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A vote by the UN General Assembly on a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade and the racist enslavement of Africans the gravest crimes against humanity in March. Photo: ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

World

Countries must consider reparations for slave trade, UN committee says

At least 12.5 million Africans were ‌taken and sold between the 15th and 19th centuries, according to the committee.

US strikes Iranian launchers in first action in a month, triggering retaliation

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Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order

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Europe

Iceland votes to reject proposal to restart EU accession talks

Referendum fails as voters prioritise control over fishing grounds over pro-EU government’s push for geopolitical stability.

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A boat leaves the harbour in Reykjavik, Iceland, after voters rejected a proposal to restart European Union accession talks in a nationwide referendum. Photo: Reuters
A boat leaves the harbour in Reykjavik, Iceland, after voters rejected a proposal to restart European Union accession talks in a nationwide referendum. Photo: Reuters

United States & Canada

Grand Canyon flash flooding leaves 1 dead, around 15 others missing

Search efforts continue as inner-canyon deluge destroys footbridges and cuts off park water supplies.

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China-Nepal floods, Japan to deploy fighter jets to India: 5 weekend reads

From foreigners missing in the China-Nepal disaster to Canada ending a migration path for Hongkongers, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

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Americas

Colombia’s president warns armed groups after military kills dissident leader

President Abelardo de la Espriella vows hardline crackdown will continue, warning criminals who do not surrender will ‘end up in a body bag’.

Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella. Photo: AFP
Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella. Photo: AFP

United States & Canada

Trump calls for ‘punishment’ of NBC journalist over endorsement coverage

US president targets Kristen Welker after she noted ‘mixed results’ in primary races, prompting NBC to defend its anchor.

Europe

Manhunt in Switzerland after deadly shooting at rave

Police search for suspects in rare shooting that left an Italian woman dead and five others injured in Aarau.

Europe

At least 8 dead, 17 missing after ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus

Captain and crew arrested after survivors report explosion on bow before vessel sank into deep waters.

A passenger being rescued off the ferry that capsized off the coast of Northern Cyprus. Photo: Reuters TV

Europe

Ukraine prepares for talks with Trump envoys as Kyiv reels from strikes

Zelensky pursues diplomatic opening as Myla warehouse death toll reaches 38 and Russia threatens energy grid.

A burnt-out car and destroyed buildings following a Russian strike on a warehouse in the village of Myla, west of Kyiv, Ukraine. Photo: AP
A burnt-out car and destroyed buildings following a Russian strike on a warehouse in the village of Myla, west of Kyiv, Ukraine. Photo: AP

Europe

New UK PM Burnham’s honeymoon ends as Trump, first budget loom large

Since succeeding Keir Starmer, Burnham has pleased voters with several low-cost sweeteners, including cutting electricity bills and bus fares.

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Americas

‘The oil is ours’: furore grows as Venezuela defends deal with Trump

The agreement, which critics call an abdication of sovereignty, risks becoming a political liability for interim leader Rodriguez.

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Russia & Central Asia

Finland says it ‘makes no sense’ for Russia to risk attack on a Nato nation

President Stubb said he did not believe Moscow was ⁠in a position ⁠to go to war with the military alliance.

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Soldiers take part in the Nato Eagle Spearhead drill in Cincu, Romania, on August 18. Photo: Reuters

United States & Canada

Trump steps up stunts as US midterms loom

From a row with Canada to proposed talks with North Korea’s Kim, is the US president trying to distract voters from his unpopular Iran war?

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US President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated clip on social media on Saturday showing gun-toting Canada geese sporting his signature hairdo marching at “Lake America”, in reference to his order to rename Lake Ontario amid a trade dispute between the US and Canada. Image: Truth Social/realDonaldTrump
US President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated clip on social media on Saturday showing gun-toting Canada geese sporting his signature hairdo marching at “Lake America”, in reference to his order to rename Lake Ontario amid a trade dispute between the US and Canada. Image: Truth Social/realDonaldTrump

Europe

King Haakon VIII takes throne as Norway mourns death of King Harald

The 53-year-old takes over a monarchy hailed for its modernity and modesty but which has been beset by a string of recent scandals.

United States & Canada

Far-right activist Milo Yiannopoulos deported after immigration arrest in US

The British commentator is accused of overstaying in the US then failing to show up for an immigration hearing.

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World

Infographic: a powerful new El Nino cycle begins. Is the world ready?

Discover the history and science behind El Nino, the ‘Pacific fever’ that turbocharges extreme weather globally.

Infographic: a powerful new El Nino cycle begins. Is the world ready?

Science

An immersive visual guide to China’s space station

Explore the Tiangong space station and track its simulated orbit in our infographic.

China

A comprehensive visual guide to Trump’s 2026 state visit to China

Go inside Donald Trump’s 43-hour whirlwind trip to Beijing through our complete visual breakdown.

East Asia

Visualising Hiroshima and Nagasaki casualties, the world’s first atomic attacks

Explore our infographic showing the human toll of the atomic bombings on Japan 80 years ago.

Visualising Hiroshima and Nagasaki casualties, the world’s first atomic attacks
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Open Questions series

Wu Shicun on why Beijing will not rule out Scarborough Shoal construction

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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez Garcia

Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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Wu Shicun on why Beijing will not rule out Scarborough Shoal construction

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez Garcia

Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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South Korea’s Unification Church leader jailed for bribery

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Orangutan rescued from Borneo wildfires

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Nepal digs mass graves for unidentified flood victims

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