Canada wildfires: Tens of millions under air quality warnings as fires burn
Air quality advisories have been issued in Canada and the northern US as wildfire smoke travels south.
1970-01-01 08:00
Japan rethinks tattoo ban in defence forces to lift recruitment
Japan's Self-Defence Forces are struggling to recruit from a population that is shrinking and ageing.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine dam: UN warns of 'grave consequences' as thousands flee homes
The UN's aid chief warns of "grave consequences" as floodwater levels may continue to rise.
1970-01-01 08:00
Why is Japan redefining rape?
Japan moves to reform its sex assault laws, finally recognising consent.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: Wagner boss rubbishes Russian claims of Ukrainian casualties
Moscow says it inflicted 3,700 casualties on Kyiv on Monday, but Yevgeny Prigozhin called the claim "absurd".
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine dam: Thousands evacuated from ‘critical zone’ near Kakhovka plant
At least 16,000 people are at risk from flooding, says Ukraine, after an attack released a torrent of water .
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: What we know about Khakovka dam attack
A flood of water has been released after a major dam in the Russian-controlled region of Kherson was hit.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: Can UK’s Storm Shadow missiles change the battle?
The UK is sending missiles to Ukraine – but how could Storm Shadows change its fight against Russia?
1970-01-01 08:00
Drugs and visas: Prince Harry's US court case explained
After the duke admitted using drugs, the US government is being sued to reveal his visa application.
1970-01-01 08:00
Can Mike Pence woo evangelicals away from Trump?
The former vice-president was his boss's ambassador to the Christian right - he needs them to win in 2024.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: 'Offensive actions' under way in east, Kyiv says
Ukrainian military sources say a series of small-scale operations are under way, including in Bakhmut.
1970-01-01 08:00
Odisha train crash: The business park housing the dead in Balasore
After morgues in Balasore ran out of space, a business centre is being used to keep the bodies of the victims.
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