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US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave'
US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.
Senior Chinese delegation visits North Korea for talks
China's fourth-highest-ranked official, Wang Huning, held talks with a top official of North Korea's governing party.
South Korea’s international adoptees seek justice, not homecoming
South Korea's government has acknowledged wrongs, but advocates say accountability is still lacking.
Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz after US resumes blockade
SINGAPORE, July 16 (Reuters) - Fewer vessels travelled through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, the first day after the U.S. reimposed its naval blockade on Iranian ports with b…
Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz as US, Iran continue strikes
SINGAPORE, July 16 (Reuters) - Fewer vessels travelled through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, the first day after the U.S. reimposed its naval blockade on Iranian ports with b…
US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, targets included Bandar Abbas
(Corrects to add dropped word 'higher' in last bullet)By Kanishka Singh and Jasper WardWASHINGTON, July 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. military said late on Wednesday it completed its la…
US attacks oil tanker in strait of Hormuz as strikes reported in Tehran
US disables unladen oil tanker using Hellfire missiles in strait of Hormuz amid concerns strikes could spiral into open conflictThe US has fired on an oil tanker attempting to rea…
Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened
Monitor ranks Toronto as having the worst air quality on earth, surpassing Kinshasa, DR Congo, and New Delhi, India.
Saving Gaza's past, one artefact at a time
Armed with paintbrushes and wearing surgical gloves, volunteers inside a large tent in Gaza delicately brushed dust from a stone mosaic before placing it into storage, part of an …
US bid for Libya reunification a gamble, analysts say
US envoy Massad Boulos has spent the past year shuttling between Libya's rival leaders to bridge their political divide. Authorities in Tripoli and the UN mission in Libya, which …
Iran launches strikes on Gulf, even as FM visits Qatar
Iranian FM Araghchi visits Qatar to pay respects following the death of the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin al Thani
Kyiv under fire from Russian missiles after EU-Ukraine sign drone deal
Mayor Vitali Klitschko says emergency services are battling blazes across the Ukrainian capital.
France’s Morocco reset: What French PM Lecornu’s visit to Rabat signals
The trip highlights how Paris and Rabat are turning a diplomatic rapprochement into a broader strategic partnership.
Iranian doctor says US strike damaged children’s cancer hospital
Iranians are inspecting the damage from days of US strikes on key cities in the country’s south and west.
Celebrations erupt in Argentina’s capital after World Cup semifinal win
Jubilant fans leapt with joy in Buenos Aires after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in Wednesday’s World Cup semifinal.
US military says it disabled tanker trying to breach blockade amid new wave of strikes on Iran – Middle East crisis live
Central Command says US aircraft fired missiles into oil tanker’s smokestack in strait of Hormuz as US strikes Iran for fourth consecutive dayTrump again threatens to strike Iran’…
Wildfire smoke engulfs Toronto, Canada and turns its skies orange
Wildfire smoke turned skies orange over Toronto and the rest of Ontario.
‘Epic squared’: Scaloni lauds Argentina’s back-to-back World Cup comebacks
'There was blood in the water, and we went for it,' Argentina coach said of the relentless late attacks against England.
Iran war live: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait; US ‘disables’ Iranian oil tanker
Iranian media report explosions on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas and Chabahar, as Bahrain and Kuwait sound air raid sirens.
Tuchel defends tactics after Argentina send England packing from World Cup
England manager Tuchel swapped Reece James for Dan Burn, and Declan Rice for defender Nico O’Reilly in the 82nd minute.
Argentina players brandish political Falklands flag after England match
The banner, held up by Lisandro Martinez and Giovani Lo Celso, goes against FIFA’s Stadium Code of Conduct.
US Justice Department refuses New Mexico’s request for Epstein files
New Mexico says the withheld records are critical to its criminal investigation into alleged abuse at Epstein’s ranch.
‘Really big news’: What to know about Trump’s primetime speech on Thursday
The address comes as the White House revives scrutiny of the 2020 election and pushes new voting restrictions.
Iran says peace deal voided, fighting ‘existential war’ after US attacks
The US announced a new wave of attacks Wednesday night, amid reported explosions in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar and Ahvaz.
US House defeats bid to cut off Israel aid in vote dividing Democrats
By Patricia Zengerle and Richard CowanWASHINGTON, July 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives defeated an amendment to cut off aid to Israel on Wednesday, despite nearly…
Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final
Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory England in a highly-charged encounter.
xAI sues user for exploiting AI tool to sexualise minors
Lawsuit accuses Terry Harwood of misusing xAI to bypass safeguards and produce explicit deepfakes involving minors.
Authors, publishers sue Google over alleged AI copyright infringement
Hachette and Elsevier lead US legal action against Google, alleging misuse of books for Gemini AI model training.
Sheinbaum rejects US claim that Mexico’s government is linked to cartels
Sheinbaum has denounced remarks from DEA head Terry Cole as a baseless 'political statement' about Mexico.
What are the obstacles to peace between Israel and Lebanon?
Another round of talks is under way between Israel and Lebanon to try to advance the ceasefire agreement.