Democrat and Republican go head-to-head in California governor race
California could have its first Republican governor since Arnold Schwarzenegger ended his two terms in 2011.
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‘Milestone’: Macron opens Paris monument honouring Rwanda genocide victims
President Macron, acknowledging France's 'responsibility' in the genocide, calls memorial a reconciliation 'milestone'.
What to know about Tuesday’s primaries in California, New Jersey, Montana
Voters in six US states are casting primary ballots that will set the battle lines for November's midterm elections.
Inside the billion-dollar business of getting a visa
An investigation reveals how visa giant VFS Global profits from millions of visa applications from the Global South.
Palestine weekly wrap: No respite for Eid as Israel kills dozens in Gaza
International isolation has deepened after reports of sexual abuse and the widening seizure of Gaza territory.
Lebanon hopes crunch talks in Washington will halt an Israeli invasion
What will Israel and Lebanon discuss in Washington, as Hezbollah and Israel continue to battle in south Lebanon.
Iran’s supreme leader appears more active as talks continue: US’s Rubio
Tehran has agreed to discuss previously off-limits aspects of its nuclear file, US State Secretary tells lawmakers.
US targets Brazil with new tariffs over trade practices
The US plans new 25 percent tariffs on Brazilian imports, citing issues like deforestation and digital trade practices.
US university sells dead bodies to navy for Israeli military training
The AJ+ documentary series Direct From investigates connections between body donations and Israeli military programmes.
Canada seeks USMCA renewal for 16 years, sector tariff discussions
Trade discussions between the two countries have been frozen since late last year.
UN tells world to brace for extreme weather as El Nino looms
Potential impacts, including floods, drought and heatwaves, could 'hit even harder' this year, UN chief warns.
Could Russia hit northern Europe if it gained control of Arctic’s Bear Gap?
Norwegian defence minister warns Russia could pose a grave risk and must not be allowed to control the corridor.
At least nine people killed, dozens wounded in Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russia launches 656 drones and 73 missiles at Ukraine overnight, according to Ukraine's air force.
Iran war day 95: Trump pushes Lebanon truce after Tehran vows to end talks
Trump says he persuaded Israel and Hezbollah to halt attacks, seeking to prevent a wider war in Lebanon.
Google parent Alphabet to sell $80bn in stock to fund AI plans
US tech giant says fundraising drive includes deal to sell $10bn of stock to Berkshire Hathaway.
US Defense Department bars journalists from its press office
Media freedom advocates condemn move as latest effort to curtail independent reporting on the US military.
Celebration, shock and scepticism follow Colombia’s presidential election
Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella beat left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the first round, upending expectations.
Iran war live: Trump talks to Hezbollah, Israel as Lebanon fighting surges
Israeli National Security Minister Ben-Gvir says 'time' to say 'no' to Trump and continue striking Hezbollah in Lebanon.
US court upholds injunction against Trump policy banning transgender troops
The decision was split, allowing the Trump administration to continue barring transgender people from enlisting.
Denmark gets new government as Greenland crisis persists
End of election deadlock will see PM Frederiksen continue her stewardship of response to Trump's Greenland lust.