Ukrainian attack triggers quake-sized blast in Russia
A partial evacuation has been ordered in Russia's Tver region after a "massive" Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire there, the local governor says.
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Russia drone attack injures one in Kyiv region: Ukraine
Ukraine's military says it has shot down more than 50 Russian drones in the Kyiv region, with one person injured and five homes damaged in the attack.
Children among 16 killed in Gaza attack: Palestinians
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Russian army expanding to meet growing threats: Kremlin
The Kremlin says a move to boost the Russian army by 180,000 troops is needed because of the number of threats along the nation's borders.
Trump assassination attempt suspect faces gun crimes
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump says it is the president and vice president's rhetoric about him is "causing me to be shot at".
Hamas congratulates Houthis on Israel attack
The Houthis have reached central Israel with a missile, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to say Israel would inflict a "heavy price" on them.
Shogun, Hacks claim top honours at Emmy awards
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Ukraine Kursk incursion ‘slows Russia’ as POWs swapped
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says a Russian counterattack in its southwestern region of Kursk has made little progress.
Trump criticises Harris in California press conference
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Israel launches deadly strikes in south, central Gaza
Israeli air strikes have hit central and southern Gaza overnight as the family of a US-Turkish activist killed by an Israeli soldier prepares for her funeral.
Russia, Ukraine exchange 206 prisoners in second swap
Ukraine and Russia have carried out their second prisoner exchange in as many days, with 103 soldiers from each side being repatriated.
Remnants of NZ supereruption found in Tasmanian wetland
Invisible volcanic glass shards found in Tasmanian wetland sediment may have originated from the supereruption of New Zealand's Taupo Volcano 26,000 years ago.
Houthi missile reaches central Israel for first time
A missile fired by Yemen's Iran-backed rebels has landed in an open area in central Israel, triggering air raid sirens at its international airport.
Myanmar flooding kills at least 74 with 89 missing
Heavy flooding has hit Myanmar with more than 65,000 houses destroyed, according to officials.
Russian air strike injures 30 in Kharkiv: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian officials say 30 civilians have been injured in a Russian air strike on the city of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine.
Trump safe after new assassination attempt thwarted
A 58-year-old suspect is in custody after an apparent assassination attempt on former US president Donald Trump at his Florida golf course.
Israeli PM vows response after Houthi missile hits
A missile launched by Houthi rebels has reportedly reached central Israel, prompting Israeli officials to warn the Yemeni group will face a "heavy price".
UN chief condemns attack on Gaza school
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Nearly 64 dead as Typhoon Yagi hammers Vietnam
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Pope cheers East Timor while nodding to abuse scandal
Pope Francis has praised East Timor's recovery after receiving a rapturous welcome to the country, and has also vaguely acknowledged a bishop's abuse scandal.
‘Loving and being loved’: Princess Kate finishes chemo
The Princess of Wales has released a video and a statement announcing she has finished chemotherapy treatment for an undisclosed cancer.
Ukraine summons Iran envoy amid missile transfer rumour
Tehran has denied reports it has transfered ballistic missiles to Russia, saying the rumours are tantamount to "psychological warfare".
US election officials decry Trump’s threat to jail them
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has threatened to jail "corrupt" election officials if he is returned to the Oval Office.
Israel strikes camp in Gaza safe zone, dozens killed
An Israeli strike has killed dozens of people in a tent camp at a designated humanitarian area in southern Gaza, Palestinian officials say.
East Timor turns out in force for mass with the Pope
Almost half the population of East Timor has turned out for a mass with Pope Francis at a park synonymous with the country's long struggle for independence.
One killed as dozens of Ukrainian drones target Moscow
Ukraine has launched one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia, killing one person and stopping flights as it targeted swarms of unmanned vehicles at Moscow.
Harris puts Trump on defensive in combative debate
Kamala Harris has made a forceful case against Donald Trump in their debate, getting under his skin as they clashed on topics such as immigration and abortion.
Blinken arrives in Ukraine in show of support for Kyiv
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK counterpart David Lammy have arrived in Kyiv to find out directly what Ukraine's goals are in its war with Russia.
Israel close to completing Gaza missions: minister
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says the country's forces will turn their focus to Hezbollah and the border with Lebanon.
River floods Hanoi as Typhoon Yagi leaves 179 dead
Asia's strongest typhoon on 2024 has killed at least 179 people in Vietnam and forced thousands to flee their homes as a swollen river floods the capital.
Russia hammers Ukrainian rail and transport hubs
Water to the key city of Pokrovsk has been cut and drones damaged a rail hub as Russia's slog across Ukraine's east lays waste to public infrastructure.