Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 prisoners each in deal mediated by UAE
It is the second such exchange since Ukraine launched a surprise incursion into Russia's Kursk region on August 6.
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Iran launches new research satellite Chamran-1 into orbit
Tehran says its satellite launches are civilian in nature but West warns technology can be used for ballistic missiles.
Turkey buries US activist killed by Israel in occupied West Bank
Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, shot dead while protesting Israeli settlements, laid to rest in home town Didim in western Turkey.
South Sudan postpones December election by two years
Government says it needs more time to complete a census, draft a permanent constitution and register political parties.
Tunisia arrests dozens of opposition members in pre-election crackdown
Ennahdha party calls mass arrests an 'unprecedented campaign of raids and violations' before October 6 poll.
Myanmar’s military chief says foreign aid needed after deadly floods
More than 235,000 people have been forced from their homes after floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932
As the war enters its 932nd day, these are the main developments.
Black Myth: Wukong – Why the Chinese game is taking the world by storm
The game sold more than 10 million copies within three days, becoming the most successful Chinese game of all time.
Biden slams Trump for attacks on Haitian Americans: ‘This has to stop’
The US president called out his Republican rival for baselessly attacking Haitians in the city of Springfield, Ohio.
Brazil top court unfreezes bank accounts of X, Starlink after $3m transfer
Billionaire Elon Musk has decried ban on X in Brazil, where the social media company failed to comply with court orders.
US accuses RT of ‘covert’ intelligence activities, issues fresh sanctions
The US State Department says Russia's RT network has 'moved beyond being a media outlet' and has cyber-capabilities.
The Hague to ban fossil fuel ads from January
City council in third largest city in Netherlands approves the new rules, which will apply from January.
Pope Francis tells US Catholics to choose ‘lesser evil’ in coming election
Without naming the two main US presidential candidates, the pontiff decried abortion and restrictions on immigration.
DR Congo military court sentences 37 to death in coup trial
The defendants - who also included a Briton, Belgian and Canadian - have five days to appeal the verdict.
UN head slams Security Council for failure to end Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine wars
Antonio Guterres tells Al Jazeera the Security Council is outdated, unfair and ineffective.
Ratings agencies warn of downgrade if Boeing strike prolonged
Agencies warn an extended strike could impact operations and finances, increasing the risk of a downgrade.
Montreal by-election presents ‘litmus test’ for Justin Trudeau’s Liberals
Frustrations with Trudeau's government and desire for change could see Liberal Party lose a long-held seat, experts say.
What are swing states, and why are they critical? What to know in 500 words
A handful of US states play an outsized role in deciding presidential elections. Which are analysts watching this year?
Sinaloa cartel’s ‘El Mayo’ pleads not guilty to drug charges in US court
US judge orders Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada jailed pending trial on drug trafficking, murder and other charges.
In a historic move, Colombia bypasses a patent to access a key HIV drug
Facing increasing infections in its population, Colombia has announced a plan to purchase generic versions of the drug.