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Hong Kong votes in ‘patriots only’ polls amid anger over deadly fire
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee urges the public to come out and vote amid expectations of a low turnout.
Japan accuses Chinese jets of directing fire-control radar at its aircraft
Japan condemns incidents near Okinawa as 'dangerous' and says it has lodged a 'strong protest' with China.
Seventeen people found dead in boat off of Greece’s Crete
Greek coastguard says two survivors in critical condition have been hospitalised.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,382
These are the key developments from day 1,382 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo: La Liga – teams, start time, lineups
Real Madrid ended a three-game winless La Liga run in Bilbao on Wednesday, but Celta are enjoying life on the road.
At least 23 people killed in nightclub fire in India’s Goa
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant orders a probe into the tragedy in the resort city on the shores of the Arabian Sea.
Germany’s Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor amid strained ties
The two countries' traditionally strong ties have been tested amid Israel's genocidal war on the people of Gaza.
Ukraine peace talks stall as Russia unleashes huge waves of attacks
Negotiations fail to yield progress, while Moscow launches more than 700 drones and missiles across Ukrainian territory.
Bethlehem lights up Christmas tree amid hopes for economic recovery
Palestinians hope first Christmas tree lighting ceremony in three years will encourage tourists to return to the city.
What’s the full match schedule of the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Dates, start times and venues for all 104 matches at the 48-team tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.