Afghan survivors struggle in the wake of deadly earthquake
More than 2,200 deaths as southeast Afghanistan grapples with aftermath of a powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake.
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‘God’s influencer’ Carlo Acutis to become first millennial saint
Italian cyber-apostle, who showed kindness to less fortunate, hailed for using precocious tech talent to spread word.
Israel bombs more Gaza City high-rises after forced evacuation orders
The Israeli army is systematically destroying remaining infrastructure as it moves to seize Gaza's largest urban centre.
Cancelled concert shows political, social rifts in Iran amid war tensions
The government's push for a public music event generates heated political interpretations over its intentions.
Tunisia flotilla eager to join Global Sumud mission to break Gaza siege
Activists want to end Israel's blockade of Gaza and expect to set sail on Sunday when flotilla from Spain arrives.
Thailand’s PM-elect names veterans to cabinet in bid to ‘bring confidence’
Economist Ekniti Nitithanprapas, executive Auttapol Rerkpiboon and diplomat Sihasak Phuangketkeow selected as ministers.
One year on, family of US citizen killed by Israel still seeking justice
Aysenur Ezgi Eygi's loved ones say they will continue to pursue accountability for her 2024 killing in the West Bank.
Anger in Seoul as Trump calls detained South Korea workers ‘illegal aliens’
Foreign Minister says 'deeply concerned' over detention of 300 South Koreans as opposition calls it a 'grave matter'.
Fact check: Have US workers gained $500 in wages this year?
US President Donald Trump says they have, but this is only half true.
What scientists have learned from the biggest ever collision of black holes
Massive black holes may not always be formed the way we thought.
After Trump jab, India’s Modi says ties with US still ‘very positive’
Modi's remarks follow Trump reaffirming personal friendship, downplaying earlier remarks about 'losing India' to China.
Australian neo-Nazi attack on sacred Indigenous site a worrying trend
Attack on site sacred to Aboriginal community followed an anti-immigration rally in Melbourne city.
Male-only succession rules overshadow Japan prince’s coming-of-age
Prince Hisahito is first male royal to reach adulthood in 40 years. He could also be last in world's oldest monarchy.
Shark attack kills surfer off Sydney beach in Australia
Middle-aged victim reportedly lost both his legs in the attack while his surfboard was cut in half.
LIVE: Israel kills more than 50 people as Gaza City endures deadly night
Israeli forces subjected the major urban centre in northern Gaza to another night of deadly bombing raids.
Xi, Putin video on ‘living to 150’ dropped as Chinese TV pulls permission
The unusually candid exchange between the world leaders was widely shared by broadcasters and on social media globally.
US Navy SEALs killed North Korean civilians during botched mission: Report
US special forces killed several North Korean fishermen diving for shellfish after encountering them by accident.
US weighs strikes on cartels in Venezuela, F-35 warplanes deploy: Reports
Ten F-35 stealth fighter jets reported to be joining US naval operation against Latin American drug cartels.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,290
Here are the key events on day 1,290 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Serbian police fire tear gas at protesters demanding end to Vucic rule
After 10 months of dissent, protests show no signs of dying down as fury at alleged government corruption grows.