War-torn Myanmar to hold first general election since 2021 coup
Critics have denounced the vote as a sham that will be used to entrench the military government's power.
Hundreds of thousands demonstrate in Tel Aviv at end of nationwide day of hostage protests – The Times of Israel
- Hundreds of thousands demonstrate in Tel Aviv at end of nationwide day of hostage protests The Times of Israel
- Protests Highlight Growing Discontent With Netanyahu and the Gaza War The New York Times
- In Largest Israeli Protest to Date, 1 Million Israelis Demand Gaza Ceasefire to Free Hostages Democracy Now!
- Protesters in Israel demand hostage deal in one of the largest demonstrations since Gaza conflict began CNN
- Protesters in Israel conduct nationwide strike to demand ceasefire and release of hostages from Gaza CBS News
Pakistan defends flood response after over 270 people killed in northwestern district – NPR
- Pakistan defends flood response after over 270 people killed in northwestern district NPR
- 'The water had no mercy': Hundreds killed as floods ravage north Pakistan BBC
- Cloudbursts are causing chaos in parts of India and Pakistan. Here’s what they are AP News
- Pakistani villagers scared to go back to deluged homes after floods kill 300 Reuters
- Photos: Pakistan’s deadly monsoon floods CNN
I saw a kaleidoscopic light before going blind, says survivor of Laos methanol poisoning
Calum Macdonald and the families of three people who died in South East Asia call on the Foreign Office for clearer travel advice.
I saw a kaleidoscopic light before going blind, says survivor of Laos methanol poisoning
Calum Macdonald and the families of three people who died in South East Asia call on the Foreign Office for clearer travel advice.
Qantas hit with record fine for illegal layoffs during pandemic
Australia's biggest airline was sued for firing ground staff in 2020 as aviation came to a standstill.
Bolivia to hold presidential run-off between centrist and right-winger
Early results show centrist Rodrigo Paz in the lead, with 32.8 percent of the vote.
Swatch sorry for ‘slanted eyes’ ad after China uproar
The image of a model pulling the corners of his eyes resembled a racist image, critics say.
Trump says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy could end war ‘almost immediately’
US president ramps up pressure on Ukrainian leader to accept deal with Russia ahead of talks in Washington, DC.
Bindi Irwin says she was made to feel ‘ashamed’ of endometriosis pain
Her story has reignited conversations about the condition that affects about one in ten women.
Bolivia set to elect first non-left wing president in two decades
The rightward turn by the Bolivian electorate can see changes in economic policies and closer US ties.
More than 40 missing after boat capsizes in Nigeria’s Sokoto
Officials say about 10 people rescued after accident in African country's northwestern region.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,271
Here are the key events on day 1,271 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
New wave of African pride rises in the Caribbean
From jollof rice in St Lucia to Afrobeats in Jamaica, islanders find new ways to embrace Africa.
Whirlwind day of White House talks could reshape Ukraine’s future
The Washington meeting could prove to be crucial to the future of Ukraine, and all of Europe's security.
Health v heritage: Pigeon feeding ban sparks debate in India
Feeding pigeons is common in Indian cities but is now controversial due to rising numbers and health risks.
Croatian ultra-nationalist mega-gig exposes divided society
Half a million people bought tickets to singer Thompson's July concert in Zagreb.
Hundreds of thousands of protesters gather in Tel Aviv to demand end to Gaza war
One of largest rallies in Israel since start of conflict follows general strike to press government to stop military action
Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators have gathered in Tel Aviv to call for an end to the war in Gaza and the release of hostages, one of the largest demonstrations in Israel since the start of the fighting in October 2023.
The rally on Sunday evening was the culmination of a day of nationwide protests and a general strike to pressure the government to halt the military campaign. “Bring them all home! Stop the war!” shouted the vast crowd, which had converged on the so-called Hostage Square in Tel Aviv plaza – a focal point for protesters throughout the war.
Continue reading...Iraq starts mass grave excavation from ISIL (ISIS) carnage south of Mosul
The al-Khasfa site, near Iraq's second-largest city, could contain 4,000 remains and possibly thousands more.
Huge crowds gather in Israel calling for hostage deal and end to Gaza war
Large crowds fill 'Hostages Square' in Tel Aviv to call for fighting to cease and the release of all remaining hostages by Hamas.