UN suspects all sides in DR Congo conflict guilty of war crimes
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk calls for accountability for victims of 'horrific' atrocities.
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Aftershocks add to injuries from powerful quake in Afghanistan
More than 2,200 people were killed after a magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan over the weekend.
Fact checking Robert F Kennedy’s statements to Senate on COVID, vaccines
Robert F Kennedy Jr disputed claims by US senators on health policies, COVID-19 vaccines, and antidepressants.
Thai parliament elects Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister
The vote is a major blow to the Shinawatra clan, a mainstay of Thai politics for the past two decades.
Macron hopeful of US support to Kyiv’s security as 26 nations pledge troops
Twenty-six allies promise troops for Ukraine after fighting stops, as Russia shows no signs of being ready to end war.
‘It’s a war’: Marco Rubio labels Ecuadorian cartels ‘foreign terrorists’
The US diplomat suggested continued action against Latin American gangs while in Ecuador, days after a strike on a boat.
Air Canada flight attendants hold controversial wage vote
There are signs of discontent among Air Canada workers, as tentative agreement between union and airline is criticised.
Senate clashes with RFK Jr over vaccine policies and CDC firings
RFK Jr faces bipartisan criticism for allegedly undermining vaccine trust and reshaping public health leadership.
Sudan rescuers pull 370 bodies from Darfur landslides, many remain trapped
Bodies of 370 people recovered after a landslide struck in the remote Sudanese village of Tarasin after heavy rain.
In besieged Sudan city, civilians face death if they try to escape
Civilians trapped in el-Fasher say the RSF is targeting those trying to escape.
DR Congo announces new Ebola outbreak
Authorities suspect 28 cases of the deadly virus, with the latest recorded in the southern Kasai province.
Afghanistan earthquake death toll rises to 2,200
An aftershock hit the quake-hit area of Afghanistan on Thursday as aid organisations struggle to reach survivors.
Judge blocks Trump’s bid to cut $4bn in US foreign aid
Federal judge says Trump administration cannot refuse to spend funds appropriated by US Congress.
US Justice Department launches fraud probe into Fed Gov Lisa Cook: Report
Probe follows a lawsuit filed by Cook challenging Trump firing her from the central bank on mortgage fraud allegations.
In boat strike, Trump repurposes ‘war on terror’ for Latin American crime
Analysts warn the US is using its 'war on terror' playbook for potential extrajudicial killings in Latin America.
Washington, DC, sues to stop Trump deployment of National Guard
DC attorney general says ongoing deployment in US capital is illegal, as Trump floats sending troops to more cities.
Trump says he has pressured Putin for Ukraine truce: So what has he done?
US President Trump has threatened non-specific consequences for Putin if Russia fails to agree to peace with Ukraine.
Venezuela has the world’s most oil: Why doesn’t it earn more from exports?
Venezuela holds the world's largest proven oil reserves, more than five times more than the United States.
Nepal moves to block Facebook, X, YouTube and others
The restrictions come after the social media giants failed to meet state registration requirements, says government.
Climate change driving conditions for Iberian wildfires: Study
Portugal and Spain account for two-thirds of one million hectares of land destroyed by wildfire in Europe in 2025.