SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn returns to Earth after first private spacewalk
SpaceX capsule splashes down in Gulf of Mexico near Florida after historic mission, carrying tech billionaire and crew.
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Israeli army says ‘high probability’ its strike killed three Gaza captives
Army says conclusions of its probe into deaths of captives suggest Israeli air strike likely killed them in November.
Jordan’s king accepts PM al-Khasawneh’s resignation, appoints technocrat
Jafar Hassan has been named Jordan’s new prime minister by the king after last week's parliamentary elections.
Shanghai shuts flights, halts train services as Typhoon Bebinca approaches
Shanghai shuts air, sea and major ground transport as it prepares for what could be its strongest storm since 1949.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?
Washington is now seeking a Plan B after troops were ejected from sprawling, expensive bases in Niger.
Five dead as torrential rains batter Central and Eastern Europe
At least five people found dead in eastern Romania, with authorities on alert in much of Central and Eastern Europe.
Philippine Coast Guard ship in South China Sea standoff returns to port
Manila says new vessel will 'immediately take over' after BRP Teresa Magbanua left disputed area in South China Sea.
Eight dead after attempting to cross English Channel from France to the UK
About 20 people have lost their lives in two weeks while making the perilous journey on overcrowded boats.
Kolkata rape case: Ex-head of India college held over ‘evidence tampering’
Former principal of RG Kar Medical College Dr Sandip Ghosh charged with tempering of evidence by investigating agency.
Mexico’s Obrador set to enact divisive judicial reforms: What happens next?
Mexico is poised to implement controversial judicial reforms that have divided both the country and its justice system.
Will US sanctions make any difference to Pakistan’s missiles programme?
Pakistan's missile programme continues despite six rounds of US sanctions in the past three years, experts say.
Venezuela detains Spanish, US and Czech citizens over ‘destabilisation’
Arrests come amid surge in tensions between Caracas and Western nations over disputed Venezuelan election results.
Industry Days gathers top documentary professionals in Sarajevo
Event aims to demonstrate the power and art of storytelling as well as connect filmmakers with decision-makers.
US says preparing ‘substantial’ Ukraine aid package in coming weeks
Announcement comes as Ukraine pushes to be allowed to use Western-supplied, long-range missiles for strikes in Russia.
Thousands of Israelis rally in Tel Aviv, urging Gaza captives deal
Uproar rises after bodies of six captives found and army shares video purportedly showing their living conditions.
More than 15 people killed, 40 injured in Haiti tanker truck explosion
The injured are transported to hospital after explosion near Miragoane in Haiti's southern Nippes region, officials say.
Peru holds funeral for Fujimori, former president linked to rights abuses
Fujimori's funeral draws well-wishers as well as detractors as debate over his legacy continues to roil the country.
‘Going backward’: How demonising migrants remains fertile ground in US
Anti-migrant tropes invoked for political purposes are fuelling dehumanisation and raise risk of violence, experts say.
Murdered Ugandan Olympian Cheptegei buried with full military honours
Rebecca Cheptegei, who died after being set on fire by former partner, was buried at her ancestral home.
Algeria court certifies President Tebboune’s landslide re-election win
Constitutional Court says the incumbent held his seat by securing 84.3 percent of the votes in September 7 polls.