Scores dead as Israel storms southern Gaza’s main city
Israel says it has surrounded Gaza's second-biggest city after what it described as the most intense day of fighting since the ground operations in Gaza began.
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PNG to recruit Australia police in security deal
Papua New Guinea's minister of state Justin Tkatchenko says Australian police officers 'can help us out considerably' under a new security deal.
Maori protesters march as New Zealand MPs sworn in
The 54th Parliament of New Zealand has opened, amid demonstrations from Maori both inside and outside the House.
Fossil fuel phase out on table at COP28 climate talks
An 'orderly and just phase out' of fossil fuels is one of the options countries at the UN COP28 climate summit are considering for their final agreement.
Ukraine changing war tactics, presidential aide says
Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak says the government is focused on speeding up talks with partners to boost military supplies.
Israel strikes southern city in bloody new phase of war
Intensified Israeli bombardment of Gaza's second largest city marks a bloody new phase of the war as the offensive widens into the south.
US calls for restraint amid renewed Gaza fighting
US Vice President Kamala Harris says "too many innocent Palestinians have been killed" amid renewed fighting between Hamas and Israeli forces.
One dead, two injured after attack in central Paris
One person has died and two others have been injured after an assailant attacked passers-by in central Paris near the Eiffel Tower.
‘Foreign terrorists’ blamed for deadly Philippine blast
Four people have been killed and several others wounded in an explosion in a university gymnasium in the southern Philippine city of Marawi.
Russian forces shot surrendering soldiers, Ukraine says
Ukraine says an unverified video showing Russian soldiers shooting two surrendering Ukrainian soldiers is proof Moscow violates the rules of war.
Climate finance takes centre stage at COP28 summit
COP28's Emirati hosts have set a fast pace on cheque signing amid the United Nations climate summit's biggest-ever attendance from business and finance firms.
Ukraine says two killed as Russian forces shell Kherson
Ukrainian officials say Russian shelling has killed two people and injured seven in an area in and around Kherson city.
Thousands evacuate amid Philippines quake aftershocks
Another earthquake has struck Mindanao in the Philippines, as thousands of people shelter in evacuation centres amid a series of aftershocks.
Israel says ground forces operating across Gaza Strip
"The Israel Defence Forces continues to extend its ground operation against Hamas centres in all of the Gaza Strip," a spokesman says.
Gaza refugee camp reported hit amid Israeli air strikes
An Israeli air strike has reportedly hit the Jabalia refugee camp, with Gaza's health ministry saying several people have been killed.
Residents returning home after deadly Philippines quake
A tsunami alert has been lifted after a strong earthquake jolted the southern Philippines, killing at least one person.
Nine dead, 15 injured after raid at Peru mine
Nine people have been killed after a raid by a group of armed men in the Poderosa mine facilities in Peru.
Plan to triple renewable energy backed by 118 countries
A pledge signed by 118 countries at COP28 says tripling renewable energy could help remove carbon dioxide-emitting fossil fuels by 2050.
Ex-president Poroshenko barred from leaving Ukraine
Ukraine's security service says it prevented former president Petro Poroshenko from leaving the country because Russia planned to exploit one of his meetings.
Philippine military on alert after ‘terrorist’ bombing
Four people have been killed and several others wounded in an explosion in a university gymnasium in the southern Philippine city of Marawi.
Three dead, nine wounded in Philippines gym blast
Three people have been killed and several are wounded in an explosion in a university gymnasium in southern Philippine city of Marawi.
Philippines lifts tsunami alert after strong quake
A strong earthquake has jolted the southern Philippines, prompting authorities to warn against about possible tsunami waves.
Strong Philippines quake triggers tsunami evacuations
A strong earthquake has jolted the southern Philippines, prompting authorities to warn against about possible tsunami waves.
One dead, one injured after attack in central Paris
A person has died following an attack in the Quai de Grenelle area of Paris.
US urges restraint as Israel bombards southern Gaza
US Vice President Kamala Harris says "too many innocent Palestinians have been killed" amid renewed fighting between Hamas and Israeli forces.
7.6 quake strikes off Philippines, tsunami waves
A strong earthquake has jolted the southern Philippines, prompting authorities to warn against about possible tsunami waves.
Magnitude 7.6 earthquake strikes off Philippines
A strong earthquake has jolted the southern Philippines, prompting authorities to warn against about possible tsunami waves.
Japan on tsunami alert as 7.6 quake strikes Philippines
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 has struck off the coast of the southern Philippines island of Mindanao.
Deal to triple renewable energy backed by 117 countries
A pledge signed by more than 115 countries at COP28 says tripling renewable energy could help remove carbon dioxide-emitting fossil fuels by 2050.
US forges new high-tech agreement with Australia, UK
In a deal worth an estimated $A3 billion, the United States has approved the sale of training and training devices to Australia in relation AUKUS.
Countries to promise clean energy boost at COP28
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says 110 countries are backing a pledge at COP28 to triple clean power and slash fossil fuel use.