Amid Quran burnings, Sweden raises ‘terror’ threat
Sweden has faced international condemnation after a string of desecrations of the holy book by anti-Islam activists.
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Indian moon lander module splits from propulsion section in key step
The lander module of the Chandrayaan-3 has successfully separated ahead of a planned moon landing slated for August 23.
Ukraine’s Kuleba promises to ‘free Africa from Russia’s grip’
Foreign minister says Kyiv intends to conduct a diplomatic 'counteroffensive' against Russia's efforts to woo Africa.
Manchester City score victory over Sevilla to win first UEFA Super Cup
Manchester City beat Sevilla in a 5-4 penalty shootout following game that ended in a 1-1 draw after regulation time.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 540
As the war enters its 540th day, these are the main developments.
Ukraine probes Kherson defences, advances in east and south
Ukrainian reconnaissance land on left bank of the Dnipro, probing Russian defences and suggesting a new front may open.
Nicaragua seizes Catholic university accused of being ‘centre of terrorism’
Critics have accused the government of President Daniel Ortega of continuing its attacks on education and religion.
Progressive Arevalo leads in poll ahead of Guatemala presidential election
A survey from CID Gallup shows Bernardo Arevalo surging ahead of conservative rival Sandra Torres in lead-up to vote.
US appeals court upholds limits on access to abortion pill mifepristone
The latest ruling over mifepristone's FDA approval is likely to send the pill's fate to the US Supreme Court.
Scientists celebrate as pig kidney continues to function in human body
Surgeons hope that cross-species organ transplants could eventually help save lives of human patients.
British Museum sacks employee over ‘missing, stolen or damaged’ items
Items included gold jewellery and gems and glass dating from 15th century BCE to the 19th century.
H&M probes alleged Myanmar factory abuses as pressure intensifies
A human rights group tracked 156 cases of alleged worker abuse in Myanmar garment factories at various brands.
Death toll in Dominican Republic explosion rises to 27 as blaze continues
The cause of the deadly explosion remains unknown, though officials have vowed to pursue accountability in the case.
Dozens feared dead after boat capsizes off Cape Verde
UN migration agency says 38 refugees and migrants rescued and 63 others believed to have died.
Libya fighting leaves 55 dead, dozens injured: Medics
Fighting between rival groups began on Monday night in Tripoli, and ended after the release of a commander on Tuesday.
‘I was given six days to wrap up my life’: Russia expels Politico reporter
Eva Hartog, a Dutch citizen, says she is the latest victim of Russia's crackdown on foreign journalists.
Catholic Church in South Africa begins class action against mining firms
The church says it filed the case after it was approached by mine workers for help.
Haiti’s crisis deepens as thousands displaced by violence
More than 3,000 people have fled their homes amid growing violence in neighbourhoods of Port-au-Prince, UN agency says.
US divided along party lines over Trump election cases: Poll
Majority of Americans view ex-president unfavourably, but Donald Trump has strong support among Republicans, poll shows.
Dozens injured as Israeli forces raid Nablus, blow up building
Israeli forces say they destroyed a bomb-making lab in Balata refugee camp, but residents said homes were destroyed.