More than 70 crocodiles on the loose after flooding in China
Deluges around the southern city of Maoming cause a lake at a commercial crocodile farm to overflow.
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‘Olive branches, victory signs’: How Oslo Accords failed the Palestinians
The Oslo Accords were 'designed' to serve Israel’s economic, security dominance over the Palestinians, experts say.
Photos: The aftermath of a powerful storm and deadly floods in Libya
Devastating floods in Libya broke dams and swept away entire neighbourhoods, killing more than 5,000 people.
US government says Google pays $10bn per year to maintain market dominance
Tuesday's opening remarks kick off most consequential antitrust case in years, testing limits of the tech giant's power.
UN rights panel warns Nicaragua is being ‘stripped’ of critical voices
The panel estimated that 27 private universities have had their legal status revoked under President Daniel Ortega.
Hundreds buried in mass graves as Libya reels from devastating flooding
Situation in Derna city 'extremely dire', as outside help starts to reach more than 36 hours after the disaster struck.
Afghanistan and Pakistan trade blame as key border crossing remains closed
Taliban rejects Pakistani claims of indiscriminate firing at Torkham border crossing, as travellers remain stranded.
Israeli Supreme Court holds first hearing challenging judicial overhaul
Court case, which follows months of protests, could take weeks or even months.
US defends prisoner swap deal with Iran against Republican attacks
Washington stresses that funds set to be unblocked to secure the release of detained Americans are Tehran's own.
Morocco quake: Why have authorities accepted limited foreign aid so far?
So far, search-and-rescue teams from only four countries have been allowed to operate after a devastating earthquake.
Bahrain prisoners suspend weeks-long mass hunger strike
Suspension of the strike comes before the crown prince's visit to the US, and as Bahrain vows to improve conditions.
What’s next after Republicans move to open Biden impeachment inquiry?
White House rejects Republican push to launch impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden. Here's all you need to know.
Infrastructure in Libya’s Derna not built to withstand storm: Deputy mayor
Ahmed Madroud says dams have not been maintained since 2002, and damage from floods will be difficult to repair.
Former US police officers face federal charges over death of Tyre Nichols
The five officers are already facing state-level charges for beating Nichols, who died in the hospital three days later.
Hundreds of bodies uncovered as eastern Libya devastated by floods
Bodies were lined up outside a hospital in Libya’s eastern city of Derna, with residents looking for loved ones.
Tuareg rebels claim control of northern Mali town after weeks of fighting
Tuareg rebels says they have seized control of a military camp and posts in Bourem from army and Wagner mercenaries.
Top Republican directs US House committee to open Biden impeachment inquiry
Kevin McCarthy says 'abuse of power, obstruction and corruption' allegations against Biden family warrant more scrutiny.
Trudeau leaves India after aircraft issues delayed departure from rocky G20
Canadian prime minister's time at G20 summit in New Delhi highlights growing tensions between India and Canada.
Poland threatens to keep Ukrainian grain ban after embargo date expires
Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said he has requested that the European Commission extend the ban.
What’s happening with the Iran-US prisoner swap deal?
Tehran and Washington are expected to exchange prisoners after Iran regains access to its blocked money.