Iraqis protest over killing of YouTube star by her father
Demonstrators hold placards saying 'stop killing women' and 'Tiba's killer must be held to account'.
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Austria avalanches kill at least 8 people
Authorities say five people killed on Sunday after three other deaths were reported in the mountains the previous day.
Will China exercise restraint after US downing of ‘spy’ balloon?
While bilateral tension has risen over the balloon incident, China and the US have been seeking to improve ties.
What is the ‘Arctic blast’ deep-freezing the US and Canada?
Recent temperatures of -78 Celsius (-108 Fahrenheit) are reportedly the lowest ever recorded in the United States.
Putin promised not to kill Zelenskyy: Ex-Israeli PM
Former Israeli leader says he received a pledge from Russian president: ‘I won’t kill Zelenskyy.’
Iran’s supreme leader pardons ‘tens of thousands’ of prisoners
Those released from prison include some arrested in recent anti-government protests.
Pope makes final appeal for peace at end of South Sudan trip
Catholic church head and other Christian leaders called for recommitment to the 2018 peace deal during the Africa trip.
Cyprus votes in presidential election as run-off expected
With 14 candidates in the running, opinion polls point to a race between three frontrunners.
What are ‘spy balloons’ and why are they used?
Surveillance balloons have a long history in espionage, and continue to provide some spying advantages, experts say.
Brutal cold snap hits northeastern US, shattering record lows
The Arctic air that descended on the northeastern US has brought record-setting sub-zero temperatures and wind chills.
Pervez Musharraf: The Pakistani ex-president’s chequered legacy
The former army chief, who seized power in a coup, died at the age of 79 in Dubai after a prolonged illness.
Chile wildfires spread as death toll rises
Firefighters in Chile continued to struggle to control dozens of raging wildfires that have killed at least 23 people.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 347
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 347th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Pakistani former President Pervez Musharraf dies aged 79
Former military ruler of Pakistan died at a hospital in Dubai following a prolonged illness.
Zelenskyy says situation in Ukraine’s east ‘getting tougher’
Ukrainian leader says Russia is throwing more and more troops into battle on the eastern front lines.
Chile expands emergency as deaths from wildfires rise
At least 23 people killed as dozens of wildfires torch forests in Chile.
Israelis rally for fifth week against Netanyahu’s judicial plans
Tens of thousands brave heavy rain in Tel Aviv to protest against government plans to weaken Israel's Supreme Court.
East African leaders urge ceasefire in eastern DR Congo
The call came after leaders of the East African Community held a summit in Burundi on Saturday.
Ukraine power substation fire leaves Odesa’s grid on the brink
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says the 'scale of the accident is significant' after fire at an electrical substation.
US downs suspected Chinese surveillance balloon
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the balloon was being used by China 'in an attempt to surveil strategic sites'.