Ocean temperatures hit record highs as El Niño looms
The world’s oceans are under heat stress, with average sea surface temperatures hitting 21°C.
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‘A war zone’: Venezuela aid workers fear health crisis after earthquakes
Aid workers fear disease outbreaks in temporary shelters amid overcrowding, lack of access to clean water, sanitation.
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Belgium stage 3–2 comeback win over Senegal to enter World Cup last 16
Tielemans's penalty late into stoppage time of extra time capped Belgium's comeback from 2-0 down in Seattle.
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Iran war live: ‘Positive progress’ as US, Tehran wrap up indirect talks
Tehran says a 'communication channel' will be established with Washington to report and discuss breaches of the MoU.
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Couple arrested after daring Empire State marriage proposal stunt
Russian daredevils Vanya Beerkus and Angela Nikolau are seen as ambassadors for 'rooftopping', a climbing sport.
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US judge sides with NAACP over proposed mail-in ballot restrictions
President Trump has sought to limit mail-in voting and has ordered his administration to impose limits on the practice.
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Iran football team welcomed home after World Cup exit
Iran’s football team has landed back in Tehran after their World Cup
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E Jean Carroll demands Donald Trump pay $5.8m in damages from 2019 case
Carroll's lawyers have asked for an expedited resolution to the payment question after US Supreme Court declines appeal.
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US signs $1 lease with Israel to build permanent embassy in West Jerusalem
The US and Israel have signed a deal allocating land for a permanent US embassy in West Jerusalem.
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US Supreme Court hands wealthy donors more sway with latest decision
Critics say the ruling invites corruption, benefitting wealthy donors and amplifying special interest sway in politics.
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LIVE: USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – FIFA World Cup 2026
Live coverage and text updates as USA play Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 knockout stage in San Francisco.
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Iran to open ‘communication channel’ on MoU with US after talks in Qatar
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi says part of $6bn in frozen assets would be used to buy goods Tehran needs.
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Russian couple arrested after climbing Empire State Building
Two Russian climbers scaled New York’s Empire State Building on Wednesday as part of a death-defying marriage proposal.
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State of emergency: Bolivia’s currency plummets as anger simmers
Bolivia’s President Paz declared a state of emergency after 50 days of protests against his policies.
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Despite marquee losses, Supreme Court term grows Trump’s presidential power
Set backs on tariffs, birthright citizenship overlay broad interpretation of presidential power supported by Trump.
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Israeli opposition signal foreign policy change in style, but not substance
Israeli opposition criticise the means employed by Netanyahu, but cannot risk opposing his ends.
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Seven more sentenced over Texas ICE detention centre shooting
US prosecutors have alleged those involved in the Prairieland Detention Center protest were linked to antifa.
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Israel kills three Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
An Israeli drone strike near a Gaza hospital and fuel station kills at least three people, reports Wafa news agency.
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As Venezuela responds to earthquake devastation, volunteers take charge
As frustration with the government disaster response grows, everyday citizens are organising to distribute aid.
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One week on from Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes
One week after Venezuela's twin earthquakes, more than 1,900 are confirmed dead while tens of thousands are missing.
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Kane double fires England to comeback win over DR Congo at World Cup 2026
England survive huge scare against DR Congo to win 2-1 and set up last 16 clash with cohosts Mexico.
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How AI is being weaponised against India’s Muslim women
For years, India's Muslim women have been subject to online abuse.
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US says it won’t agree to renew USMCA
USMCA came into effect on July 1, 2020, and is slated to expire after 16 years.
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Three dead after massive World Cup celebrations in Mexico City
Health officials say three people died during massive celebrations in Mexico City after Mexico’s 2-0 World Cup win.
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World Cup 2026: Faith and football
From prayers on the pitch to cursing the opposing team, faith and religious belief have been prominent this World Cup.
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