Russia pounds Ukraine, uncertainty swirls
Ukraine is reporting heavy and sometimes fatal Russian shelling amid what it says are largely unsuccessful attempts by Russian ground forces to advance.
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Fire engulfs homes as UK temperatures soar
Temperatures have reached 40.3C for the first time on record in the United Kingdom.
Britain records highest ever temp of 39.1C
Britain recorded its highest ever temperature of 39.1C, surpassing the previous record of 38.7C recorded in 2019.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy sidelines close allies
As Russia prepares to intensify its operations, Ukraine's security chief and top prosecutor have been sacked over numerous cases of collaboration with Moscow.
Britain swelters in “crazy” temps up to 41C
Britain is already sweltering as temperatures hit the high 30s, with 41C forecast for Tuesday.
Ukraine spy move as EU pledges new support
Ukraine's president has removed the country's security chief and top prosecutor over spy fears, as the EU pledges more funds amid ongoing Russian bombardment.
Russia prepares for next Ukraine offensive
Russian forces are preparing for the next stage of their offensive, Kyiv says, as Western deliveries of long-range arms to Ukraine begin to have an impact.
Russia is preparing for offensive: Ukraine
Russian rockets and missiles have pounded cities in strikes that Ukraine says have killed dozens in recent days.
Pacific leaders declare climate emergency
The Pacific Islands Forum's final communique has declared a climate emergency, while leaders also committed to bringing Kiribati back to the table.
Russia continues long-range bombardments
Crowded buildings remain in Russia's crosshairs as its forces continue to launch long-range missile strikes on Ukraine's urban areas.
Pacific supports Aust on climate: Albanese
The Pacific Islands Forum has wrapped up after an all-day summit of leaders in Fiji, with Australian PM Anthony Albanese declaring the meeting a success.
Russian missiles kill 20 in Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say Russian missiles that struck a city in central Ukraine killed at least 20 people and wounded about 90
Sunak cements lead in race to be UK’s PM
Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt have maintained their places at the front of the UK Conservative Party leadership race as Suella Braverman was eliminated.
‘Terrorist’ Russia kills 23: Zelenskiy
Ukraine's president has described Russia as a terrorist state following an attack he said killed at least 23 people, as grain exports edge closer to resumption.
Italian president rejects PM’s resignation
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has refused to accept Prime Minister Mario Draghi's resignation, according to the president's office.
Sri Lanka president resigns from Singapore
Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has sent in his resignation letter from Singapore but the parliamentary Speaker is waiting for verification.
Forum leaders declare climate emergency
The Pacific Islands Forum's final communique has declared there is a climate emergency as the leaders committed to bringing Kiribati back to the table.
No military base for China: Solomons PM
The China security pact does not include provisions for a military base, Solomon Islands leader Manasseh Sogavare insists amid warming relations with Australia.
Sunak tops first vote to be next UK PM
UK finance minister Nadhim Zahawi and ex-minister Jeremy Hunt have been eliminated from the race to succeed Boris Johnson after voting by Conservative MPs.
Breakthrough at Ukraine grain export talks
Turkey has announced a deal with Ukraine, Russia and the United Nations aimed at resuming Ukrainian grain exports.
Sri Lanka awaits president’s resignation
The promised official resignation letter from Sri Lanka's president, who has fled to the Maldives, has yet to materialise as protests continue in Colombo.
Pacific leaders thrash out issues in Fiji
Hopes are high for a straightforward and unified Pacific Islands Forum leaders' retreat after the tumult of the last gathering in 2019.
Sri Lankan president flees to Maldives
Days after protesters stormed his residence amid food and fuel shortages, Sri Lanka's president has fled the country hours before he was due to step down.
HBO’s ‘Succession’ leads Emmy nominations
The rivals for best drama in television's highest honours include HBO drama Succession and Netflix's South Korean thriller Squid Game.
Kyiv hits Russian forces in south Ukraine
Long-range rocket attacks on Russian forces in southern Ukraine have destroyed an ammunition store and armoured vehicles, Ukraine's military says.
NZ worker exodus worsens labour crunch
New Zealand's easing of border curbs has triggered a rush of new departures, adding further pressure on the country's already tight employment market.
German, Czech Rep Russian gas flows stop
Germany and the Czech Republic have formalised their intentions to hastily reduce their dependency on Russian fossil fuels.
Kyiv gears up for southern counter-attack
Ukrainian forces are planning a counter-offensive in the country's south using hundreds of thousands of troops.
New UK PM to be announced on Sept 5
Tax plans are dominating the leadership debate as 11 candidates throw their hat in the ring for the UK's top job, with the new PM to be named on September 5.
Far out: NASA space telescope goes deep
The first image from NASA's new space telescope is the deepest view of the universe ever released, moving closer to the dawn of time.
Sri Lankan president confirms resignation
Protesters remain in Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's residence, his seaside office and the prime minister's home as both men offer to resign.