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Georgian court hands former president Saakashvili new prison term
Georgia's opposition forces claim the ruling reflects regime's fear of the former pro-Western leader.
Ramadan 2025: Which countries grow the most dates?
Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Algeria produce nearly half of the world’s dates.
Pakistan continues operation to free 250 hostages from hijacked train
Pakistan says 190 hostages rescued, but around 250 more are on train seized by Balochistan Liberation Army.
‘Someone’s listening’: The fear and longing of ISIL families held in al-Hol
Al-Hol's children are forced to live in dire conditions and lack education and safety.
Yemen’s Houthis to resume shipping attacks over Gaza aid cutoff
Yemeni rebels warn Israeli ships 'violating' their Red Sea 'ban' will be targeted.
Medvedev defeats Paul to reach quarterfinals at Indian Wells
Local favourite Tommy Paul was beaten in straight sets by former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev in the round of 16.
Israeli forces raid Palestinian bookstore again and seize ‘inciting’ books
Israeli forces raided a Palestinian bookstore in occupied East Jerusalem and seized books 'inciting violence.'
Global trade war escalates as US tariffs on steel, aluminum imports launch
US duties on steel and aluminium draw swift retaliation from major trading partners.
‘Somalia is dangerous’: Former US deportees struggle with fear, uncertainty
Those previously deported by the US warn that President Trump’s plan to expel more Somali migrants may endanger lives.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,112
These are the key developments on day 1,112 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Philippine VP Sara Duterte travels to The Hague to help father at ICC
The vice president has described former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest over his deadly drug war as 'oppression'.
Oscar Piastri signs new F1 contract with McLaren
The Australian driver commits his long-term future to McLaren after signing a multiyear contract extension beyond 2026.
US’s Rubio hails Syria deal with Kurds, calls for non-sectarian governance
Top US diplomat endorses agreement to integrate Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions.
Iran, Russia, China conduct joint naval drills in Gulf of Oman
The exercises are aimed at strengthening cooperation between the three countries as Iran accuses US of 'bullying'.
Police say surfer ‘taken by shark’ in Western Australia
Search for missing surfer now a recovery operation after evidence of bite marks found on surf board.
US Education Department to halve staff as Trump pushes for elimination
US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says administration will work with the US Congress to abolish department.
Portugal’s government loses confidence vote, setting stage for new election
Portugal could be heading to the polls for a third time in three years as minority government loses vote in parliament.
Greenland votes in election dominated by Trump’s pledge to control island
Voting was extended at some polling stations amid high voter turnout in an election dominated by Trump's control pledge.
Champions League: PSG beat Liverpool; Barcelona, Bayern and Inter also win
Paris-Saint Germain beat Liverpool on penalties at Anfield after levelling their Champions League tie in normal time.
How will Mark Carney deal with Donald Trump?
Sharp words for the US president from Canada’s incoming prime minister.