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.
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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.
Nepali breaks world record with 31st summit of Mount Everest
Kami Rita, a 55-year-old Sherpa known as “Everest Man”, first climbed the world’s highest mountain in 1994.
Trump wants Netanyahu to be on same page on Iran: Top US official
Kristi Noem says the US president 'wants peace' but will not allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon.
Inside Project Esther’s plan to silence pro-Palestinian activism
Trump’s crackdowns on universities closely match a right-wing roadmap to crush the pro-Palestinian movement.
King Charles III arrives in Canada amid tension with Trump
British monarch is expected to voice support for Canada's sovereignty against the US president's 51st state comments.
French farmers protest in Paris for law loosening environmental regulations
Farmers demonstrate against changes to legislation that would ease restrictions on pesticide and water use in farming.
Far-right Israelis storm Al-Aqsa, UNRWA compounds amid Jerusalem Day march
Some Israelis chant, 'Death to Arabs' and 'May your village burn,' as they march through Jerusalem’s Old City.
More than 95 percent of Gaza’s agricultural land unusable, UN warns
Israeli attacks on land, wells and greenhouses exacerbating the already critical risk of famine in Gaza, the FAO says.
Provocative march by right-wing Israelis raises tensions in Jerusalem
Right-wing Israelis chant anti-Arab slogans and march through Palestinian areas as they mark Jerusalem Day.
Ukraine accuses China of supplying Russian arms industry
Kyiv's intelligence chief 'confirms' that China is directly aiding Russia's arms industry.
Romania’s President Dan sworn in amid far-right claims of stolen election
Pro-European Nicusor Dan faces big challenges after defeating pro-Russian George Simion last week in a tense run-off.
Are Palestinian groups in Lebanon about to give up their weapons?
For decades, Palestinian groups have retained arms in Lebanon. Now Mahmoud Abbas and Joseph Aoun say that must end.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,187
These are the key events on day 1,187 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,187
These are the key events on day 1,187 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
US citizen charged with trying to attack US embassy branch in Tel Aviv
Joseph Neumeyer, who is also a German citizen, approached the building on May 19 with Molotov cocktails, officials say.