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Russia warns EU chief’s plans for new defence union signal confrontation
Kremlin says proposal by Ursula von der Leyen shows Europe's 'militarisation'.
At least 17 dead as Bangladesh student protests over jobs intensify
Thousands of students clash with police in protests against civil service hiring rules they call discriminatory.
Israel’s Knesset votes to reject Palestinian statehood
The resolution says the creation of a Palestinian state would pose an 'existential danger' to Israel.
At least 16 people killed in China shopping mall fire
Firefighters pull 75 people to safety as the investigation into the cause of the blaze is under way.
One dead, nine rescued off Oman’s coast after oil tanker sinks
Nine people rescued from 16-strong crew of Indian and Sri Lankan nationals as search ongoing for others.
Who are the protesters demanding an end to job quotas in Bangladesh?
Experts say lack of jobs for university graduates driving unrest in the South Asian country.
Stegosaurus skeleton nicknamed Apex sells for record $44.6m
Sotheby’s sells fossil to anonymous American bidder, smashing prior auction record of $31.8m for tyrannosaurus rex Stan.
US military shuts down problematic Gaza aid pier, shifts to Israeli port
After operating for fewer than 25 days, the US military's multimillion-dollar Gaza aid pier will be dismantled.
Bangladesh job quota protesters call for nationwide shutdown
Rallies demanding an end to a quota system that reserves government jobs for specific groups have turned violent.
Schumer, Pelosi ramp up pressure on Biden over 2024 election bid: Reports
Reports come as Congressman Adam Schiff became the most prominent Democrat to publicly urge Biden to step aside.
JD Vance hails Trump, outlines populist vision as he accepts VP spot
Vice presidential candidate criticises Biden on support for free trade and overseas wars.
China halts nuclear arms talks with US over Taiwan support
Beijing said US weapons sales to Taiwan has 'compromised atmosphere' for continued talks on nuclear non-proliferation.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 874
As the war enters its 874th day, these are the main developments.
Why did Republican Donald Trump choose JD Vance as his vice president?
Experts say Vance will likely not persuade swing-state voters, but he will energise Trump's far-right base of support.
Biden tests positive for COVID, cancels Las Vegas campaign event
White House says the US president has 'mild symptoms' and will self-isolate at his home in Delaware.
Wall Street Journal in press freedom row over dismissal of union leader
Selina Cheng says she was fired for taking up a leadership role with the Hong Kong Journalists Association.
US special counsel appeals dismissal of Trump’s secret documents case
Former president and Republican 2024 nominee is accused of mishandling classified government files at his Florida home.
UN chief slams Israel for dooming prospects for two-state solution
Antonio Guterres says recent developments in West Bank are 'driving a stake through the heart' of a two-state solution.
Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments
Even as many chip stocks were hammered, companies with chip manufacturing operations in the US gained.