Russia says Ukraine used Western weapons to destroy bridge in Kursk
Moscow says destruction of bridge in western Russia will hinder the evacuation of civilians amid Ukrainian incursion.
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Hurricane Ernesto lashes Bermuda with strong winds, storm surge
Bermuda minister warns third hurricane of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season 'is not a storm to be taken lightly'.
Nearly 68 million people reeling from drought in Southern Africa: Official
Head of regional bloc SADC says 17 percent of people across region in need of aid amid climate change-fuelled drought.
Why does the US have such a high maternal mortality rate?
Experts say the US's method for recording maternal deaths obscures underlying causes that need to be addressed.
As war looms over Lebanon, refugees wonder how they will survive
Syrians and Sudanese nationals are trapped between war raging in their own countries and a war looming over Lebanon.
Israeli attack on Gaza shelter kills 15 members of one Palestinian family
Israeli strikes 'wiping out whole families' after attack on warehouse sheltering displaced Palestinians in az-Zawayda.
Thousands forced to evacuate as wildfires rage in western Turkey
Nearly 4,000 residents in the region have been moved to safety and six arrested for alleged sabotage, authorities said.
‘Uncommitted’ delegates bring Gaza-war message to Democratic convention
Thirty delegates from across the US will represent voters who cast ballots in protest of Democrats' pro-Israel policies.
Nearly a dozen inmates killed in Haiti prison break
Residents in central city of Saint-Marc have been advised by authorities to remain vigilant for escapees.
Nationwide strike by Indian doctors over Kolkata medic’s rape, murder
Hospitals hit by 24-hour shutdown as protests demanding protection for health workers and condemning violence swell.
How far has mpox spread and how can you protect yourself?
Sweden and Pakistan have both reported cases of mpox days after the WHO declared the virus an 'emergency'.
At least 10 killed in Israeli attack on southern Lebanon
Israel's military claims it hit a Hezbollah weapons warehouse but Lebanese Health Ministry says residence attacked.
Biden says Gaza ceasefire in sight, warns against efforts to undermine deal
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to the Middle East to continue diplomatic push for ceasefire deal.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 904
As the war enters its 904th day, these are the main developments.
‘A unique relationship:’ How Kamala Harris courts the progressive left
Despite pledges to lead a 'people-first presidency', Harris has faced criticism from the far-left wing of the Democrats.
In major policy speech, Kamala Harris promises to ‘bring down costs’
US Democratic presidential candidate presents plan to tackle food 'price gouging', child care and housing costs.
Russia says it eliminated Ukrainian unit, as Kyiv claims advances in Kursk
Ukrainian official says incursion into Russian territory aims to push Moscow to enter 'fair negotiation process'.
Omar Assad’s family says ‘unjust’ US decision will not end push for justice
Relatives slam the US for continuing to fund Israeli army unit involved in elderly Palestinian American man's killing.
UN chief calls for ‘polio pause’ in Gaza war to tackle virus
Hamas says it supports UN request to halt the fighting to allow a vaccination campaign for children against polio.
What to know about the Democratic National Convention in Chicago
Democrats are rallying behind Kamala Harris and Tim Walz at party convention, but protests over Gaza war also expected.