50 years after the Vietnam War ended, its bombs continue to kill
US has channelled millions to clean up UXO but farmers and children continue to discover unexploded missiles.
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Counting begins in Guatemala after divisive presidential poll
Many Guatemalans disappointed at the choices after the authorities excluded three opposition candidates.
San Francisco’s new drag laureate wants you to be ‘more fabulous’
A new city-funded position aims to elevate drag performers at a time when anti-LGBTQ legislation is sweeping the US.
Five civilians killed, some ‘beheaded’, in southeast Kenya
The attack by al-Shabab occurred in villages that border Somalia, an area where the group often carries out raids.
‘All bets are off’: An uncertain future after Wagner mutiny
Speculation abounds on social media, but experts warn against drawing conclusions on the fate of the Wagner Group.
One killed, nine injured in roller coaster crash in Sweden
Police say nine people hospitalised after a roller coaster partly derailed at the Grona Lund theme park.
At least nine killed in Russian air strikes in Syria’s Idlib
More than 34 people wounded in bombings that also targeted a crowded market, rescuers tell Al Jazeera.
‘Largest Hajj pilgrimage in history’ begins in Saudi Arabia
The number of pilgrims this year is expected to break records at more than 2.5 million.
Afghan women being provided ‘comfortable’ lives: Taliban chief
Taliban's supreme leader says the status of Afghanistan's women as 'free and dignified human beings' has been restored.
‘Incomplete revolution’: Tunisia crackdown slammed by critics
Experts and family members of those arrested say the North African country is no more an Arab Spring success story.
Israeli forces say will clamp down on settler ‘terrorism’
Israeli security chiefs to beef up military presence and ramp up arrests of settlers attacking Palestinian villages.
Greek conservatives take commanding lead in new vote: Exit poll
Voters expected to give former Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis's conservative party a second term in office.
US’s Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier arrives in Vietnam’s Danang
The visit comes as the US and Vietnam look to deepen ties amid concerns about China's growing regional strength.
Last refugee held on Nauru arrives in Australia
While offshore policy is being wound down, campaigners say 'dark chapter' will not end until last refugees leave PNG.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 487
As the war enters it 487th day, these are the main developments.
Timeline: How Wagner Group’s revolt against Russia unfolded
Feud with Wagner Group is the biggest threat Russian President Vladimir Putin has faced to his rule.
Why is Indian Prime Minister Modi’s Egypt visit significant?
The trip is anticipated to pave the way for a substantial increase in India’s investment in the North African country.
Wagner mutiny reflects fault lines in Russia: Analysts
Ukraine war has produced 'entitlement-carrying actors' who have now clashed, moving the military action inside Russia.
Wagner revolt in Russia dims outlook for its operations in Africa
Mali and CAR sought closer ties with Russia and military support to fight armed groups in both countries.
Wagner boss calls off march on Moscow; agrees to exile in Belarus
Backdown by Yevgeny Prigozhin came after Belarus's leader negotiated with him to end the mutiny.