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Middle East crisis live: US strikes Iran for third consecutive night; UAE says Tehran has hit tankers in strait of Hormuz
Just before the latest strikes Trump said Iran would be hit ‘very hard’; UAE says Iranian cruise missiles hit two oil tankers in strait, killing a cre…
Colombian national killed by ICE agent during operation in Maine
It comes less than a week after an undocumented migrant was fatally shot in Houston by an immigration agent.…
Australian police reveal unseen photos 25 years after British backpacker murder
Police hope the images could jog memories that will help them find the body of Peter Falconio.…
Thai police probe safety lapses after deadly Bangkok bar fire
Survivors and first reporters reported doors being locked and the lack of signage marking emergency exits.…
ICE officer kills motorist in Maine; the second fatality in a week
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has fatally shot a motorist in Maine.…
Police claim breakthrough in Melbourne’s hospitality wars, alleging links to overseas crime figure
Victoria police say they have arrested ‘high-ranking’ man from syndicate accused of orchestrating arson attacksFollow our Australia news live blog for…
Hungary’s parliament votes to oust president in latest anti-Orban move
Hungarian parliament passes amendment that would remove President Sulyok, appointed under ex-Prime Minister Orban.…
Hours each day in an iron lung kept her breathing, her will to live kept her alive
The sister of the last known polio patient in the US to use the life-saving machine spoke to the BBC about her sister's life.…
Trump demands payment to protect Gulf nations from Iranian attacks
US President Donald Trump says the US should be paid by ‘rich’ oil-producing Gulf nations to secure the Strait of Hormuz…
Identity of Sydney daycare worker facing 329 child abuse offences revealed
Hamish Tait is accused of abusing 136 children at five childcare facilities over a 16-year period.…
Hungary parliament votes to remove president from office
Tamás Sulyok was widely seen as a loyalist of former prime minister Viktor Orbán, who lost power in April after 16 years.…
Japan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report
Issue must be addressed with ‘even greater rigour’, says government spokesman, after New York Times report on how it has become a spy hub for Vladimir…
Record El Niño threatens to unleash floods across East Africa and Asia
Aid groups warn a record-strength El Niño could unleash flooding and hunger from Somalia to Pakistan.…
How Kenyan volunteers hunt polio’s hidden trail
Community health volunteers travel across remote northern Kenya to detect poliovirus before it can spread.…
Indonesia’s jailing of Gojek founder raises fears for investor confidence
Authorities say Nadiem Makarim abused his authority to favour Google in the procurement of laptops for school kids.…
Iran war live: US launches more attacks; UAE says 1 killed in tanker strike
US has carried out more attacks on Iran, with Iranian media reporting explosions in Kish, Qeshm and Bandar Abbas.…
Three Palestinians killed, 15 wounded in Israeli attacks across Gaza
Three Palestinians killed and 15 wounded in Israeli attacks across Gaza as ceasefire violations continue.…
Hundreds of experts warn the world must prepare now for AI’s impact
More than 200 economists and AI researchers call on leaders to immediately prepare for sweeping economic disruption.…
The Papers: 'New twist in killer hunt' and 'One of a kind Ann'
The majority of the papers are dominated by the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.…
Marco Rubio launches campaign to dismantle International criminal court
US secretary of state claims the global tribunal is interfering with US military and law enforcement operationsMarco Rubio, the US secretary of state,…
US launches third night of strikes on Iran as Trump announces Hormuz blockade
American president says ships will be charged for safe passage through strait in apparent policy reversalMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesThe U…
On foreign policy, Graham's influence may have been felt the most
Over the course of his three decades in Congress, Lindsey Graham was a major influence on Capitol Hill and throughout the world as one of the most voc…
Lindsey Graham’s legacy: Israel advocate, Trump ally, Iran war supporter
Late US senator backed invasion of Iraq, war on Iran and approach of 'more for Israel' as he became a Trump confidant.…
US, Iran exchange attacks around Strait of Hormuz
This is a breaking news story.…
Police in South Africa open probe into post-World Cup death of Jayden Adams
The country's football players' union confirmed Adams's death on Saturday, but the cause has not been revealed.…
Haaland’s Norway receive heroes’ welcome in Oslo after World Cup exit
A crowd of more than 100,000, an open-top bus parade and a royal reception welcomed back the Norwegian World Cup squad.…
US strikes Iranian ship with drone boats in first-of-its-kind attack
US CENTCOM has published a video it says shows three Corsair unmanned surface vessels striking an Iranian ship facility…
Argentina vs England World Cup tickets more expensive than France vs Spain
Prices for the Argentina vs England semifinal have seen a 34 percent increase over the past three days.…
Andy Burnham in line to become British PM after securing party support
Burnham's bid cannot be challenged by fellow MPs, as he now has the support of almost the entire parliamentary party.…
England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final
England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.…