North Korea’s Kim Jong Un crossed into China via train, state media say
The North Korean leader is set to attend a military parade alongside Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin.
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Belgium to recognise Palestinian statehood, impose sanctions on Israel
FM Maxime Prevot says his country will recognise Palestine this month and impose 12 'firm sanctions' on Israel.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,286
Here are the key events on day 1,286 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Trump to grant former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani highest civilian honour
Giuliani played a key role in attempt to overturn Trump's loss in the 2020 election by promoting false claims of fraud.
Israeli forces kill pregnant woman and her unborn baby in Gaza City assault
Scenes of chaos play out in Gaza City as military closes in on panic-stricken residents facing forced displacement.
Maduro ready to declare ‘republic in arms’ if US forces attack Venezuela
The US has deployed military forces to the Caribbean in an operation said to target Latin American drug cartels.
Over 1,000 Labor Day rallies held across US to protest Trump
Tens of thousands gather under 'Workers Over Billionaires', pushing for livable wages and economic justice.
UK drops refugee family reunion applications amid anti-immigration protests
Move part of broader immigration crackdown as ruling Labour Party comes under pressure from hard-right Reform UK party.
Is US healthcare still using racist medical practices?
How racial bias in the US healthcare system almost cost one patient her life.
Foreign tourism to the US drops amid Trump-era policies
Tourism down in five out of six months, with experts linking decline to president's rhetoric and restrictive policies.
Guyana votes in elections amid oil boom debate and Venezuela tensions
Three-way race is on between President Irfaan Ali of PPP, Aubrey Norton of PNCR, and billionaire Azruddin Mohamed.
Sumud Flotilla for Gaza forced to turn back due to weather conditions
The severe winds and unpredictable nature of the Mediterranean make organisers decide to turn around and set sail later.
At least 800 people killed as earthquake hits eastern Afghanistan
Magnitude 6.1 tremor hits eastern provinces of Kunar and Nangarhar, and government spokesman warns toll could rise.
Why do shallow earthquakes cause more destruction than deep ones?
Even if two earthquakes have the same magnitude, their depths can make a big difference in how much damage they cause.
Israel committing genocide in Gaza, scholars group says
Leading genocide scholars formally declare that Israel’s war on Gaza meets the UN’s definition of genocide.
More than 250 media outlets protest over Israel murdering Gaza journalists
Media outlets have staged a front page protest to highlight the killings of more than 200 journalists in 22 months.
Deadly earthquake hits Afghanistan: What we know so far
Authorities say more than 800 people have died as floods and rubble hinder rescue efforts.
UK Muslims report vandalism, attacks amid controversial flag campaign
Agitators target a mosque and assault Muslims as the St George flag is flown widely following anti-immigration protests.
Houthis fire missile at Israeli-owned tanker after prime minister killed
The missile attack comes amid Houthi pledges to target Israel-linked shipping over its ongoing war in Gaza.
The Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza: Everything you need to know
More than 50 ships are heading to Gaza to challenge Israel’s illegal blockade and deliver urgent humanitarian aid.