UN rights office: Afghanistan's humanitarian and rights crisis worsening
UN human rights office warns Afghanistan's situation is deteriorating, citing poverty, forced returns, and gender apartheid.
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Malaysia Recovers Remains of All Five in Flying Doctor Helicopter Crash
Malaysian authorities recovered the remains of all five people aboard a 'flying doctor' helicopter that crashed in Sarawak, Borneo. Investigation is ongoing.
UK flights grounded: Over 1,750 cancellations after air traffic system failure
A technical fault in the UK's air traffic control system led to over 1,750 flight cancellations, stranding passengers at major airports.
Trump to Dominate Dallas Convention as Republicans Court His Base
Republicans open an unusual midterm convention in Dallas, featuring President Trump as the star, while many candidates skip the event.
NTSB Probes Fatal Cargo Jet Crash at Miami Airport
Investigators examine the scene of a cargo jet crash at Miami airport that killed five people on the ground.
Venezuelan Diaspora in US Grapples With Earthquake Aftermath From Afar
Venezuelans in the US cope with loss from June's earthquakes while aiding recovery and facing new policy hurdles.
EU unveils plan to rein in short-term rentals amid housing crisis
The European Commission has proposed new rules to regulate short-term home rentals, aiming to ease housing crunches in tourism hotspots.
France to Trim Big-Business Surtax, Boost Employee Buyouts in 2027 Budget
France will reduce its temporary corporate surtax in 2027, not scrap it, and introduce new incentives for employee-led buyouts.
Norway bids final farewell to King Harald V at state funeral
Norway held a state funeral for King Harald V, with royalty and world leaders joining a procession through Oslo before burial at Akershus Castle.
Norway Bids Farewell to King Harald V at State Funeral in Oslo
Norway holds a state funeral for King Harald V, attended by European royals and world leaders, honouring his 35-year reign.
EU moves to shield public contracts with 'Buy European' tender rules
European Commission proposes simpler EU-wide tender platform and optional 'Buy European' criteria to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.
Volunteer Firefighter Dies Battling Antalya Wildfire; 8 Injured
A volunteer firefighter died in Turkey after helping tackle a wildfire in Antalya. Eight others were injured, and hundreds were evacuated.
Angola opens domestic bond market to foreign investors, in talks with JPMorgan
Angola plans to open its $18.6 billion local bond market to foreign investors, with talks underway with JPMorgan on a frontier-market debt index.
US Refines 50% Tariff List on Canadian Goods Ahead of September Deadline
US adjusts scope of 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, effective Sept 15, citing public interest.
IRGC claims heavy damage to US warships, oil tankers in Persian Gulf
Iran's IRGC says it damaged two US warships and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, retaliating for a US attack on Iranian tankers.
Kerala-Born Inmate Killed in Sri Lanka Prison Riot Buried Under Police Guard
Indian inmate Unnikrishnan S, killed in Sri Lanka's Negombo prison riot, was buried under police protection with Indian High Commission officials in attendance.
Russia Signals Readiness to Resume US-Mediated Ukraine Talks
Russia says it hopes US-mediated peace talks with Ukraine will resume soon, citing confirmed political will.
UK Defends Sanctions on Israeli Settlements as Allies Follow Suit
UK bans trade with West Bank settlements; Miliband defends move, citing two-state solution and Palestinian appeals.
India, Sri Lanka Deepen Defence Ties as Rajnath Singh Calls on President in Colombo
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Dissanayake in Colombo, signing defence and youth cooperation pacts.
Zelenskyy Calls for Stronger Global Action as Russian Strikes on Civilians Persist
Zelenskyy criticizes weak global response to Russian attacks on civilians, citing recent deaths and urging stronger measures before winter.