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Record-setting hot weather underscores warning from scientists that heatwaves will be more common due to climate change.

Recent votes are galvanising debate within the Democratic Party about how to address crime, but challenges abound.

The Dutch queen discusses her work as UN special advocate for inclusive finance for development.

People who need menstrual products are struggling amid a shortage of tampons in the US. What exactly is going on?

The border closure is the latest escalation in a diplomatic crisis that has broken out between the neighbours.

Sri Lankan gov't orders public sector employees to stay home and schools to close for two weeks amid fuel crisis.

Convicted of sexually abusing underaged gymnasts, Nassar will likely spend the rest of his life in prison.

The incidents took place as an annual festival attended by senior legislators and businesspeople was under way nearby.

The far-right group sought to blend in, in apparent coordinated bid to stir up crowds storming the Capitol, report says.

European Commission green-lit Ukraine for EU candidate status, but becoming a member might take years.

At St Petersburg economic forum, Russian president says West trying to crush Russia with 'stupid sanctions'.

Dozens of people had gathered at the mosque for Friday prayers when an explosive device detonated, police said.

More than a million Ukrainians have sought shelter in Russia since the war began.

It is high time for Hollywood to end its lucrative partnership with the US military.

Russian invasion of Ukraine has left US and other countries seeking more fossil fuel output, threatening climate goals.

Turkish leader says Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will visit Ankara next week as relations improve.

We now appear to be ruled by gangsters fitted out as Hindu godmen, says author Arundhati Roy.

As a synagogue sues Florida over new abortion law, experts say faith could be at heart of 'post-Roe' abortion defence.

Hungary opposes setting a minimum corporate tax of 15 percent on big multinationals, preventing an EU deal.

Rights groups say 7,000 Egyptians are on terror lists - even out of prison that means separation from their families.

Al Jazeera's Assed Baig on the harrowing scenes in Ukraine's second city, including apparent abuses by both sides.

Last April, the DRC declared a state of siege in North Kivu and Ituri provinces due to escalating attacks by militias.

The Home Office says his extradition is approved but Assange can still appeal the decision. WikiLeaks says he will.

Assault follows a string of high-profile mass shootings that has sparked the latest push for national reforms.

Marc Fogel is the latest American to be caught up in Russia's legal system as tensions with Moscow soar.

ADF reportedly carried out series of bombings in Kampala and elsewhere last November, which killed at least nine people.

Commission gives a fast-tracked opinion on membership of the bloc before a summit of EU leaders on June 23-24.

Official says Washington has not yet raised earlier reports of two missing US fighters with Moscow.

Israel's attack on Damascus airport last week highlights the importance of a deal between Iran and the West to Syria.

Greece is reportedly employing third-country nationals to help expel asylum seekers across the land border with Turkey.

State Department spokesman says the US 'encourages India to promote respect for human rights'.

Stephen Curry scores 34 points and is named the NBA Finals MVP as Golden State Warriors beat Boston Celtics 103-90.

Protesters throw stones at police and set train coaches on fire as demonstrations against new recruitment policy spread.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 114th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Ten others injured in the latest deadly Israeli raid in the occupied West Bank.

After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, could Moldova be next?

Gangubai Kathiawadi is the latest film to highlight Indian industry's growing foothold in Southeast Asian country.

The ship began construction in Shanghai in 2018 and is China's first domestically-developed aircraft carrier.

Agreement comes after failure to reach consensus on ending harmful fishing subsidies and waiving IP for COVID vaccines.

Rapporteur accuses Myanmar military of mounting 'relentless attacks' on children since seizing power in February 2021.

A new version of the legislation could be passed next month, but the government has shared little about the changes.

Plaintiff accuses Tesla CEO of manipulating cryptocurrency for 'profit, exposure and amusement'.

Death and destruction in port city show serious abuse of international law, UN Human Rights Commissioner says.

FIFA unveils list of 16 cities in United States, Canada, and Mexico that will host matches in 2026 World Cup.

The bill would benefit some 3.5 million veterans who developed cancer and other illnesses after being exposed to fumes.

Panel says rioters came within close proximity to Mike Pence at US Capitol as Trump turned 'mob' on his vice president.

Many voters remain undecided after campaign marked by death threats, scandals and preemptive fraud claims.

Gunmen were travelling on motorcycles near Niger's border with Burkina Faso, France's military says.

More than 100 million people have been displaced around the world, according to the United Nations.

Latest hearing in US lawmakers' probe into Capitol riot focuses on Donald Trump pressure on Pence. Here's what we know.