Israel says it struck Yemen’s Hodeidah in response to Houthi attacks
The air raids against the port city come a day after a drone attack by the Yemeni group killed one person in Tel Aviv.
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Four arrested in multimillion-dollar meth lab bust in South Africa
More than $100m worth of chemicals used in the manufacturing of illicit drugs were seized in raid, police say.
Bangladesh imposes shutdown as death toll from student protests mounts
Communications blackout persists as deadly crackdown on demonstrators continues in the nation of 170 million.
Turkey’s Erdogan, Cyprus president see different paths for divided island
Turkish leader says he sees no point in UN-led talks as Christodoulides declares reunification is the only way forward.
Tunisian President Saied says he will seek re-election in October
As president runs for new term, critics say credible polls can't be held unless jailed opposition politicians are freed.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 876
As the war enters its 876th day, these are the main developments.
Slow recovery after CrowdStrike update sparks global IT outage
Head of the cybersecurity firm issues a public apology but cautions that a total recovery could take weeks.
How is new malaria vaccine drive working in West Africa?
How does the new R21/Matrix-M vaccine work and where is it being administered?
At least 11 people killed, dozens missing in China bridge collapse
As China grapples with extreme weather conditions, authorities say bridge collapsed after heavy rains and flash floods.
Biden vows to stay in race as more Democrats ask him to drop out
Standoff between 81-year-old president and his party expected to intensify as 12 more Democrats ask him to step aside.
At least 40 Haitians killed in boat fire, UN migration agency says
More than half a million Haitians have been internally displaced by gang violence that killed hundreds this year.
India’s hidden COVID deaths: Was the toll in 2020 eight times higher?
India had nearly 1.2m excess deaths in 2020, new data shows. The life expectancy of Muslims fell more than five years.
Kenya’s Ruto announces partial cabinet amid mass protests
President William Ruto announces 11 appointments, including six members of the cabinet that was dismissed last week.
Bangladesh imposes curfew, deploys army as job quota protests continue
The curfew comes amid a telecommunications blackout that has left the country of 170 million cut off from the world.
Can salt mitigate hunger? Inside the salt flats of La Guajira, Colombia
President Gustavo Petro hopes that investing in Indigenous salt mining will help lift the region out of poverty.
Harvey Weinstein retrial on New York rape charges set for November
Prosecutors say they are still seeking new claims against the Hollywood film producer.
Adidas drops Bella Hadid from campaign referencing 1972 Munich Olympics
Hadid, who is half-Palestinian, has been vocal in her support for Palestinian rights and an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
Palestinians urge world to end Israel’s illegal occupation after ICJ ruling
Activists say ICJ's ruling will do little for Palestinians under occupation unless other states apply pressure to Israel
Chaos as airlines around the world hit by IT outage
Aviation sector is hit particularly hard due to its sensitivity to timings and a few minutes can throw off full day.
Houthi drone strikes Tel Aviv: How significant is the attack?
It's the first time that the Yemeni group are known to have hit Tel Aviv, signalling their growing reach.