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Palestinians return to north Gaza after over a year, Hamas hails ‘victory’
Thousands of Palestinians head on foot to what is left of their homes after 15 months of war and forced displacement.
Video: Thousands of Palestinians pack road on return to north Gaza
Videos show thousands of Palestinians packing Gaza’s coastal road to make their way back to north Gaza.
‘Declaration of war’: M23 rebels claim to have captured key DR Congo city
Witnesses say they saw rebels enter centre of eastern city of Goma amid gunfire, as UN calls for an end to offensive.
Duck DNA, bird feathers found in ill-fated Jeju Air jet engines: Probe
Both engines of Boeing 737-800 jet contained DNA from Baikal teals, a migratory duck that flies to South Korea.
Millions in China head home for Lunar New Year in ‘record high’ migration
People throng railway stations and airports as millions return home to celebrate the new year, which begins Wednesday.
Pakistan vs West Indies – second Test: Warrican leads 120-run comeback win
Warrican's nine wickets help visitors wrap up the second Test in three days and level the two-match series 1-1.
UN experts slam Palestinian journalist Ali Abunimah’s arrest in Switzerland
They call the arrest of Electronic Intifada website's founder 'shocking' and urge the Swiss government to release him.
Palestinians return to north Gaza
Tens of thousands of forcibly displaced Palestinians have been returning on foot to north Gaza.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,068
Here are the key developments on the 1,068th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Kansas City Chiefs set up NFL Super Bowl date with Philadelphia Eagles
Taylor Swift celebrated with Travis Kelce as Kansas City beat Buffalo Bills 32-29 for a place in February 9 Super Bowl.
After the bloodshed: Can Bangladesh’s Awami League resurrect itself?
Five months after Sheikh Hasina's removal, the party is divided. Some leaders won't apologise; others want a reckoning
CIA says ‘more likely’ COVID-19 escaped from a lab
The intelligence agency says it has 'low confidence' in assessment and will continue to evaluate credible information.
What can keep the Gaza ceasefire deal on track?
The Israeli army blocks northern Gaza crossing points after prisoner-captive exchanges.
Palestinians condemn Trump’s proposal to ‘clean out’ Gaza
Palestinian Authority rejects proposal as a violation of its 'red lines' as Gaza residents insist they will remain.
Trump orders sanctions on Colombia after Petro blocks deportation flights
President Petro says Bogota will block US deportation flights until migrants are guaranteed 'dignified treatment'.
‘I’d crawl if I have to’: Palestinians eager to return to northern Gaza
At least two Palestinians killed after Israel delays their return to the north and fires at crowds.
UN chief calls for Rwandan forces to leave DRC as rebels press offensive
Antonio Guterres urges the M23 rebels to immediately cease all hostile actions as thousands of civilians flee Goma.
Sudan’s army chief visits recaptured HQ, vows to ‘eradicate’ RSF
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan visits key military site as WHO chief denounces deadly attack on hospital in Darfur region.
Now, it is time to grieve in Gaza
The ceasefire has not put an end to my people’s suffering; it has only given them time to mourn.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: Why is Israel still in southern Lebanon?
Israel had agreed to pull all troops out of Lebanese territory over the 60 days of the now-expired ceasefire.