overturns in Laguna Lake, near capital, Manila.
North Korea’s Kim shows off banned missiles to Russia’s Shoigu
North Korea says it fully supports Russia's 'battle for justice' as it shows off nuclear-capable missiles to Shoigu.
China faces faltering global image, survey finds
Pew Research Center study shows negative views of China across the world, especially in high-income countries.
Middle East Roundup: Israel’s bitter domestic dispute reaches crescendo
Deadly heatwaves are scorching the region and Sudan’s war surpasses 100 days – here’s the Middle East this week.
Israeli protests cast light on laws discriminating against Palestinians
Israel has passed laws that codify bias against Palestinians but did not meet similar uproar.
Timeline: A history of coups in Niger
Wednesday's events marks the fifth coup in the West African nation's history since it gained independence from France.
More than 900 people drowned off Tunisia this year: Interior minister
Feki on Wednesday told parliament that among the bodies found were 36 Tunisians and 267 foreigners.
Typhoon Doksuri heads for China after battering Philippines
At least 20 are killed after boat capsizes in Philippines; China, Taiwan issue severe weather alerts.
Who is Omar Tchiani, the suspected brain behind Niger coup?
The general has been in charge of the presidential guards since 2015 and was a close ally of former President Issoufou.
UK unlawfully housing unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors in hotels: Court
The High Court upholds a legal challenge brought by Every Child Protected Against Trafficking against the Home Office.
Sinead O’Connor’s Muslim identity missing in obituaries, some fans say
O'Connor converted to Islam in 2018, a key moment of her life some say is not highlighted in tributes.
‘Deteriorating security’: What led to Niger’s coup and what next?
Niger plotters cited worsening insecurity in their takeover speech, a go-to reason for recent coups in the Sahel.
Israeli far-right minister leads incursion of Al-Aqsa compound
The visit comes as some hardline Israeli Jewish settlers promote the destruction of the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Shia mourners in Kashmir allowed Muharram procession after three decades
Event held for first time in 34 years after officials banned it in 1989 when popular rebellion against New Delhi began.
Niger army pledges allegiance to coup makers
Army chief says in a statement the decision was necessary to avoid fighting within the armed forces.
Niger’s Bazoum: ‘Hard-won’ democratic gains will be protected despite coup
Foreign Minister Hassoumi Massoudou says 'all democrats and patriots' needed to help make the coup fail.