Four US citizens shot at, kidnapped in northern Mexico: FBI
FBI offers $50,000 reward after Americans abducted by armed men after crossing into border city of Matamoros.
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The fight for Bakhmut
Ukrainians have pledged to keep holding Bakhmut even as Russian forces encroach on the devastated city.
What happens if Ukraine retreats from Bakhmut?
The eastern city, long seen as a prize by Russia, has been the focus of fighting for months.
Climate change to cost Germany up to $960bn by 2050, study finds
Report released during debate on how Berlin could cut greenhouse gas emissions in challenging sectors like transport.
Egypt arrests dozens over alleged online crypto scam
Egyptian authorities say they have arrested 29 people accused of running an online cryptocurrency scheme.
China’s Xi urges private companies to ‘be rich and loving’
China's leader said private firms should share the fruits of their growth with employees more equitably.
Quake-hit Antakya communities seek role in saving rich heritage
Authorities set to start restoration imminently but some warn rush to rebuild could threaten ancient city's heritage.
Sorrow gives way to anger in Greece’s worst ever train crash
Many of the 57 people who died in Greece’s train accident were young, sparking fury across the country.
Bakhmut’s fall would not mean Russia is winning: Pentagon
Over the past week fighting near Bakhmut has intensified, with Russian forces attacking from nearly all sides.
Iran supreme leader orders punishment for schoolgirl poisoning
Ayatollah Khamenei says no doubt the poisonings are deliberate as a top judge suggests perpetrators may face execution.
Afghanistan universities reopen but women still barred by Taliban
The university ban is one of several restrictions imposed on women since the Taliban stormed back to power in 2021.
Taiwan warns China’s military may make ‘sudden entry’
Defence minister says Taiwan prepared to 'fire the first shot' if Chinese forces enter its territorial space.
Photos: Turkey-Syria earthquake, one month on
Ruins, rescues, rubble and hope a month on since the devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria.
Pakistan bans airing of Imran Khan speeches, suspends TV channel
Media regulator bars TV channels from broadcasting the former prime minister's speeches and news conferences.
Wagner: ‘Whole front will collapse’ in Ukraine as supplies stall
Lack of ammunition could force disastrous Bakhmut retreat of mercenaries fighting on the front line, Prigozhin says.
Israel air force reservists to skip training in Netanyahu protest
The reservists are angry at PM Netanyahu's attempts to change the Israeli judiciary.
‘Crush syndrome’ is debilitating Syria’s earthquake victims
Doctors say medical facilities in northwest Syria are unable to deal with the complications of crush injuries.
Holi 2023: Women and men engage in ritual, colourful battle
The 'Lathmar Holi' (Stick Holi) festival in twin towns of Nandgaon and Barsana attracts visitors from around the world.
Five killed in new Azerbaijan-Armenia clash in Nagorno-Karabakh
Two Azerbaijani servicemen and three Armenian officials killed in an exchange of fire in the contested enclave.
Syria condemns US general’s visit to Kurdish-held northeast
Foreign ministry condemns surprise visit by Mark Milley, dubbing it 'illegal', according to state media reports.