US envoy in Israel after progress on Hezbollah ceasefire
After a second day of talks in Lebanon, Amos Hochstein says he will “to try to bring this to a close”.
Inside South Africa’s ‘ruthless’ gang-controlled gold mines
Illegal miners live dangerously, but make roaring profits selling gold on the black-market.
US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud
The allegations of bribery and fraud are the latest blow for the tycoon, one of India’s richest people.
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a “unique artistic experience”.
Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza – reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.
Moment world’s tallest woman and shortest woman meet
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.
Putin gifts lion and brown bears to North Korea zoo
It comes after Pyongyang’s reported deployment of thousands of soldiers to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine
Fourth tourist dies in suspected alcohol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect the tourists consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s – but the proposal is divisive.
Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.
Fallen trees cause widespread damage after bomb cyclone
Two people died in the storm that hit the West coast of the US and Canada overnight.
Uncertainty after Australia foreign students bill hits opposition
Universities had already begun making changes, as the controversial bill was expected to easily pass.
