Climate crisis triggers spike in lightning strike deaths in India
About 2,500 people die in lightning strikes in India each year, government data shows, compared with just 45 in the US.
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Japan’s Prime Minister Suga to drop out of party election
Japanese leader saw his support sink below 30 percent as the nation struggles with its worst wave of COVID-19 cases.
S Korea developing missile as powerful as nuclear weapon
3-tonne missile designed to destroy underground facilities by penetrating tunnels to nullify nuclear launches.
Taliban expected to announce formation of government: Live News
The shape the Taliban government will take, and who will lead, could be announced as some humanitarian flights resume.
UK announces new sanctions against Myanmar
United Kingdom alleges conglomerate Htoo Group and founder Tay Za are linked to arms deals on behalf of coup leaders.
Ex-prosecutor indicted for misconduct in Ahmaud Arbery death
Former DA Jackie Johnson is charged with violating her oath of office and hindering a law enforcement officer.
Biden, Democrats look to counter Texas abortion ban
Democrats plan to debate and vote on legislation aimed at stopping states from enacting tough anti-abortion regulations.
Israeli troops kill Palestinian during Gaza blockade protest
Gaza health authorities say at least 15 other Palestinians, including a child, were wounded by Israeli fire.
DRC gov’t says 12 people died after Angola mine tailings leak
Environment minister says Congo would ask for reparations for the damage caused without specifying an amount.
Exxon taps US strategic oil reserve in aftermath of Ida’s wrath
The oil company will get 1.5 million barrels of US Department of Energy-supplied crude for its Baton Rouge refinery.
Russia warns Google, Apple over Kremlin critic Navalny’s app
Media regulator warns Western tech giants could be held criminally liable if they do not comply with Russian law.
Thailand: Thousands join Bangkok rally demanding PM’s resignation
Demonstrators blame Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha for the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic,
Jury for Elizabeth Holmes fraud trial selected in California
The 12-member panel of seven men and five women was sworn in on Thursday.
Leaders of Egypt, Jordan, Palestinian Authority meet in Cairo
Mahmoud Abbas says PA is ready to take 'confidence-building steps' and achieve calm in occupied Palestinian territories.
Uganda: Top academic arrested over ‘espionage, illegal stay’
Lawrence Muganga, vice-chancellor of Victoria University, arrested by joint security forces, military says.
Ida death toll rises after storm hammers US Northeast
The hurricane's remnants dropped devastating rainfall in four US states killing at least 45 and causing major flooding.
Police officers charged in George Floyd’s death oppose TV trial
Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao do not want their trials to be broadcast like Derek Chauvin's.
China’s Xi plans new stock exchange for small, medium-sized firms
Chinese President Xi Jinping did not give a date for the establishment of the new stock exchange.
WhatsApp fined $266M by EU privacy watchdog over data breach
Ireland's Data Protection Commission found violations in the way WhatsApp explained how it processed users' data.
Famed Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis dies at 96
Tributes pour in for music giant, politician and activist after the announcement of his death in Athens.