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Notorious Colombian drug trafficker Otoniel sentenced to 45 years in US
Dairo Antonio Usuga David, a leader in the Gulf Clan, has admitted to overseeing a vast network of criminal operations. #press
UEFA postpones AEK Athens-Dinamo Zagreb match after fan killed in brawl
Dozens arrested, several injured in violent clashes between supporters of rival sides outside AEK's stadium. #press
Women’s World Cup 2023: Fixtures and match schedule for quarterfinals
The four knockout matches will be played on August 11 and August 12. #press
Alaska’s bursting ice dam highlights threat of glacial floods worldwide
While little known in US, glacial flooding could threaten about 15 million people around the world, researchers say. #press
Niger coup leaders rebuff diplomatic overtures from AU, ECOWAS
West African leaders expected to meet on Thursday to discuss response to generals who have deposed Niger's president. #press
Opposition cries foul as voters in CAR approve tenure elongation
President Touadéra's rivals have said he is seeking life presidency of the Central African Republic. #press
Sanctions, airspace closures hamper UN humanitarian efforts in Niger
UN aid agencies scramble to replace depleting aid stocks as regional sanctions start to kick in. #press
Canadian publishers seek antitrust probe of Meta blocking news
Meta's anticompetitive conduct will strengthen its dominant position in advertising & 'harm' Canadian journalism. #press
July 2023 hottest month on record as heatwaves scorch Earth
Global average temperature for July confirmed to be highest on record of any month, Europe climate observatory says. #press
Ecuador beset by crime, economic woes ahead of presidential vote
Voters express scepticism as candidates promise to revitalise sluggish economy and tackle rising insecurity. #press
No quick fix to reverse ‘astonishing’ Antarctic sea ice loss: Scientists
This year's sea ice minimum is 20 percent lower than the average over the last 40 years, researchers say. #press
US military buildup in Gulf risks ‘dangerous’ Iran escalation: Analysts
Sending troops to deter Iran in the Gulf harkens back to Donald Trump's hardline policies against Tehran, experts say. #press
Biden designates US national monument near Grand Canyon
Indigenous leaders, environmentalists welcome protection of more than 404,000 hectares near Grand Canyon National Park. #press
More than 1,000 evacuated in southern Portugal as wildfires rage
High temperatures and strong winds hamper battle against wildfires, with conditions expected to remain challenging. #press
Italy shocks banks with 40 percent windfall tax for 2023
The move comes after higher interest rates have yielded record profits for banks as the cost of loans has soared. #press
What’s behind the latest fighting in Ethiopia?
Rebels in Amhara have taken up arms against Ethiopia's military. #press
Iran’s foreign minister in first high-level visit to Japan since 2019
The war in Ukraine and Tehran’s alleged military support for Russia are discussed in Tokyo. #press
Thai election runner-up agrees to coalition with conservative party
Pheu Thai Party attempts to form government as winner Move Forward's efforts repeatedly blocked in parliament. #press
Trump team seeks to limit protection order in US election interference case
Prosecutors have requested a protection order to shield evidence from being published or misused to sway witnesses. #press
‘I don’t live in fear’: Poles defiant as Wagner operates near border
Many in Poland feel the Russian armed group has few options at its disposal to realistically endanger their security. #press