Vatican expels members of rebel Catholic group over unapproved ordination
Vatican stresses only pope may approve bishop consecrations to safeguard apostolic ties to Jesus's original disciples.
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Philippines volcano erupts blasting plumes of ash and steam
Taal Volcano in the Philippines erupted, sending a column of ash and steam 1,200 metres into the air.
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German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough
Under fire amid surge in far right, German chancellor unveils tax and pension reform package in bid to revive economy.
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FIFA World Cup: Portugal vs Croatia prediction, schedules, round of 16 race
Spain, Portugal and Switzerland take centre stage as the knockout drama continues across North America.
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An extra 229,000 deaths: Is that the cost of US-UK drugs deal?
Research finds that trade deal requiring UK to buy more medicines from US takes away money from other parts of NHS.
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A Palestinian Home Inside a Cage
This Palestinian family's home is sealed inside an Israeli settlement and the separation wall. Al Jazeera's Leila Warah
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Eight Thai monks killed after child drives truck into procession
Police say 11-year-old boy who took his parents' vehicle without permission is now in custody and will be questioned.
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FIFA president reacts as Morocco win World Cup match
FIFA president Gianni Infantino reacted to Morocco knocking the Netherlands out of the World Cup.
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Ronaldo fever hits Toronto ahead of Portugal vs Croatia World Cup clash
The last time the football icon was in Toronto was August 2009 when Real Madrid played a friendly against Toronto FC.
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US-Iran talks in Doha: What were the outcomes and what’s next?
Qatar says the next meeting will take place after funeral processions for Iran's former supreme leader.
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Billions flow between EU institutions and Israel, despite Gaza genocide
EU departments and some universities, including in Spain, are still spending on Israeli companies.
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Watch World Cup Day 21: Late goals see England and Belgium reach last 16
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
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Alibaba to pay $600m to settle illegal drug sales allegations in US probe
E-commerce giant admitted it failed to ⁠prevent 80,000 illegal drug product sales, according to US Justice Department.
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Two reported killed, dozens hurt in hospital fire in Germany
At least 34 injured after fire at the only hospital in the town of Ludwigslust; probe into the blaze is ongoing.
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Trump says record boats leaving Hormuz, calls communism ‘biggest threat’
US President Donald Trump arrived in North Dakota aboard a train for the Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication.
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‘The crisis is deep’: The view from Russia as fuel shortages worsen
Officials are rationing fuel as Ukrainian strikes on refineries imperil supply.
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In Pictures: Hunger, despair as Venezuela quake death toll rises
Venezuelan rescuers fight to save lives as survivors face hunger and chaos after devastating twin earthquakes.
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Spain vs Austria: World Cup Round of 32 – Preview, predictions, team news
Spain take on Austria in Los Angeles, with the winner facing either Portugal or Croatia in the last 16.
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More than 900 arrested during South Africa’s antimigrant protests
Wave of arrests made across South Africa as xenophobic tensions erupt into nationwide marches.
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Maradona to Messi: Why Bangladesh loves Argentina’s footballers
Diego Maradona turned a nation 17,000km from Argentina into die-hard fans. Lionel Messi has enthralled a new generation.
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China’s new ethnic unity law extends its legal reach overseas
Rather than promote ethnic harmony, activists say the law could justify transnational repression.
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Businessman on trial in Malta over prominent journalist’s murder
Yorgen Fenech is charged with orchestrating the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
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Taiwan needs to become a ‘hornet’s nest’ of drones, US diplomat says
De ​facto US ambassador Raymond Greene says drones represent a 'game-changing opportunity' to enhance Taiwan's security.
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Belgium fans erupt after latest-ever goal seals place in last 16
Belgium fans celebrate a dramatic 3-2 victory over Senegal in extra time.
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Oil prices fall to levels not seen since start of US-Israel war on Iran
Brent falls below $71 a barrel amid reports of progress in talks to end the war permanently.
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