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Firefighters are struggling to contain numerous blazes amid scorching temperatures that are expected to drop at weekend.

Here is what is expected to happen next, including the protocol surrounding the accession of a new monarch.

Mourners leave flowers and gather outside Buckingham Palace after death of longstanding British monarch.

Potter, 47, has agreed to a five-year contract with the six-time English football champions.

Chief Wally Burns of James Smith Cree Nation says 'violence has to stop' after attacks left 10 dead in Saskatchewan.

The queen spent more than seven decades on the throne as the United Kingdom rebuilt following the second world war.

Queen Elizabeth II, who spent seven decades on the British throne, has died at age 96.

Al Jazeera takes a look at the life and family of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning British monarch.

Monarch led UK royal family through often-difficult times and greeted generations of kings, presidents and despots.

Elizabeth, one of the world's longest-ruling monarchs, died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland after 70-year reign.

Bannon is indicted on money laundering and conspiracy charges related to a campaign to build a US-Mexico border wall.

Long-standing inequalities, such as lack of green space in poorer neighbourhoods, put many people at risk, experts say.

Long periods of sunshine caused sweltering conditions and droughts throughout much of the continent.

The 30-year mortgage rate is now 5.89 percent, up from 5.66 percent last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac.

Host organisers make the announcement as concerns over lack of accommodation for travelling fans continue to grow.

Shaw, known to many viewers as Bernie, shot to fame during live US coverage of the 1991 Gulf War.

Four cheetahs have been sent to Mozambique as part of a plan to reintroduce them in depopulated regions.

In Tasmania, 101 East meets the ordinary citizens risking jail time to make a stand.

Queen Elizabeth II under medical supervision as doctors 'concerned for Her Majesty’s health,' Buckingham Palace says.

A look at some notable dates and events in the life and work of the UK's Queen Elizabeth II.

Here's a round-up of Al Jazeera's Middle East coverage from the past week.

At least 28 children died from kidney failure linked to a paracemol syrup but ministry said it could also be E. coli.

The new UK government also lifts a ban on fracking and allows more drilling licences for North Sea oil and gas.

Murdered Las Vegas journalist had reported extensively on allegations against county public administrator.

Havrita allowed users to pinpoint the location of stray dogs, which were then often killed. A court has now banned it.

At least 1,400mm of rain fell on the UNESCO World Heritage site in the second week of August.

Statement by Buckingham Palace says doctors have recommended the 96-year-old monarch remain under medical supervision.

Ukrainian analysts are optimistic that the new British leader will continue the close UK-Ukraine partnership.

Fears grow for future of rainforest, deemed critical for sequestering CO2, as loggers and farmers push deeper inside.

Beef noodle seller Bui Tuan Lam was accused of anti-state propaganda that distorted policies of ruling Communist Party.

As Justice Department investigates whether former US president broke the law, he argues it’s 'political persecution'.

Speaking at a meeting in Germany to bolster support for Ukraine, Austin also announced $675m more in US military aid.

Officials said this was a 'mobile mass shooting' that took place at eight crime scenes.

Israel has bombed Syrian airports and military positions numerous times over the course of the 11-year war in Syria.

The besieged Zaporizhzhia nuclear facility may be closed as residents near the plant are urged to evacuate.

The country is silencing those pushing the government to move faster towards clean energy. That's a recipe for disaster.

India’s domestic workers in general face caste-based discrimination and violence, but Muslims are further marginalised.

Dozens of people remain missing after magnitude 6.8 earthquake hit Sichuan province, killing at least 82 people.

Latest visits are likely to further anger Beijing, which condemns any diplomatic action conferring legitimacy on Taiwan.

President Ndayishimiye gave no reasons for the replacement but had warned of a coup against his government last week.

India and Japan bolster their militaries to tackle what they see as increased security threats, including from China.

The move follows the UN's report on China's 'arbitrary and discriminatory detention' of Uighurs and other Muslims.

UNDP says the Human Development Index has declined for two straight years for the first time in its history.

The four journalists, released on bail, were accused of defamation, online harassment and spreading false information.

Opposition accuses President Kais Saied of attempting to return Tunisia to one-man rule.

Researchers express hope vaccine developed by Oxford University could be produced on a large scale in a matter of years.

A new requirement to use only Nigerian models and voiceover actors in commercials has drawn mixed reactions.

Discovery in cave in Indonesia 'rewrites understanding' on the development of medical knowledge.

Israeli army accuses man of attacking soldier at a military checkpoint controlling Ramallah's northern entrance.

Japanese car giant places last for second year running in ranking by environmental advocacy group.