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Scenes of devastation as wildfire burns Hawaii resort town
The confirmed deaths from the Maui blaze has risen to 93, making it the deadliest wildfire in more than 100 years. #press
Argentinians set to vote in presidential primary: What to know
Argentinian set to decide who will go head-to-head in October's general election as the country faces soaring inflation. #press
Israel says no Jerusalem base for Saudi envoy to Palestinian Authority
Israel says the new ambassador can meet Palestinian officials but will have no fixed presence. #press
A bit of splashy summer fun for Gaza’s amputee children
The kids at al-Qudra summer camp in Gaza bonded with each other as they splashed away the summer heat. #press
Slain Ecuador candidate’s running mate picked to run for presidency
Andrea Gonzalez to contest the August 20 polls in place of Fernando Villavicencio, his party announced. #press
China vows ‘forceful measures’ as Taiwan’s William Lai arrives in US
Beijing condemns William Lai's stopover in US, describing him as a separatist and 'troublemaker through and through'. #press
Colonialism & the Niger Coup
The military leaders of Niger can count on Nigeriens’ support thanks to anti-colonial sentiment — but for how long? #press
‘Nail-biting win’ for Malaysia’s Anwar as state elections retain status quo
Political blocs split victories in regional polls, but opposition makes gains in challenge for ruling coalition. #press
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 536
These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 536th day. #press
Ecuador gang boss who threatened Villavicencio moved to high-security jail
A week before his murder, Fernando Villavicencio had accused Adolfo Macias of threatening him and his campaign team. #press
Blackwater paved the way for Wagner
The use of contractors in the US 'war on terror' inspired Russia and other powers to outsource war. #press
Muslims in Haryana face calls for economic boycott after violence in Nuh
Hindu far-right groups call for Haryana residents to boycott Muslim shops. #press
King of Jordan approves ‘draconian’ cybercrime law
Fourteen rights groups, including Human Rights Watch, previously said in a joint statement the law is 'draconian'. #press
What is behind the complex deal between the US and Iran?
Tehran and Washington agree to exchange prisoners and release billions in frozen assets. #press
Palestinian officials welcome first Saudi Arabia ambassador
The ambassador's appointment occurred while the US is looking to normalise Israeli-Saudi relations. #press
West African bloc scraps crisis meeting on Niger coup
As ECOWAS leaders fail to meet, concerns over the deteriorating health of deposed President Bazoum mount. #press
Baby among two migrants dead after boat capsizes along Tunisia’s coast
More than 1,800 people have died on the Mediterranean route – the world’s deadliest – double last year's death toll. #press
Armenia calls for UN help on Nagorno-Karabakh’s humanitarian situation
Armenian diplomat accuses Azerbaijan of blocking the only available road connecting Nagorno-Karabakh with Armenia. #press
What lies ahead for Pakistan now that a new caretaker PM has been named?
Senator Anwar ul-Haq Kakar has been named as caretaker PM as Pakistan prepares for a general election within 90 days. #press
Women’s World Cup 2023: Fixtures and match schedule for semi-finals
The two knockout matches will be played on August 15 and August 16. #press