Russian Strike On Poltava Kills 41, Injures 180: Zelensky
Dozens of Ukrainians were killed on Tuesday in a Russian missile attack on the central Ukrainian city of Poltava, one of the deadliest strikes of the two-and-a-half-year war.
Turmoil In Italy Over Plan To Hike Tourist Tax
Overtourism, which is already causing headaches from Venice to the Italian Riviera, risks costing travellers dearly as Rome considers hiking the tourist tax to make them "more responsible" -- and raise cash.
Russia Orders French Researcher Kept In Jail As Trial Starts
A Moscow court on Tuesday ordered a French researcher accused of breaching Russia's "foreign agent" law be held in jail until February next year, at the start of a trial that comes amid tensions between Russia and the West over the Ukraine conflict.
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Larry the Downing Street cat is facing a challenge to his position as the British government's chief mouser -- a cute "Russian" kitten.
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Student's Murder Inflames Immigration Debate In Southern US
Along the edge of a peaceful lake in the southern US state of Georgia, a pile of sneakers forms a makeshift memorial to Laken Riley, a nursing student who was murdered nearby while out on a morning jog.
EU Chief To Hand Economy Job To Italy's Far-right: Report
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has made her first picks for her top team, with the key economy vice-president job going to Italy's far-right nominee, German newspaper Die Welt reported Tuesday.
'Queen Of Trash' In Dock In Sweden's Biggest Toxic Waste Scandal
Eleven people go on trial in Sweden on Tuesday accused of illegally dumping toxic waste in the country's biggest-ever environmental crime case.
Musk's Satellite Company Refuses To Comply With Court Order To Block X In Brazil
Starlink is demanding that its bank accounts be unfrozen first, the head of telecom regulator Anatel said.
Putin In Mongolia Under Cloud Of War Crimes Accusations
Russian President Vladimir Putin was in Mongolia for an official visit on Tuesday, his first to an International Criminal Court (ICC) member since it issued a warrant for his arrest last year.
No TV Or Screens For Toddlers, Sweden Tells Parents
Toddlers should not be allowed to watch screens at all, Sweden told parents on Monday.
Uruguay Star Luis Suarez Announces Retirement From International Football
Uruguay icon Luis Suarez announced his retirement from international football on Monday, confirming that he will hang up his boots following Friday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Paraguay in Montevideo.
Venezuelan Court Grants Arrest Warrant For Maduro's Opposition Rival
A Venezuelan court granted an arrest warrant Monday for opposition presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, who claims to have rightfully won July elections that authorities awarded to incumbent Nicolas Maduro.
Israeli President Asks For Forgiveness From Family of Dead Israeli-American Hostage
Isaac Herzog said Israel 'failed' to bring Hersh Goldberg-Polin home alive
Key Ingredient In Weight Loss Drugs Ozempic And Wegovy Cuts Risk Of COVID Death: Report
People being treated with the drugs, which both contain semaglutide, had a 33% lower risk of dying from the disease, study found
UK Govt Announces Partial Suspension Of Arms Exports To Israel
Britain said Monday it would suspend some arms exports to Israel, citing a "clear risk" that they could be used in a serious breach of international humanitarian law.
Brazil's Supreme Court Confirms Suspension Of Elon Musk's X
The court has ratified the decision by one of its judges to suspend X for alleged judicial transgressions after platform was accused of hosting right-wing 'digital militias'
Joe Biden Accuses Netanyahu Of Not Doing Enough To Free The Hostages
The president told reporters he would present a cease-fire and hostage deal to both sides this week
Israeli Labor Court Orders Union To End Strike Over Hostage Killings
The leader of Israel's largest union said workers would abide by the ruling, but noted that 'hundreds of thousands of citizens voted with their feet' while the strike lasted
Gulf Stocks Rise On Growing Hopes For Fed Rate Cuts And US Data Signals
This week, all eyes are on upcoming US economic data and the Fed's next steps, which could influence global and Gulf markets in the coming days.
Russia's Putin Arrives In ICC Member Mongolia
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Mongolia on Monday, his first visit to a member of the International Criminal Court (ICC) since it issued an arrest warrant for him last year.
Hamas Threatens To Release Six Slain Hostages' 'Last Messages'
The warning came at the end of a chilling video that showed the hostages confirming their identities before their bodies were found in Gaza.
Oasis Fans' Fury Sparks UK Govt Review Of Dynamic Pricing
The British government has said it will probe surge pricing after furious Oasis fans faced huge hikes in ticket prices for the Britpop band's much-anticipated reunion.
Putin Says Ukraine Border Incursion Will Not Stop Russian Advance
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday that his army was rapidly advancing in east Ukraine, citing this as proof that Kyiv's cross-border incursion into the Kursk region was failing.
Indonesia Prepares To Welcome Pope Francis
Indonesia readied on Monday to welcome Pope Francis, rolling out a papal stamp, a large billboard and a life-sized cutout of the pontiff before his arrival in the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation.
Tropical Storm Triggers Landslides In Philippines, 11 Dead
Floods and landslides killed 11 people after a fierce tropical storm dumped heavy rain on the Philippines for a second day, officials said Monday.
Germany's Far-right AfD Sees Mandate After Maiden Regional Win
Germany's far-right AfD was Monday celebrating a landmark win in a regional vote, sending a shot across the bows of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government a year ahead of national elections.
General Strike Launched In Israel Over Dead Hostages
A call by Israel's largest union to paralyze the economy follows night of massive demonstrations, with tens of thousands of protesters taking to the streets in an outpouring of grief and fury over six hostages killed in Gaza
As Wolves Swoop, Austrians Grab Guns For Contested Cull
After wolves swooped from the forest and savaged her lambs, Austrian sheep farmer Renate Pilz feels like giving up.
France's Macron Hosts Ex-presidents As Search For PM Narrows
French President Emmanuel Macron was to host former presidents Nicolas Sarkozy and Francois Hollande Monday as he weighed options for prime minister after inconclusive parliamentary polls, with one centre-left figure the apparent front-runner.
China Rolls Out The Red Carpet For African Leaders
China on Monday rolled out the red carpet for leaders from across Africa, seeking to deepen ties with the resource-rich continent it has furnished with billions in loans for infrastructure and development.
'Russian Spy' Whale Found Dead In Norway
A Beluga whale whose strange harness sparked suspicions it was trained by Russia for spying purposes has been found dead in Norway, according to an NGO which tracks his movements.
Inside The 'Golden Age' Of Alien Hunting At The Green Bank Telescope
Nestled between mountains in a secluded corner of West Virginia, a giant awakens: the Green Bank Telescope begins its nightly vigil, scanning the cosmos for secrets.
Brazilian Supreme Court Justices To Review X Ban
Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered billionaire Elon Musk's social media website shut down because it no longer has a legal representative in the country.
'Great Moment' For Mbappe As He Scores First La Liga Goals For Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe answered his critics in style as he netted his first La Liga goals to give Real Madrid a 2-0 win over Real Betis at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday which sends them second in the table.
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