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Ukraine failed to slow Russia’s Donbas advance with Kursk incursion: Putin
Russian leader claims Kyiv's bid had an opposite effect, allowing Moscow to accelerate its eastern Ukraine offensive.
Pope Francis visits Southeast Asia’s largest mosque
Pope Francis visited Indonesia’s Istiqlal mosque, the largest in Southeast Asia, during his 12-day tour of the region.
Israeli drone kills at least six Palestinians in occupied West Bank
At least six Palestinians were killed in an Israeli drone attack in the occupied West Bank.
Uganda’s Olympian Cheptegei dies after being set on fire by boyfriend
Cheptegei died aged 33 due to multiple organ failure days after her boyfriend poured petrol on her and set her on fire.
Russia warns response to US sanctions on RT will make ‘everyone shudder’
Moscow claims measures against network's top editors are part of an 'information campaign' before US presidential vote.
‘Russian spy’ whale Hvaldimir killed by gunshots: Animal rights groups
The beluga whale rose to fame in 2019 after being spotted at sea wearing a harness with mounts for a camera.
Republican Liz Cheney backs Harris, citing ‘danger’ of Trump win
Cheney, one of Trump's fiercest critics after 2021 assault on US Capitol, joins other Republicans in supporting Harris.
Asteroid disintegrates safely in ‘fireball’ flash over the Philippines
The asteroid, known as 2024 RW1, is only the ninth to have been spotted before its impact with the Earth's atmosphere.
Pope Francis and Indonesia imam call for unity against religious violence
Religious leaders meet at Istiqlal Mosque and sign declaration calling for 'religious harmony for the sake of humanity'.
Why are UK teens the least happy in Europe?
A recent report showed UK's teenagers have grown dissatisfied with life. It calls for economic and educational reforms.