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UN aid chief warns of possible ‘full-scale famine’ in South Sudan

UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says that South Sudan is at risk of slipping into 'full-scale famine and collapse’.

Iran war live: Hormuz Strait shut down again over US ‘piracy’, says Tehran

Tens of thousands of people forcibly displaced by Israeli attacks on Lebanon use first day of ceasefire to return home.

Iran war live: Tehran says Trump made ‘false’ claims, amid peace talks

Tens of thousands of people forcibly displaced by Israeli attacks on Lebanon use first day of ceasefire to return home.

Iran war live: Tehran says US blockade of ports must end as strait opens

Tens of thousands of people forcibly displaced by Israeli attacks on Lebanon use first day of ceasefire to return home.

He made jazz under air raids - and built an Indian city's music scene

War correspondent, jazz bandleader and impresario, KC Sen shaped Kolkata’s music scene.

Pressure mounts on Peru’s election authorities amid presidential race delay

The vote count continues to determine who will join conservative Keiko Fujimori in Peru's presidential run-off in June.

Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl

The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

Trump seeks ‘resolution’ of his $10bn lawsuit against IRS, spurring concern

Critics warn that Trump could arrange his own settlement by negotiating with a US Justice Department under his control.

Iran rejects Trump claim on deal to surrender nuclear material stockpiles

Iran has rejected suggestions by Donald Trump that it has agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium.

Lebanon president says country is no longer a pawn amid Israel ceasefire

President Joseph Aoun promised to work to preserve Lebanon's sovereignty and freedom.

Will the ceasefire in Lebanon hold?

Lebanon and Israel are holding first direct talks in decades.

Displaced family reunited with grandfather in Lebanon’s Tyre

A grandfather was reunited with his son and grandchildren in Tyre, southern Lebanon.

World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Infantino defends pricing and tickets in US

Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting 'very special' US market as factor.

UN warns South Sudan at risk of ‘full-scale famine’ as fighting intensifies

UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says hunger is tightening its grip amid rising humanitarian needs and intensifying fighting.

US Congress extends controversial surveillance power under FISA for 10 days

The measure has long been criticised for allowing US intelligence agencies to collect citizen data without a warrant.

Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk returns to Turkiye following Trump deportation push

Ozturk says she made the decision to avoid 'losing more time to the state-imposed violence and hostility' under Trump.

Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz

Shipping companies said several things had to be clarified, including the presence of mines, Iranian conditions.

Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait 'open'

Brent crude sinks by a tenth after Iran says the key waterway is open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.

What has Trump said before possible US-Iran talks and what could it mean?

In rapid-fire posts, Trump says Iran will give up nuclear material and 'never close' Hormuz, but questions remain.

England fans facing hugely inflated prices to get to World Cup stadium

England fans are facing having to pay train fares of more than £100 to watch one of their World Cup group matches in the USA.

Japan reveals new name for 40C-and-hotter days after blistering summer

The term - kokushobi - translates to "cruelly hot", "brutally hot" or "severely hot", and comes after Japan's hottest summer on record.

Irish fugitive and suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai

Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.

'Mum is finally free!' Pensioner detained by ICE in US returns to France

Marie-Thérèse had moved to the US after reuniting with her long-lost love, an American man who died in January.

Mugabe's son pleads guilty to pointing a gun in South Africa

Bellarmine Mugabe was arrested in February following the shooting of a 23-year-old man at his home in Johannesburg.

Macron demands assurances after Iran opens Strait of Hormuz

French President Emmanuel Macron said he welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the Lebanon ceasefire.

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

The UN refugee agency has warned of an 'unmarked graveyard for thousands of desperate Rohingya refugees' in South Asia

Southern Lebanon’s only functioning hospital damaged by Israeli strikes

Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto reports from Tibnin Hospital - the only functioning hospital in southern Lebanon.

Ukraine’s long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe

Ukraine has penetrated Russian airspace with unprecedented numbers of drones, denying Russia windfall oil profits.

Men caught competing as women in prestigious South African marathon

Two women runners initially finished outside the top 10 in the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town before bib swap spotted.

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Guardiola says defeat ends Premier League race

Manchester City host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday with the chance to close to within three points of leaders.

Bulgaria elections: Who’s running and what’s at stake?

Bulgaria has held seven national elections in the past four years because of political and social divisions.

Macron and Starmer host allies for summit on Hormuz maritime security

US not part of France- and UK-led talks on a post-war Hormuz maritime force, but Europe's role remains limited.

Palestinians hand over suspect in 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant in Paris

Hicham Harb is suspected of directing the attack in the Rue des Rosiers and acting as one of the gunmen who shot at diners.

Pope Leo calls on Cameroonians to reject violence as 120,000 join Mass

Preaching at a packed stadium in Douala, Pontiff shares a message of hope, peace and faith during Africa trip.

Tennis: Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open over injury concerns

Former No 1 Djokovic, who has struggled with a shoulder issue, will miss the clay-court tournament in Madrid, Spain.

What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

US President Donald Trump announced the 10-day ceasefire between the two countries.

Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold

Hezbollah warns it has its 'finger on the trigger' in case of Israeli violations of the temporary ceasefire.

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model

Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.

Missing wolf that became internet sensation is found

A wolf that escaped form a South Korean zoo, becoming an internet sensation in the process, has been found.

Medal-winning veteran facing Afghan war crime charges released on bail

Australia's most decorated living veteran has been released on bail after being charged with war crimes linked to the Afghanistan war more than ‌a decade ago.

BBC in Iran: 'Tehran does not think it has lost this war'

Lyse Doucet says Iranians want a solution to the long-running animosity with the US, but leaders is not willing to make a deal on Washington's terms.

Avengers reassemble and Top Gun flies back - Hollywood studios preview their new movies

Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

Rapper d4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old girl

Arrest comes after police found the body of Celeste Rivas in a car registered to the musician last year.

Iran war’s big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy

The global economic outlook for 2026 looks grim if the Iran war continues, but some industries are booming.

Sudan’s Prime Minister: This is the path out of the horrors of war

Kamil Idris outlines his government’s vision for ending the war, rebuilding the country and restoring civilian rule.

World Athletics blocks 11 athlete transfer requests to Turkiye

Athletes from Kenya, Nigeria and Jamaica have applications rejected for 'recruitment drive' by Turkiye government.

Young South Sudanese models ‘take up space’ in quest to showcase talent

Longing to stride down international runways often collides with reality of conservatism and lack of structural support.

Iran women football players thank Australian government for protection

The two Iran footballers who stayed in Australia following the Asian Cup say they want to rebuild lives in 'safety'.

‘Vengeance for all’: How Iran’s Lego videos won narrative war against Trump

The viral videos by Iranian creators, say analysts, are high-quality though cheap, and hit fissures in US politics.

Congo’s Sassou Nguesso sworn in for fifth term

Denis Sassou Nguesso has been sworn in for a fifth term as president of the Republic of Congo.