Sudan airstrike on gold mine kills 114 people near Egyptian border
Egypt reportedly struck the same site in June, killing 15 people, and receives an estimated 60% of the gold smuggled from this border region.
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Mercedes-AMG to launch first fully in-house electric SUV next summer
The 2028 model features a high-performance architecture and rapid charging capabilities to compete with luxury electric rivals.
Gaza woman flees with eight children for medical treatment after war losses
Wijdan Abu Matar seeks care in Egypt after losing 35 family members and witnessing the destruction of her community in the Gaza Strip.
Researchers identify new meat-eating dinosaur species in Britain from museum fossil
The discovery of Invictibellatrix amberina proves that megaraptorans, large carnivorous dinosaurs, inhabited Europe during the Early Cretaceous period.
Canada to award extra Express Entry points for high-wage job offers
The move aims to attract skilled workers by rewarding Canadian work experience and high-wage employment while easing specific labour market requirements.
Israeli militants attack European diplomats and French mayor in occupied West Bank
The group was harvesting olives with Palestinians when settlers attacked their SUV, smashing a reinforced window as the vehicle pulled away.
Fresh clashes and arson attacks erupt across France as protests intensify
Police made more than 2,000 arrests and over 600 officers were injured as the unrest, which began over school conditions, continues to spread.
Katie Zacharia leaves White House Press Secretary role after three days
The brief tenure follows a controversial appointment where the official was described as an attorney despite not being licensed to practice law.
Israeli settlers attack Palestinians and journalist during West Bank olive harvest
Settlers also burned three cars and a mosque while the UN reported that attacks this year have killed one Palestinian and injured over 120 others.
Trump says Saudi Arabia should accept Israeli help against Houthis
The former US president suggested that Riyadh's participation in the Abraham Accords is once again a possibility.
Riots and looting spread across France as 550,000 people protest costs
Authorities arrested 1,800 people as protesters targeted public buildings and luxury stores over rising fuel prices and public service decline.
UAE agrees to resume payments to forces fighting Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen
The UAE agreement follows its withdrawal from operations inside Yemen in January as the government launches a counteroffensive to retake Sanaa.
Pope Leo returns to Vatican after lung cancer surgery in Rome
The pontiff plans to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November and will lead weekly prayers with pilgrims from his apartment on Sunday.
Egypt President Sisi says he will not seek re-election in 2030
The 71-year-old leader's announcement follows a 2019 constitutional change that extended presidential terms to six years.
Retired US military leaders urge government to cancel livestreamed firing squad execution
The protest follows a Pentagon plan to broadcast the death of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers at Fort Hood.
US federal agents raid Ilhan Omar home over immigration fraud probe
The investigation targets potential false information provided by the Democratic Representative or her relatives during their 1995 arrival as refugees.
China and North Korea open New Yalu River Bridge for trade
The bridge, originally slated for 2014, follows a period of improved relations including a presidential visit and resumed train services.
Twelve vessels attacked in Strait of Hormuz over one week
Escalating maritime strikes and a new Iranian naval formation threaten global energy flows as oil shipments fall below pre-war levels.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham meets President Volodymyr Zelensky at Downing Street
The leaders will discuss further military and financial support as well as new sanctions against Russia in the coming weeks.
Houthi forces launch military campaign to seize Yemen's Red Sea coast
The offensive follows a 2022 UN-brokered ceasefire and aims to seize the road to Aden and the Gulf of Aden.
BBC Verify identifies hundreds of unresolved Israeli military conduct allegations in Gaza and Lebanon
While the IDF says it takes all reports seriously, only 28 of 300 cases it claimed to be investigating had outcomes published on its website.
Donald Trump appoints Katie Zacharia as new White House press secretary
The appointment faces scrutiny over Zacharia's legal credentials after a watchdog group filed a complaint with the State Bar of California.
UK government considers blocking Sky's $2 billion takeover of broadcaster ITV
Nandy has written to both companies to inform them of her intention to further scrutinize the process before they must make representations by Oct. 20.
Scientific milestones mark progress in cloning and human genome mapping
From the first cloned mammal to face transplants, these breakthroughs redefine the boundaries of modern biotechnology and regenerative medicine.