Top Democrat Adam Schiff calls on Biden to drop out of 2024 election race
A new poll also finds nearly two-thirds of US Democrats believe Biden should allow the party to pick a new candidate.
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King’s Speech charts out new UK government’s priorities
New Labour government says it is prioritising reviving the economy, acute housing shortage and a cost-of-living crisis.
Libya, Tunisia urge Europe to increase aid to help tackle migration crisis
North African countries seek assistance at Tripoli conference to help stem flow of refugees and migrants.
Italy watchdog investigates Armani, Dior after worker exploitation probes
Antitrust authority carried out searches on Tuesday at the companies of the Armani and Dior groups.
Is a serial killer behind Kenya’s dismembered bodies?
While police claim a suspect confessed to killing 42 women, a watchdog investigates possible police links to the bodies.
Bangladesh students defy orders, occupy universities as tensions spiral
Students and police are locked in a tense standoff on campuses across the country with neither backing down.
Key takeaways from day two at the Republican National Convention
What were the main events on the second day of the RNC in Milwaukee?
Former CIA analyst charged with being South Korea’s ‘secret agent’
Indictment says Sue Mi Terry received luxury handbags and dinners at Michelin-starred restaurants in exchange.
Hamas committed numerous crimes against humanity on October 7: HRW
Palestinian armed group slams the Human Rights Watch report as full of 'lies and blatant bias'.
US says ISIL trying ‘to reconstitute’ amid uptick in Syria, Iraq attacks
In the first six months of the year, the group has claimed 153 attacks in Syria and Iraq.
Iran blasts Trump assassination plot claims
US media reports claim that Iran plan to target Republican presidential hopeful is unrelated to attack in Pennsylvania.
How to stay cool and treat heatstroke during record-breaking temperatures
Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F).
More Kenyan police deploy to tackle Haiti violence
The deployment has been unpopular in Kenya, and rights groups have raised concerns over the UN-backed mission.
Cyanide poisoning suspected in six deaths at Bangkok hotel
Authorities appear eager to ensure the six deaths do not affect Thailand's key tourism sector.
Bangladesh shuts schools and universities after six killed in protests
Students rallying against quotas in public sector jobs clash with government supporters and police.
Biden to propose Supreme Court term limits in major reform: Reports
Biden is also weighing whether to call for a constitutional amendment to eliminate broad presidential immunity.
Three Syrian children killed in ‘horrific’ Israeli attack on Lebanon
UN condemns Israeli attack that killed children who were reportedly playing outside their home in south Lebanon.
Trump lavished with praise by former rivals as Republicans stress unity
Trump feted by former rivals days after narrowly surviving an attempted assassination.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 873
As the war enters its 873rd day, these are the main developments.
Biden faces ridicule for saying he’s been ‘very supportive’ of Palestinians
US president says he has done more for Palestinians than anyone despite mounting death toll and destruction in Gaza.