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Babar Azam steps down as Pakistan captain for the second time
Babar's second stint at captaincy saw Pakistan lose seven matches and has coincided with a poor run of his batting form.
S Korea’s Hyunmoo-5 ‘monster missile’ takes centre stage at military parade
South Korea's president revived the now annual parade to signal the country's readiness to respond to N Korean threats.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of sexual misconduct by 120 people, says lawyer
The hip-hop star has pleaded not guilty to charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy in a New York court.
For China, war in Gaza a chance to flex diplomatic muscle at little risk
Beijing's efforts to play greater role in Middle East still largely symbolic but could expand in future, analysts say.
Repeat of 2006? Why Israel’s ground offensive in Lebanon won’t be easy
The failures of the past loom large as Israel launches a new military foray into southern Lebanon.
Vance versus Walz: Five takeaways from the US vice presidential debate
The Republican and Democratic candidates for vice president confronted one another in New York at a televised debate.
Australia’s PM warns against pro-Palestinian rally as police seek ban
Palestine Action Group condemns bid to ban vigil on October 7 as an 'attack on fundamental democratic rights'.
At least 45 dead, dozens missing as boats sink off coast of Djibouti
The boats were traversing a sea route described as one of the busiest and most dangerous in the world.
Taiwan shuts down as Typhoon Krathon bears down on island’s southwest
The storm is expected to hit southwestern city of Khaosiung, home to 2.7 million people, early on Thursday.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 950
As the war enters its 950th day, these are the main developments.