Biden condemns ‘blatant’ anti-Semitism at Columbia pro-Palestine protests
Biden's remarks come after footage emerges appearing to show Jewish students being harassed and intimidated.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 788
As the war enters its 788th day, these are the main developments.
Turtles swimming to extinction in Malaysia as male hatchlings feel heat
Already under pressure from habitat loss and pollution, turtles face an existential crisis from record heat.
In Australia, women-only app becomes latest front in war over trans rights
The founder of a women-only social networking app is being sued for denying her service to a trans woman.
US set to impose sanctions on Israeli military unit over abuses: Report
Israeli prime minister says he will fight any sanctions targeting Israeli military units for alleged rights violations.
Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons
Ukraine president says the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that the US stands by Kyiv.
Ecuadoreans give nod to tightened security amid persisting gang violence
More than half of voters on Sunday voted to support President Noboa's plans for tighter security measures.
Tightrope: Jordan’s balancing act between Iran and Israel
As regional tensions soar, the kingdom is contending with domestic as well as international pressures.
Supreme Leader Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel
Analysts say his comments have dampened fears of an all-out war between Iran and Israel.
Russian, Ukrainian families arrive in Qatar for healthcare and support
Doha says families will receive medical, psychological and social support, state media report.
Hundreds gather on Sydney’s Bondi Beach to mourn Westfield attack victims
Hundreds lit candles as the sun set, to mourn the six people killed in a knife attack at a local mall a week ago.
Nearly 200 bodies found in mass grave at hospital in Gaza’s Khan Younis
Palestinian authorities say 180 bodies recovered from Nasser Medical Complex so far as Israel continues attacks on Gaza.
Why does NASA want a time zone on the moon?
NASA has been tasked with determining a standard time zone for the moon, but it's more complicated than you might think.
Summer Lee’s primary race tests fallout for critics of the US’s Gaza policy
Lee, a Democrat and one of the first US legislators to call for a Gaza ceasefire, faces a challenge within her party.
One dead, seven missing after two Japan navy helicopters crash in Pacific
Search operation on after the SH-60 patrol helicopters possibly collided with each other during night-time exercise.
US House passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. What next?
The bill, which was stalled for a long time following deep splits in Republican camps, now heads to Senate for vote.
US House approves aid package worth billions for Ukraine, Israel
Democratic-majority Senate is expected to vote on the bill next week, sending it to President Biden to sign into law.
Thousands protest against over-tourism in Spain’s Canary Islands
Demonstrators say mass tourism is overwhelming the Atlantic archipelago.
US senators call on Biden to sanction Sudan’s RSF over human rights abuses
Lawmakers say Hemedti's and the RSF's activities and abuses make them deserving of sanctions from the United States.
Israeli attack kills 10, mostly children, in Gaza’s Rafah
Funerals are held for Palestinians killed in Tal as-Sultan neighbourhood, as Israel continues to target Rafah.