Great Barrier Reef endangered by hottest oceans in 400 years, study finds
Researchers say the world is losing 'one of our icons' as human activity fuels temperature increases.
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Turkey submits ICJ bid to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
Ankara says the 'conscience of humanity and international law will hold Israeli officials accountable' for atrocities.
Muhammad Yunus heads home to lead Bangladesh interim government
Army chief says the interim government headed by the Nobel Peace laureate would be sworn in on Thursday night.
Israel issues new evacuation orders as ‘safe areas’ of Gaza under attack
Overnight Israeli air raids hit shelters in Deir el-Balah as Gaza City braces for a possible ground operation.
Ex-Catalan leader Puigdemont headed back to Spain despite fear of arrest
Spain's governing coalition could be at risk if separatist is arrested on return from seven-year exile.
Mapping far-right riots in the UK
More than 400 people have been arrested across the UK following a week of race riots and vandalism.
Son of Sri Lanka’s ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa to run for president
Governing party nominated Namal Rajapaksa to challenge incumbent Ranil Wickremesinghe in the September 21 election.
Russia reports fierce battles against invading Ukrainian forces
Russian troops are spending a second day trying to repel an incursion by Ukrainian forces, Moscow says.
Russia accuses Ukraine of opening ‘African front’ as Niger cuts Kyiv ties
Ukraine seeks support from the Global South, but several West Africa states are ditching Western ties to turn to Russia.
UK braces for day of unrest amid fears of 100 more far-right riots
Thousands of police have been deployed to avert possible attacks on immigration solicitors and refugee centres.
US charges Iran-linked Pakistani over political assassination plot
Asif Merchant accused of seeking hitman to kill unnamed officials as revenge for assassination of Iran military chief.
Thai Constitutional Court dissolves progressive Move Forward Party
Thailand's top court also bans several party members, including ex-leader Pita Limjaroenrat, from politics for 10 years.
Boeing to change design to prevent future 737 MAX 9 door panel blowouts
Boeing is working on design changes 'that will allow the door plug to not be closed' until it's firmly secured, it said.
The day after in Dhaka
Bangladesh city’s streets, under care of civilian traffic cops and property guards, tell story of overnight destruction.
Who is Yahya Sinwar, Ismail Haniyeh’s successor as Hamas chief?
Sinwar will lead resistance movement from an unknown location in Gaza, amid fears of wider escalation across the region.
German court fines woman for ‘from the river to the sea’ chant
Defence lawyer calls the $655 fine against 22-year-old protester a 'dark day for freedom of expression'.
Venezuela defence minister pledges ‘absolute loyalty’ to Maduro
Country's defence chief pledges to stand by Maduro's side following calls by opposition to join 'side of the people'.
Musk declares ‘war’ on advertisers as X sues ad alliance, companies
In its lawsuit, X said an advertisers alliance conspired to withhold 'billions of dollars' in ad revenue from it.
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead Bangladesh interim government
The microfinance pioneer has been tapped to lead an interim government after the ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina.
Bangladeshis dream of a better future after Hasina ousted
Hope for a new start and idealism for a better future as the country celebrates the removal of longtime leader.