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Indonesia’s magnitude 7.7 quake kills at least 51, displaces thousands
Over 1,300 homes damaged and 5,000 people displaced as Indonesia grapples with one of its deadliest quakes in years.

Russian strikes kill Ukrainian woman as NATO jet downs drone over Romania
Romania's Defence Ministry didn't specify origin of the drone but has previously blamed Russia for similar incidents.

Israel strikes south Lebanon again as families flee north
Israeli airstrikes hit the Nabatieh district of southern Lebanon just hours after the deadliest day of Israeli raids.

Australia gun buyback spurred by Bondi attack to start in November, PM says
Australia introduced measures to reduce gun ownership following a deadly attack on Sydney's Bondi Beach last year.

Yemeni government forces hit back after new Houthi offensive
Yemeni government forces, backed by Saudi Arabia, have struck back after a new Houthi offensive in areas it controls.

Who killed Tupac? What to know about the trial of Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis
Three decades after rapper Tupac Shakur's death, a former California gang boss is the first person to be prosecuted.

Observers say Zambia’s election marred by reports of intimidation, violence
Vote counting in Thursday's presidential polls were briefly suspended amid security threats to the electoral process.

Al Jazeera journalist opens beach cafe in the Gaza she loves
Palestinian journalist Hind Khoudary has opened a Gaza beach cafe, hoping to revive a much-loved part of life in the war

As petrol prices soar, electric bikes gain ground in Nigeria
Riders say the switch is helping them cut fuel and maintenance costs.

Army drops roses on Syrian crowds in a far cry from war
Syrian army helicopters dropped roses on crowds at Damascus Citadel’s Summer Syria festival.

Hamas leader heads to Cairo for Gaza talks ahead of Kushner visit
Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya to meet Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad in Cairo amid ongoing Gaza tensions.

Iran war live: Talks on Hormuz Strait continue; Israel kills 11 in Lebanon
Israel kills 11 in deadliest attacks on Lebanon since June truce as Iran and Oman continue talks on Hormuz.

Yemen’s government says Houthi strikes hit residential areas in Marib
Yemen's Ministry of Information denounces attacks on Marib as 'escalation' that threatens lives and increases suffering.

At least five reported dead amid flooding in US state of Indiana
Indiana's state governor says that US government has promised assistance after a week of heavy rainfall.

Colombia asks Trump to suspend tariffs as country reels from earthquake
Post-earthquake reconstruction is expected to cost about $6.4bn, but Colombia has been hit by renewed US tariffs.

US Democrats finalise major shakeup to 2028 presidential primary calendar
South Carolina will again take centre stage as the first nominating contest, pushing Iowa from its top spot.

Why is the latest Ebola outbreak worsening?
Virus spreading in DRC faster than containment efforts.

Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake
Officials say a rapid assessment into the impact of the earthquake that destroyed hundreds of buildings and killed 47 is under way.

Australian state to launch gun buyback after Bondi Beach attack
New South Wales, where the attack took place, will offer gun owners cash to give up their firearms.

Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets
Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.

Qatar denies it is detaining three Iranian bomber pilots
Iran says Qatar is holding three pilots who were shot down in March. Doha decries 'misleading statements'.

California tackles multiple wildfires as firefighter workforce faces strain
The federal wildland firefighting workforce, faced with low pay and cost of living issues, copes with Trump-era cuts.

Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years
In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.

Canadian petition to expel US ambassador gains over 170,000 signatures
The petition is set to be discussed by House of Commons in a sign of discontent with policies of US President Trump.

Moroccan Police Intercept Migrants Heading for Ceuta Enclave
Security forces in Fnideq have stepped up operations to prevent migrants from crossing into Ceuta.

Moroccan police arrest over 100 migrants trying to reach Spanish enclave
A social media campaign encouraged people to flock to Ceuta just weeks after many died while making the crossing.

Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to ascend the throne
The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.

Morocco detains dozens of migrants trying to cross into Ceuta
Security had been stepped up amid suggestions on social media of a second mass crossing on Saturday.

Death toll from Zimbabwe ferry disaster rises to 69
Police say 23 more bodies have been recovered from Lake Kariba after the overloaded vessel capsized on Tuesday.

La Liga: Real Madrid key talking points heading into new 2026-27 season
Real Madrid welcome back Jose Mourinho as manager as they attempt to stop a three-peat by Barcelona in La Liga.

Cleanup underway as Russian oil spill reaches Oman’s coastline
Cleanup crews are responding along 12 kilometres of Omani coastline following an oil spill from the grounded tanker.

Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?
The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.

US aircraft carrier expected to relieve USS Lincoln in Middle East
The USS Washington's movement comes amid reports of dire conditions on the USS Lincoln amid the ongoing Iran war.

Inter Milan sign England’s Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur
The 26-year-old, who has signed a five-year deal, cost the Italian champions about $40m, according to media reports.

Firefighters battle wildfire tearing through Belgian nature reserve
The fire burning through the major park was described as the country's worst in recent years.

Tropical Storm Lala expected to strengthen as it nears Hawaii
Authorities warn residents to take precautions as storm expected to bring rain and strong winds to the island chain.

UK PM Burnham reacts to death of former Cambridge professor
Jason Arday was found dead on Friday, just days after resigning amid intense scrutiny over his academic work.

Erdogan says Egypt could join Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact
Turkish president tells Al Jazeera that the recently signed agreement is open to new members as he pledges continued support.

One killed, dozens injured after wildfire hits Croatian coast
At least one person was killed and around 42 others were injured after a violent wildfire hit a coastal town in Croatia.

Sudan’s al-Burhan pledges immunity for dialogue, rules out Hemedti return
Al-Burhan pledged temporary immunity and legal protections for participants in a Sudanese national dialogue.

Ukraine hits Russian Starlink-style network, Moscow tracks arms package
Ukraine used domestically produced Flamingo missiles to hit targets in Russia's southwestern Samara region.

Israeli settlers besiege Palestinian families in occupied West Bank
Three Palestinian families say they have been trapped inside their homes in the occupied West Bank for nearly a week.

Sedition to anthem: Many lives of ‘Azadi’ chants in India’s youth protests
A decade ago, student leaders were jailed for shouting 'Azadi', which means freedom.

How blind football is helping women overcome barriers in Mexico
Mexico is sending its first blind women's football team to compete in an international tournament. Players cannot wait.

The next Yemen war might be different
Drones are no longer the advantage for only one side.

Five injured, one critically, in shooting at Virginia State University
Multiple suspects were involved in the incident in the early hours of Saturday, the university said.

World's Ugliest Dog contest crowns 2026 winner
The annual contest has been taking place in Santa Rosa, California.

Afghans mark five years of Taliban rule
Afghans have gathered in Kabul to mark five years since the Taliban returned to power.
Black professor at centre of Cambridge plagiarism row found dead
Dr Jason Arday has been found dead days after resigning from Cambridge University due to plagiarism allegations.

Vienna woman sues city for discrimination over toilet fees
An Austrian activist in Vienna is challenging the city over public toilet fees.

Five wounded in shooting at Virginia State University
Police found the gunshot victims near the university's residence halls.

Five years on, how will Taliban deal with armed opposition?
The United Nations says armed groups opposed to the government remain active.

Afghan refugees face an uncertain future as Europe shifts to the right
With the fall of the former government in Kabul, thousands of Afghans were forced to flee the country, many to Europe.

Is China seeking to copy Iran’s Strait of Hormuz blockade around Taiwan?
Taiwan has long prepared for a Chinese military invasion but wars in Iran and Ukraine expose new potential threats.

Modi threatens to target ‘intellectual Naxals’ in Independence Day speech
The Indian PM said Maoist-influenced Naxalite rebellion is largely gone, but its ideological backers still pose threat.

Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?
Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.

Seven killed in Israeli strike on southern Lebanon, country's PM says
Among those killed in the strike on Ansar included three children and two women, state media reports.

Aftermath of deadly Indonesia earthquake
Dozens of people have been killed after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores Island.

Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead, angering China, South Korea
Defence Minister Koizumi's visit to Yasukuni Shrine comes on the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII.

What the Taliban achieved and failed to achieve in five years
The Taliban government brought security and stability but is facing increasing alienation of the general population.