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Wildfires kill 19 and displace thousands in South Korea

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Days of wildfires have destroyed more than 200 buildings and forced 27,000 people to evacuate.

‘Serious violations’ found in South Korean foreign adoptions programme

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Multiple violations were unearthed by a commission investigating the adoption of South Korean children by foreigners.

Thailand prime minister survives vote of no-confidence

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of ex-premier Thaksin, won the backing of 319 of 488 Thai lawmakers.

Bucks’ Damian Lillard injured with blood clot in calf, out indefinitely

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Milwaukee Bucks' championship aspirations are in jeopardy, with star Damian Lillard diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis.

Why are users of 23andMe being urged to delete their data?

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Genetic testing company's bankruptcy proceedings could result in auction of the genetic data of 15 million users.

Yuki Tsunoda to replace Liam Lawson at F1 Red Bull team: Reports

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Media reports claim Tsunoda will be elevated to the Red Bull team to partner Max Verstappen at the upcoming Japanese GP.

US vice president’s visit to Greenland ‘unacceptable pressure’: Danish PM

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JD Vance's visit to Greenland with senior officials comes as US President Trump says he wants to take the territory.

How did Yemen become a humanitarian disaster?

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A decade of conflict has torn Yemen apart. Now millions face hunger, displacement, and the collapse of basic services.

Trump signs executive order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

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Progressive groups denounce move as effort to suppress millions of voters who do not have ready access to government ID.

US judge blocks deportation of another pro-Palestinian student activist

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Korean American Yunseo Chung, 21, is among several students challenging the Trump administration to remain in the US.

At least 18 dead as ‘unprecedented’ wildfires rage across South Korea

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South Korea's forest service said thousands of fighters are tackling at least five active wildfire nationwide.

Track and field to be first Olympic event to require DNA tests to prove sex

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World Athletics chief say rules will uphold the integrity of women's sport amid debate over inclusion of trans athletes.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,126

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These are the key developments on day 1,126 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Brazilian Supreme Court considers trial for Bolsonaro over coup allegations

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Top prosecutor argues Bolsonaro oversaw a criminal effort to remain in office despite his loss in the 2022 elections.

‘Sloppy’: Trump downplays shock over leaked Signal chat about Houthi attack

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Democrats have called the high-level discussions on the messaging app Signal 'obviously reckless, obviously dangerous'.

Palestine keep hopes of first World Cup alive with dramatic Iraq turnaround

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Palestine score twice in the final minutes of their Group C qualifier for a historic 2-1 win against Iraq in Jordan.

US judge sets Boeing 737 MAX fraud trial for June 23

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In July, Boeing agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge after two fatal 737 MAX crashes.

Will Benjamin Netanyahu accept a new ceasefire?

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Egypt has proposed a new plan to end Israel's war on Gaza.

Dozens killed in strike on market in Sudan’s North Darfur

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Local rights groups accuse military of carrying out attack as army spokesperson says civilians not targeted.

24 hours of Israeli atrocities in Gaza

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A hospital bombed, civilians targeted, journalists killed. These are 24 hours' worth of Israeli atrocities in Gaza.

The Palestinian activists who refuse to leave despite Israeli violence

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These three Palestinian activists refuse to leave their homes despite Israeli violence.

US consumer confidence plunges to four-year low

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Americans' short-term expectations for income, business and the job market also fell over worries about tariffs, prices.

‘On a journey’: Family mourns Hossam Shabat, journalist killed by Israel

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Hossam Shabat's mother mourns her son's death, calling him a hero who gave his life to reveal Gaza's horror.

At least six people killed in Israeli attacks on southern Syria

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The violence in the border area marks increased friction between Israel and Syria.

US issues demands to new Syrian government in exchange for sanctions relief

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Reuters has reported the US called for the destruction of chemical weapons and a ban on foreign fighters in top roles.

Indonesia beat Bahrain in crucial World Cup qualifier

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Indonesia move clear in fourth spot in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Asia with 1-0 win against Bahrain.

Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal released from detention

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Ballal, co-director of No Other Land, had been detained by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank.

Renewed fighting in DR Congo as regional powers step up ceasefire efforts

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Rwanda-backed M23 rebels battle pro-government fighters in North Kivu and South Kivu province after truce talks.

Russia and Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea strikes, US says

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Ukraine defence minister says Kyiv will view movement of Russian military vessels beyond eastern Black Sea as violation.

A timeline of Israel’s weaponisation of aid to Gaza

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Israel is again starving Palestinians in Gaza as its renewed bombardment kills hundreds, many of them children.

French actor Depardieu admits grabbing woman, denies sexual assault

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French actor Gerard Depardieu says he grabbed by the hips a woman who has accused him of sexual abuse.

Can reconstruction ever begin in Gaza?

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Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza. Is rebuilding even possible? This week, we ask UN expert Paula Gaviria.

Trends, trash and truth: Fast fashion phenomena

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Fast fashion fuels trends at low prices, but at what cost?

Flavours of the Arab Golden Age – EP 3: Aleppo and the Silk Road

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Chef Fadi and historian Kotoz learn about Silk Road merchants who brought exotic spices to Europe and the Arab world.

Senior US officials accidentally text Yemen attack plans to journalist

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Trump officials have been accused of breaching national security, after Yemen attack plans were texted to a journalist.

Germany launches trial of former Baader-Meinhof gang member

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Daniela Klette, found living quietly in Berlin last year, had evaded authorities for more than 30 years.

Canada warns of election threats from China, Russia, India and Pakistan

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Beijing is 'highly likely' to attempt to use AI to meddle in April vote, suggests Canadian intelligence agency.

Video: Co-director of No Other Land attacked by Israeli settlers & detained

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Palestinian co-director of the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, has been arrested by Israeli forces.

Children among dozens killed as Israel pounds Gaza from north to south

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Health officials say 62 people killed in a day as tens of thousands face forced displacement under latest Israeli order.

What Musk and Trump describe is not the South Africa I know and love

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I feel compelled to speak out when Musk labels efforts to undo the legacy of segregation as 'racism'.

What is Betar US, the group pushing to deport pro-Palestinian students?

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The far-right Zionist group is one of many supporting calls by Trump to deport pro-Palestine students from the US.

Sepp Blatter, Michele Platini cleared by Swiss court in corruption case

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Former FIFA boss Blatter and ex-UEFA chief Platini acquitted again on appeal in case that began in 2015.

UN agency calls for urgent aid as conflict drives refugees from DR Congo

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Violence in DR Congo has sent thousands of people fleeing into neighbouring countries.

I am a Holocaust survivor. UK police interviewed me for protesting genocide

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It’s vital for all of us in Britain to speak out now against our own government’s complicity in Israel's genocide.

Tesla sales plummet in Europe despite EV growth

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Ageing design, rising competition and controversy around Elon Musk seen driving reversal of Tesla sales.

Video: Children among victims of latest Israeli attacks in Gaza

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Children were among at least 23 Palestinians killed in pre-dawn Israeli attacks on residential buildings.

Tamim Iqbal: Bangladesh cricketer recovering at clinic after heart attack

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The former ODI captain is in a stable medical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest in a DPL match on Monday.

Yemen war plans: What did Trump aides leak to The Atlantic in Signal chat?

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The Atlantic's editor said that Pete Hegseth sent operational details of a US attack on the Houthis in a Signal chat.

Are Ethiopia and Eritrea hurtling towards war?

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The two countries' historically fraught relationship was mended in 2018, but hostilities are flaring again.

Protesters against Indonesia military law clash with police

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There’s been violence between protesters and police in Indonesia at a demonstration against a new military law.