Al Jazeera reports from Indonesia’s quake zone, desperate for help
Thousands are still displaced on Indonesia’s Flores Island after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake killed at least 70 people.
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Democrats call for USS Lincoln probe, question US Navy’s readiness
Lawmakers question whether conditions on the aircraft carrier indicate a 'pattern' of poor planning amid the Iran war.
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Europe’s seas reach record heat as climate change threatens marine life
Human-caused climate change was the main driver of record-breaking sea temperatures around Europe this summer, scientists said on Wednesday, warning of severe risks to marine ecosystems and coastal communities. The Mediterranean averaged a record 27 degrees Celsius in July, while waters near Mallorca reached 33 C in…
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Fenerbahce fight back against Lyon as Greenwood scores Champions League equaliser
Mason Greenwood struck a second-half equaliser as Fenerbahce fought back to draw 1-1 at home to Lyon in their Champions League play-off first leg on Tuesday. Lois Openda put Lyon ahead before Greenwood levelled. Viking Stavanger rallied from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw at Dinamo Zagreb.
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Minnesota official sues Texas governor to force ICE agent’s extradition
State Attorney General Keith Ellison has called for the transfer of ICE agent accused of lying about nonfatal shooting.
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Angelique Kidjo becomes first Black African to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo became the first Black African to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, marking a milestone for African music. The Beninese-French singer was honored at a ceremony in Los Angeles attended by film stars and leading figures from the music industry.
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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77
A statement on the blues-rock band's website said he died on Monday in hospice
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Trump says no Iran talks planned, insists Strait of Hormuz remains open
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday there were no talks planned with Iran and insisted the Strait of Hormuz remained open, despite limited traffic and a reported attack on a ship. Trump also threatened Oman as it sought to broker a shipping agreement with Tehran, regional officials said.
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The Indian activist jailed after taking on a luxury hotel plan
An activist's detention has brought under focus a larger battle over land and development around the famed Kaziranga National Park.
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Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears
Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.
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Bolivia arrests political adviser to Latin American right-wingers
Arrest comes after attack on activist Nadia Beller, who says she was targeted for her opposition to corruption.
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US imposes new sanctions on ICC president, senior lawyer in latest escalation
The US has announced it will impose additional sanctions on members of the International Criminal Court. The ICC said the latest US move against it "undermines the rule of law."
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Trump administration moves to end rule protecting swaths of forest land
US Agriculture Department says rescinding 2001 rule will help reduce wildfire risk and return control to local managers.
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Why is the US ramping up Tomahawk production?
Pentagon contracts defence manufacturer to increase output of cruise missiles.
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Syria opens Assad-era nuclear programme to UN probe
UN watchdog reports that it found large amounts of material at undisclosed sites in Syria.
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Congo Ebola outbreak ‘global emergency’ as infections pass 5,000: WHO
Officials warn they are continuing to identify new chains of transmission, which need to be broken to stop the spread.
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Deadly Israeli Strike on Gaza Raises Doubts About Trump Peace Plan
A day after President Trump’s envoy, Jared Kushner, visited Israel to advance a stalled plan for demilitarizing and rebuilding Gaza, the Israeli military said it targeted Hamas commanders.
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Trump says no talks planned with Iran amid anger over Iran-Oman Hormuz deal
US president hits out as states bordering the Strait of Hormuz continue talks on managing the strategic waterway.
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Israeli strike reported to kill at least six in Gaza City
The strike comes as efforts to push an agreement aimed at ending hostilities remain stalled.
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Erin Patterson, Woman Convicted in Australia’s Mushroom Murder Case, Appeals
An Australian woman, Erin Patterson, was found guilty of murdering three of her husband’s relatives and trying to kill a fourth by serving them deadly mushrooms.
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WHO: Ebola can be contained in months if enough funding is provided
The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo can be brought under control in three months.
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Russia reports Ukrainian drone strike near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Concern over the security of Europe's largest nuclear plant has been rife since Russia launched its full-scale war.
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Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid in closed-door ceremony
In an unusually private ceremony, Jose Mourinho has officially begun his second spell as Real Madrid manager.
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Liberia to take 1,200 deportees from the US
The first group of 20 deportees is expected to arrive in the coming days.
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