How Strait of Hormuz dispute led to latest US-Iran cycle of fighting
Clashing interpretations of vague memorandum of understanding language on Hormuz at heart of escalation, analysts say.
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NYT-led group asks court to sanction OpenAI in US copyright dispute
The news firms allege ChatGPT maker is hiding evidence important to what could be landmark copyright infringement trial.
US military denies involvement after explosions heard in Iran
Iranian media report loud explosions in several locations as Israeli officials say war is 'not over'.
UK Labour’s Burnham apologises for response to Israel’s Gaza violence
UK's likely next PM Burnham pushes for ceasefire, tougher sanctions over Gaza violence and settlement trade bans.
Canadian PM visits Saudi Arabia to strengthen energy, mining partnerships
Carney and Saudi Crown Prince Bin Salman strengthen partnerships after years of strained relations under Trudeau.
South African protesters intimidate migrants as aid group issues warning
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warns of growing humanitarian needs as tens of thousands of African migrants displaced.
Why the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve matters amid US-Iran tensions
US oil reserves hit lowest levels since 1983 amid growing tensions with Iran and global supply concerns.
Two more men plead guilty in US for deadly 2021 human-smuggling truck crash
Five Guatemalan nationals have now plead guilty in the migrant smuggling case linked to the deaths of 55 migrants.
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill six people despite ‘ceasefire’
World Central Kitchen condemns air strike on aid driver, calls for accountability amid escalating Israeli violence.
Mexico to seek US criminal complaints over ICE-related deaths of citizens
Claudia Sheinbaum announces Mexico’s strongest response yet to deaths in ICE custody and during immigration enforcement.
Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak kills 39 in southern China
About 130,000 people have been evacuated from the Guangxi region while thousands of rescuers have been deployed.
Photos: Israeli attacks kill nine people, including two children, in Gaza
Israeli air attacks and gunfire kill nine Palestinians in Gaza despite ceasefire, medics say.
‘Double cross, first class’: Why India’s Modi wins so many foreign awards
The prime minister was presented with an award during a visit to the Seychelles, adding to his large trophy collection.
US court rules that Trump’s name must stay off Kennedy Center during appeal
Trump’s name was removed from the centre's facade and signage last month, after a judge ordered its removal.
US Senate nominee Platner halts campaign after assault allegations
A string of high-profile Democrats have withdrawn support for Platner following sexual assault allegation.
Confirmed Ebola deaths in DR Congo hit 600
The number of deaths comes as healthcare workers threaten to walk off the job over a delay in payments.
Trump to ask US Supreme Court for new hearing on birthright citizenship
In June, the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s order to end birthright citizenship for individuals born in the US.
South Sudan, 15 years on: Still fighting for peace
A stalled peace process, deepening humanitarian needs and economic challenges test the world's youngest nation.
Iran war live: Tehran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar after deadly US raids
Iranian official says US attacks over the past two days have killed at least 14 people and wounded 78.
Indonesia’s free meals programme plagued by alleged corruption and waste
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's initiative has been criticised for misdirecting resources to affluent regions.