Bolsonaro, Lula go on offensive in Brazilian presidential debate
Right-wing President Bolsonaro has trailed behind left-wing former leader Lula in polls ahead of the October elections.
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Strong earthquake shakes western Indonesia, causes panic
Authorities say the magnitude 6.5 quake did not trigger a tsunami warning and urge residents not to panic.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 187
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 187th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Bitcoin drops below $20,000 over concerns on Fed rate hikes
The volatility has come amid uncertainty about the path and magnitude of Fed rate hikes & effect on riskier assets.
Excitement builds as NASA’s moon rocket readies for liftoff
Tens of thousands of people gather in Cape Canaveral for launch of NASA's Artemis mission to return humans to the moon.
Peru president’s sister-in-law sent to jail amid corruption probe
Court orders Yenifer Paredes held in pre-trial detention in latest criminal inquiry targeting president's inner circle.
Colombia, Venezuela restore full diplomatic relations
Colombian envoy to Venezuela arrives in Caracas as the neighbours normalise relations that were severed three years ago.
Five things to know for Africa Climate Week
Facing deadly drought and historic floods, African leaders will voice calls for urgent action at the Gabon meeting.
Cockpit fistfight between pilots leads to Air France suspension
France's air investigation agency said some pilots lacked rigour when it came to respecting safety protocols.
‘Hostile environment’: Turkey says Greek missiles locked on jets
Radar of a Greek S-300 missile system based on the island of Crete locked on to Turkish fighter jets, state media say.
Six dead as truck slams into Dutch village barbecue
Police say seven other people are hurt after a truck ran off the top of a road and ploughed into revellers.
Japan to push for Africa seat on the UN Security Council
'Moment of truth' for the UN, says PM Kishida as he urges reform to address 'the historical injustice against Africa'.
Major destruction after Israel targets missile facility in Syria
Syria's state media reported missiles were fired from over the Mediterranean to town of Masyaf but most were shot down.
Taliban accuses Pakistan of allowing US drones in Afghan airspace
Acting Minister of Defence Mullah Mohammad Yaqoob says American drones have been entering Afghanistan via Pakistan.
India demolishes 100-metre-high Noida ‘twin towers’
The towers, which were found to be in violation of construction regulations, were demolished after 9-year legal battle.
What we know about Libya’s worst fighting in two years
At least 32 people killed in the clashes amid fears of escalating violence in the country with two competing PMs.
US intelligence to probe security risks of Trump documents
Classified records kept at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate could include information on US intelligence gathering and spying.
Iran reviewing US nuclear deal response as Qatar mediates
Media affiliated with Iran’s security apparatus signals an Iranian response is not expected until Friday at least.
Photos: Pakistan monsoon flooding death toll tops 1,000
More than 30 million people have been affected by record monsoon rains and flooding in Pakistan over the last few weeks.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 186
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 186th day, we take a look at the main developments.