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Los Angeles mayoral race points to growing sway of democratic socialists
Nithya Raman taps into frustration with economic and political status quo to become mayor of the second-largest US city.
IRGC strikes three tankers near Hormuz over ‘US links’
An oil tanker caught fire near the Strait of Hormuz after Iran’s IRGC said it had struck three tankers on Sunday,
Senegal human rights group demands government action after deadly sinking
Thousands of people have died in recent years attempting to reach Spain’s Canary Islands from West Africa.
Trump says Iran is sealed off. But can new US task force stop weapons flow?
Analysts say a small intelligence-focused unit cannot seal Iran’s borders, and others warn it could expand the war.
Sudan teachers go on strike over meagre salaries and dilapidated schools
Teachers across the country say their pay no longer covers basic living costs.
Which Republicans are running for minority leadership roles in US Congress?
Republicans in US House and Senate will hold elections on Tuesday to select leadership after losing their majorities.
Syria confirms sending troops to Saudi Arabia amid battle against Houthis
Syrian officials deny reports Damascus is sending troops to Yemen, but Syrian security integration appears under way
Paraguay raids ex-president’s home: Why a bank crash brought down Pena
Santiago Pena faces charges of financial crimes following Ueno Bank's collapse, impacting half of Paraguay's population.
British-Somali boxer Ramla Ali defeats Mikiah Kreps for first world title
Ali wins a controversial split-decision fight against American Kreps to claim IBO and WBF junior featherweight belts.
What ‘catastrophic’ South Africa local election results mean for ANC
The country is transitioning away from the era of ANC electoral dominance towards a more fragmented political system.