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Common projections shrink the size of Africa, but experts have long debated whether creating a precise map is possible.
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German court rejects Peruvian farmer’s climate case against RWE
Judge rules that companies 'may be obligated to take preventive measures' to counter their emissions.
US-backed Gaza aid model ‘distraction from atrocities’, UNRWA chief says
Philippe Lazzarini's remarks come a day after a deadly incident at an aid distribution centre in Rafah.
Gulf states, China take centre stage at summit of Southeast Asian nations
The GCC, China, ASEAN countries pledged to promote trade and work to 'unleash the full potential of our partnership'.
Aboriginal man, 24, dies in police custody in Australia’s NT
NT police say 'the man stopped breathing' shortly after officers restrained him in a supermarket.
Was the shooting of Israeli embassy staff at Jewish museum a false flag?
Authorities are investigating the fatal shootings outside the Capital Jewish Museum as hate crimes and 'terrorism'.
Israel attacks Yemen’s Sanaa airport; Houthis say won’t deter Gaza support
Four strikes hit the runway and a Yemenia Airways plane, according to Houthi-affiliated media report.
Israeli forces raid foreign exchange shops in occupied West Bank; one dead
Palestinian groups slam the raids targeting exchanges in several cities in a widespread operation in the territory.
NPR sues Trump administration for cutting US federal funding
The lawsuit alleges the Trump administration's move to cut funding to public media violates the US's First Amendment.
US Supreme Court rejects Native American case against large copper mine
High court declines to hear bid to block a project that an Apache Indigenous group says would destroy a religious site.
How common is Israel’s use of human shields in Gaza and the West Bank?
Army under pressure to provide answers amid growing evidence that orders to use Palestinians as 'fodder' come from top.
Trump Media to raise $2.5bn to invest in Bitcoin
Trump Media says the money will be used to create a 'Bitcoin treasury'.
Why are the US and EU struggling to reach a trade deal?
Trump's U-turn sees European leaders call for ‘lowest possible’ tariffs after levies postponed from June 1 to July 9.
US, Europe lift ‘range restrictions’ on Ukraine missiles: Why it matters
German leader Merz confirms Kyiv can now target Russian military positions with long-range weapons from Western allies.
At least five reported killed in large explosion at China chemical plant
More than 200 emergency workers respond to blast and blaze in Weifang in Shandong province, China state media report.
Charles III to give ‘Speech from the Throne’ in Canada: What to know
The brief trip carries symbolic weight and reinforces Canada’s historical ties to the monarchy, amid threats from Trump.
Far-right figure Tommy Robinson released early from UK prison
Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was originally scheduled for release in late July.
‘Betrayal’ or ‘win-win’?: Britain’s EU deal reopens old wounds
Polls suggest most Britons want closer ties with the EU, but some believe the new deal violates Brexit's mandate.
Drone war, ground offensive continue despite new Russia-Ukraine peace push
Tit-for-tat drone attacks as Russia blames Ukraine and Europe for efforts to disrupt diplomacy.
US-Israel scheme dispenses Gaza aid as UN says 180,000 displaced in 10 days
The United Nations slams GHF plan as ‘distraction’ amid global condemnation, as death toll in enclave surpasses 54,000.