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State of emergency declared in Peru’s capital Lima amid protests
The state of emergency lifts constitutional rights, including the right to protest, amid popular unrest over crime.
Video: Peru declares 30-day state of emergency in Lima amid rising crime
Peru’s interim president Jose Jeri has declared a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima due to surging crime.
Jewels stolen from Louvre museum in Paris valued at $102m: Prosecutor
Eight items of stolen jewellery included a tiara and earrings from the set of Queen Marie-Amelie and Queen Hortense.
Doncic, Lakers lose to Butler’s Warriors in LeBron-less NBA season opener
Jimmy Butler led Golden State Warriors to win over LA Lakers, while champion OKC Thunder defeated Rockets on ring night.
LIVE: Gaza Palestinians say ‘no change’ with ceasefire as Israel blocks aid
UN says aid entering Gaza still falling short of requirements as Israel continues to block aid, close border crossings.
Nigerian fuel tanker explosion kills 35, road safety agency says
Deadly incidents involving petroleum products are common in Nigeria where fuel is transported by road.
Video: Trump says he doesn’t want ‘wasted meeting’ with Putin
US President Donald Trump has explained a decision to postpone plans for a meeting in Hungary with Russia’s President.
India’s Kohli, Rohit will regain form after Perth ODI defeat, says Ponting
Ex-Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes ageing stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will rebound during ODI series.
Pakistan speeds up expulsion of Afghan refugees amid tensions with Taliban
As Pakistan closes refugee villages, thousands of Afghans could get caught up in the Islamabad-Taliban conflict.
China accuses Australia of covering up South China Sea airspace incursion
China and Australia have traded accusations over an incident Australia said involved a Chinese jet releasing flares.