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France says it foiled three plots to attack Paris Olympics
French prosecutor says plots included plans to attack 'Israeli institutions or representatives of Israel in Paris'.
Of Caravan and the Dogs: The fall of independent journalism in Russia
Russia’s independent journalists face difficult choices in the immediate aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
‘Prepare to hunker down’: Hurricane Francine strengthens before US landfall
Francine set to become Category 2 hurricane, with warnings of 'life-threatening' conditions as it nears Louisiana.
What’s the economic toll of Israel’s war on Gaza?
Israel's finances are under strain and its budget deficit is widening, as agencies downgrade the nation's credit.
Eating pets, rally mocking and ‘Abdul’: The debate’s oddest moments
What were the most bizarre moments of the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump presidential debate?
Thousands evacuated from Hanoi as Typhoon Yagi death toll climbs to 179
Vietnam govt estimates 179 killed and 145 missing as water level in the Red River in the capital reaches a 20-year-high.
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris: Will it make a difference?
After the Harris-Trump debate, Swift posts online that she will be voting for Harris and Walz.
Harris, Biden, Trump attend 9/11 ceremony in New York City
US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump shook hands at a September 11th memorial event in New York.
Is Pakistan’s $7bn IMF bailout package in trouble?
Pakistan's deputy prime minister has accused the IMF of stalling on a loan deal, prompting concerns over its fate.
A midwife in Gaza: Bringing life into the world during Israel’s war
Nour dreamt of being by mothers' sides as they gave birth. Israel's war on Gaza makes her mission more urgent.
Russia claims Kursk counteroffensive pushing back Ukraine forces
Moscow's troops have retaken some 10 settlements, claims major general; no comment from Ukraine.
Australia protesters demanding Israel arms embargo clash with police
Police clash with protesters who gathered outside an arms convention in Australia to demand a weapons embargo on Israel.
Is Iran supplying ballistic missiles to Russia for the Ukraine war?
The variant Iran allegedly sent to Russia is a tactical battlefield weapon not meant for strikes deep inside Ukraine.
Video: Asylum seekers and migrants say Tunisian police left them in desert
A group of asylum seekers and migrants say Tunisian police rounded them up and dumped them in the desert.
What happened in Trump v Harris US presidential debate
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both accused each other of fuelling division in America as they faced off.
Debate in nuclear-armed former colony fails to reassure global community
The chaotic face-off between Trump and Harris added to concerns over the state of US democracy.
How safe is Gaza’s al-Mawasi ‘safe zone’?
The Israeli military says its air attack on the al-Mawasi tent camp in Gaza was ‘precise’, despite deaths.
Mexico’s Senate passes judicial reform after protesters break into chamber
Controversial overhaul that will see judges elected approved 86-41 after debate interrupted by hundreds of protesters.
Kenya airport workers strike over takeover bid by India’s Adani Group
Protest by hundreds of workers disrupts flights and leaves passengers stranded in one of Africa's busiest travel hubs.
Iran’s President Pezeshkian heads to Iraq on first foreign trip
Tehran looking to boost trade ties with neighbour amid tightening Western sanctions.