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Australia’s PM criticises Musk’s X over stabbing footage
Anthony Albanese says decision to challenge takedown order for content related to church stabbing 'extraordinary'.
Europe endured record number of ‘extreme heat stress’ days in 2023
New report warns people are increasingly at risk in a continent warming twice as fast as the global average.
Why Kerala isn’t buying Modi claim of ‘double-digit’ win in India election
In India's only state where the BJP has never won a seat, demographics and history remain stumbling blocks for the PM.
TikTok says bill to force its sale would ‘trample’ free speech
Bill targeting Chinese-owned app goes to the US Senate after passing the House in bipartisan vote.
Pro-China party on course for landslide victory in Maldives election
Provisional results give President Mohamed Muizzu's PNC party 66 of 86 seats in parliament with opposition far behind.
Biden condemns ‘blatant’ anti-Semitism at Columbia pro-Palestine protests
Biden's remarks come after footage emerges appearing to show Jewish students being threatened with repeat of October 7.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 788
As the war enters its 788th day, these are the main developments.
Turtles swimming to extinction in Malaysia as male hatchlings feel heat
Already under pressure from habitat loss and pollution, turtles face an existential crisis from record heat.
In Australia, women-only app becomes latest front in war over trans rights
The founder of a women-only social networking app is being sued for denying her service to a trans woman.
What will the US aid package to Kyiv mean for Russia’s war on Ukraine?
Kyiv says aid is vital as it battles Russian invaders, but Kremlin says it will prolong war.
US set to impose sanctions on Israeli military unit over abuses: Report
Israeli prime minister says he will fight any sanctions targeting Israeli military units for alleged rights violations.
Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons
Ukraine president says the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that the US stands by Kyiv.
Kiptum remembered in Kenya’s London Marathon double
Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir and Alexander Mutiso Munyao won on a poignant day at the London Marathon.
Ecuador votes on anticrime measures amid soaring violence
The majority of 11 questions posed to voters on Sunday focus on tightening security measures.
Tightrope: Jordan’s balancing act between Iran and Israel
As regional tensions soar, the kingdom is contending with domestic as well as international pressures.
Dystopia of Seoul
Vivaldi’s, Four Seasons, re-composed by AI using 2050 climate data to create a disturbing musical performance in Seoul.
Supreme Leader Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel
Analysts say his comments have dampened fears of an all-out war between Iran and Israel.
Russian, Ukrainian families arrive in Qatar for healthcare and support
Doha says families will receive medical, psychological and social support, state media report.
The ICC can no longer ignore the genocide in Gaza
Failure to launch an investigation into genocide in Gaza can have a devastating impact on the court.
Videos show widespread damage from Israel’s deadly West Bank raids
Israeli forces have killed more than a dozen Palestinians during a three-day raid on the Nur Shams refugee camp.