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More college strikes planned in lecturer pay row
A further seven college strikes will go ahead after "no real progress" was made during talks with employers.
Dozens feared dead after ‘massive’ landslide hits Papua New Guinea
Governor of Enga province says the disaster caused 'loss of life and property' in at least six villages.
India’s river islanders return home in between floods
Families from a floating island in Assam state move away with every flood, and move back home every dry season.
‘God’s influencer’: Pope recognises Carlo Acutis as first millennial saint
Acutis was attributed with a second miracle. He can now be elevated to sainthood, but it's unclear when.
Head teacher becomes school caretaker to save cash
Schools like Gareth Lewis' are responding to a squeeze on budgets, while others are cutting jobs.
Four dead, 21 injured in Spain after Mallorca restaurant collapses
Investigations are under way into the cause of the incident at the start of the island's tourist high season.
Apartment block fire in Vietnam’s Hanoi kills 14, state media says
Fire reportedly started in courtyard between two buildings used to sell and repair electric bicycles.
Robe-wearing DJ NewJeansNim draws complaints from Singapore Buddhists
South Korean performer has won praise at home for boosting Buddhism, but Southeast Asia has been less welcoming.
China says war games around Taiwan to test ability to ‘seize power’
The People's Liberation Army continues land, sea and air exercises that began on Thursday around the self-ruled island.
The battle for Delhi: Will Modi’s BJP pass bellwether Indian election test?
The BJP has won Delhi in all but two national elections since 1989. This time, its two biggest rivals have teamed up.
TikTok curbs state-affiliated media amid foreign influence fears
Video-sharing app says state-backed accounts will not be recommended or allowed to advertise outside home countries.
Why are thousands of people protesting in Taiwan?
Opposition efforts to push through a controversial bill have raised concerns about the island's democracy.
US restricts visas for Georgia over ‘foreign agent’ bill
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says measures will target individuals responsible for undermining democracy.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 819
As the war enters its 819th day, these are the main developments.
Israeli forces kill dozens of Palestinians in strikes across Gaza Strip
The attacks come as Israeli ground forces push farther into the overcrowded southern city of Rafah.
USA earn shock series win over Bangladesh ahead of T20 World Cup
Bangladesh slump to defeat in second T20 against the co-hosts, days before the T20 World Cup begins.
What do China’s latest military drills around Taiwan mean for the region?
China conducts exercises in Taiwan Strait days after new Taiwan president was sworn in.
Biden avoids question on ICC allegations against Israel
US President Joe Biden said there is "no equivalence" between Israel and Hamas when asked about allegations by the ICC.
Campaigning under way for UK general election
Voters in the UK say they’re ‘ready for change’ as election campaigns kick off ahead of the July 4 poll.
Sunak says no Rwanda deportation flights before election as campaigns begin
A Labour victory in July 4 poll could scuttle controversial scheme to send asylum seekers to the African country.
