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What to know about the US primary election in Massachusetts
Competitive House races and a Senate showdown will put US Democrats’ progressive-moderate divide to the test.
Pakistan wins Indus waters battle at The Hague, but India threat remains
The Permanent Court of Arbitration says the treaty remains binding. But India has rejected the findings.
Why China will not comply with US sanctions on Iran
Beijing will not comply with US measures because it can and because it’s in its interest not to.
Qatar planning to host Formula One, MotoGP despite Middle East conflict
The Qatar Grand Prix and MotoGP races scheduled for November are expected to go ahead, local organisers say.
Iran urges US to honour commitments under MoU
Tehran calls for Washington to respect terms of MoU after attacks send tensions soaring in the Strait of Hormuz.
UN sounds climate alarm as China-Taiwan row threatens to overshadow forum
The UN has raised fresh alarm over the climate crisis at the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, amid China-Taiwan tensions.
Lionel Messi retires: What records and titles does Argentina legend hold?
A by-the-numbers look at Messi’s international career with Argentina, including his individual and team honours.
SCO slams attacks, sanctions on Iran: Key takeaways from Bishkek summit
The SCO started in 1996 and accounts for 43 percent of the world’s population and 23 percent of the global economy.
Irish minister calls for EU action in banning Israeli settlement trade
Ireland’s defence minister has called on EU member states to take more action to ban trade with Israeli settlements.
Video: SCO summit leaders meet in aftermath of US war on Iran
Leaders are meeting in Kyrgyzstan for the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit.