What is Israel’s endgame in Africa?
The Israeli government appears to be on a charm offensive, dangling aid and arms. Experts say it might be working.
Afghan women lose their ‘last hope’ as Taliban shuts down internet
For many women, the internet was their last resource. An internet shutdown threatens to end this.
Venezuela’s Maduro ready to declare state of emergency if US attacks
Maduro also gives himself special powers to mobilise army and give it authority over public services and oil industry.
US shutdown looms after Trump and Democrats end meeting without a deal
Democrats say there are still "very large differences" between the two sides, while Republicans have accused them of "not doing the right thing".
Israeli soldiers detain Palestinian children for ‘spying’ in West Bank
Israeli soldiers were filmed detaining two Palestinian children in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank,
UN General Assembly: What did world leaders say about Israel’s war on Gaza?
Here’s what world leaders said during the 80th UNGA session about Israel’s war on Gaza.
Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expire
The BBC visits a Kenyan garment factory facing job losses if the deal known as Agoa is not renewed.
Typhoon Bualoi kills dozens in Vietnam and Philippines
The deadly storm forces tens of thousands to evacuate and destroys thousands of homes.
Coco Gauff rallies to win against Belinda Bencic at China Open
The two-time grand slam singles champion defeated Bencic in three sets to advance to the quarterfinals in Beijing.
Rescuers run oxygen to survivors in Indonesia school building collapse that buried dozens – AP News
- Rescuers run oxygen to survivors in Indonesia school building collapse that buried dozens AP News
- Indonesia: Three dead, dozens trapped after school collapses on students BBC
- Indonesia school collapse: three dead and over 90 missing as rescue effort continues The Guardian
- At least 91 students remain buried in rubble 2 days after school collapse in Indonesia AP News
- Dozens of Students Are Missing After School Collapses in Indonesia The New York Times
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,314
Here are the key events on day 1,314 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Typhoon Bualoi death toll rises to at least 30 across Vietnam, Thailand and Philippines
Vietnamese authorities say typhoon was the most devastating storm to hit the country this year
The death toll from Typhoon Bualoi in south-east Asia has risen to more than 30 as heavy rains continued to lash the region.
In Vietnam, authorities said 19 people had been killed and 21 were missing, making it the most devastating storm to hit the country this year. Heavy rain on Tuesday raised the risk of more flooding and landslides in northern regions.
Continue reading...School collapse in Indonesia leaves three dead, 38 missing
Indonesia's National Agency for Disaster Management says 77 victims were taken to hospitals for treatment.
Russian mum and children found living in Indian cave return home
The woman and her daughters had been sent to a foreigners' detention centre after they were found in July.
US proposal for ‘temporary’ Gaza governance includes Tony Blair, Trump – Reuters
- US proposal for 'temporary' Gaza governance includes Tony Blair, Trump Reuters
- The Kushner-Blair Gaza plan is a moral atrocity – and a policy catastrophe | Josh Paul The Guardian
- What to Know About Tony Blair’s Legacy in the Middle East Amid Planned Gaza Role Time Magazine
- Tony Blair would help oversee Gaza transition under Trump plan BBC
- Tony Blair Emerges as Potential Figure in Postwar Gaza The New York Times
Iraq’s shoemakers revive their ancient craft
Mosul’s shoemakers are restoring an ancient craft, creating jobs and hope after years of conflict.
South Korea raises cyber threat level after huge data centre fire sparks hacking fears
National cyber security centre raises alert level to ‘caution’ as technicians race to restore government systems after battery fire sparked nationwide chaos
South Korea’s intelligence agency has raised the national cyber threat level, amid concerns that hackers could take advantage of the chaos caused by a fire at a government datacentre that paralysed critical digital infrastructure across the country.
The national cybersecurity centre, operating under the intelligence service, elevated the alert from “attention” to “caution” on Monday, citing fears hackers could exploit vulnerabilities as recovery work continues.
Continue reading...VP Vance blames Democrats for looming US government shutdown
Congressional Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a spending deal after meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill suffers severe knee injury against Jets in NFL
The Miami Dolphins wide receiver suffered what is believed to be a season-ending injury against the New York Jets.
‘Operation Sindoor’: How cricket became latest India-Pakistan weapon of war
The India-Pakistan rivalry turned the Asia Cup into a battlefield for nationalist politics. Is there hope for change?