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Last year, the US saw the most number of heatwaves since 1936 and it is now bracing for an unusually hot June.

President signs order promising establishment of a war crimes court in efforts to bring justice 21 years after conflict.

Groups and politicians in Israel have launched a campaign for early elections and a deal to release the captives.

All deaths from the blaze at Qaem Hospital were in the intensive care unit, according to local authorities.

Indictment of former PM, hearings against progressive parties, seen driven by rivalry with conservative establishment.

An inadvertent collision with Austria's Kevin Danso caused France's superstar Kylian Mbappe to suffer a broken nose.

Manchester United open the new Premier League season in August when they host Fulham, while holders City face Chelsea.

Kyiv's forces are due to receive the fighter jets within weeks, but analysts say they are unlikely to be a game-changer.

Country will become first in Southeast Asia to recognise marriage equality.

The looming famine in Sudan is pushing thousands of civilians from Darfur to flee to Chad, say refugees and aid groups.

The scheme will no doubt prove to be just another costly forum for politically expedient human rights violations.

The Boston Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks 4-1 in the NBA Finals to win their first championship since 2008.

Thousands more to participate in nationwide demonstrations over Gaza war and failure to negotiate release of captives.

Malaysian leader criticises 'Western narrative' around Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel.

Despite demanding working conditions and even targeted killings, field workers continue to battle the disease.

Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visited China, Saudi Arabia and the UAE recently to seek investments. Will it work?

City leader John Lee says move will strengthen competitiveness of the Asian financial hub.

North Korea has been reinforcing the border since abandoning a military agreement with South Korea last November.

Biden camp hits out at viral videos that have been seized on as evidence of US president's frailty.

As the war enters its 844th day, these are the main developments.

The closely-controlled process to choose a new Senate is under scrutiny after some alleged it was unlawful.

Dr Vivek Murthy says social media is a contributing factor in the mental health crisis among young people.

How did a team of a motley crew of cricketers become world beaters in two weeks? Al Jazeera asks the team USA coach.

UNRWA chief says 'operationally, nothing has changed yet' after Israeli army announced planned pauses to allow aid in.

Amos Hochstein is also set to visit Lebanon amid growing fears of an all-out war between Hezbollah and Israel.

For a record sixth time, 39-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo will lead Portugal as they try to win another Euro trophy.

Ivan Schranz's seventh-minute goal was enough to allow Slovakia to pull off the shock of the football tournament so far.

Heatwaves set records, and floods and storms become more frequent.

Thousands of people participating in this year's Hajj in Saudi Arabia have suffered from heatstroke and dehydration.

UN agencies say 64 people missing after shipwrecks off the coast of southern Italy.

Activists in France convinced a court to ban employees and representatives of Israeli company at an arms fair.

Saudi Arabia authorities urge pilgrims to protect themselves from extreme heat, hydrate and use umbrellas.

Russian president to embark on state visit on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Kremlin says.

In the Appalachian Mountains, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have opened a dispensary, despite state backlash.

Romania begins its UEFA Euro 2024 campaign on a high, defeating Ukraine 3-0 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

Pounded by sun and dry winds, trees struggle to bear fruit as Kabaw in the Nafusa Mountains faces a lack of rainfall.

Major Global South nations cited Russia's absence or Israel's presence as reasons for not accepting the communique.

As the new government includes parties neutral about Israel's war on Gaza, ANC insists it will still support Palestine.

China's probe into EU pork comes in retaliation to the bloc's decision to add additional tariffs on electric cars.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet, after being pressured to add members.

US alleges Nikhil Gupta worked with Indian government officials in planning the murder of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

Former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales to face trial in February 2025 for his unsolicited kiss on a female player.

The law includes legally binding targets and obligations for not only preserving, but restoring natural habitats.

Strong winds and steep terrain hamper crews battling Los Angeles area's first major fire of the year.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly scrapped his Gaza war cabinet.

SIPRI notes the effects of the wars in Ukraine and Gaza in reducing international security.

Palestinian children were among the victims of Israeli attacks in Gaza's Bureij refugee camp on the first day of Eid.

Beijing and Manila blame one another as two vessels collide off the Philippines.

Such a move would support the peace efforts, not undermine them, as some have argued.