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Hundreds killed in floods as Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in Myanmar
Storm swept across Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar, battering them with powerful winds and heavy rain.
UNICEF says six million children in Southeast Asia affected by Typhoon Yagi
UN's children's agency says there's an urgent need for access to clean water, sanitation as Red Cross mobilises relief.
Taiwan dragged into Middle East politics after deadly pager blasts
Taiwanese tech firm Gold Apollo denies manufacturing exploding pagers used in apparent attack on Hezbollah.
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles for second time in a week
The missiles flew for about 400km (249 miles) before falling into the sea, with no reports of damage.
Trump says he will meet ‘fantastic’ Modi during US visit
Republican candidate praises Indian leader while labelling New Delhi a 'very big abuser' in trade.
The future of travel? For hyperloop, it’s one step forward, two steps back
Proponents of the futuristic concept say it could slash travel times, but doubts about feasibility remain.
World Nomad Games put the spotlight on the sport of the Great Steppe
Athletes from 89 countries take part in 10th edition of games featuring sport including horseback wrestling.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 936
As the war enters its 936th day, these are the main developments.
Bolivia braces for turmoil as antigovernment protesters begin march
'March to Save Bolivia': Ex-President Morales challenges former ally and incumbent President Arce in political showdown.
US downplays ability to prevent escalation after Lebanon pager explosions
Biden administration faces continued calls to do more to pressure top ally Israel to prevent wider regional conflict.