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Qatar hails mediation ‘milestone’ as it hosts freed Ukrainian, Russian kids
Twenty reunited Ukrainian, Russian families are in Doha to receive support as part of Qatar’s ongoing mediation efforts.
Israeli settlers on a rampage
Mob violence meted out by Israeli settlers against Palestinians has been going on since well before October 7.
At least 26 pilot whales die after mass stranding in Australia
Exact reasons for beaching unknown but mammals are highly sociable and may follow podmates into danger.
Deadly floods wreak havoc in Kenya’s capital
East Africa has been lashed by relentless downpours in recent weeks, as El Nino exacerbates the seasonal rainfall.
Yemen’s Houthis launch attacks on US, Israeli vessels as warships defend
New attack comes two weeks after Iran-aligned group said it targeted three vessels and a US warship.
Klopp’s dream Liverpool sendoff spoiled by Premier League loss to Everton
Outgoing Liverpool manager apologises to fans after 0-2 loss to Everton all but dashes Premier League title hopes.
Vietnam jails soft drinks tycoon for eight years in $40m fraud case
Tran Qui Thanh was found guilty of scamming investors over loans issued in 2019 and 2020.
Burkina Faso’s army executed more than 200 civilians: Rights group
Human Rights Watch accuses military of conducting campaigns against civilians accused of links to armed groups.
Dozens of whales stranded on beach in Australia
Dozens of pilot whales were stranded on a beach in Western Australia on Thursday.
Miami Heat stun Boston Celtics, Thunder thrash Pelicans in NBA playoffs
Heat scored a franchise playoff record 23 3-pointers against the Eastern top seed, as Thunder sank Pelicans in the West.