WorldIsraeli settler attacks in Taybeh have raised fears that more families may emigrate from the Christian-majority West Bank town. Local clergy and officials say land access restrictions, property attacks and economic pressure are threatening residents’ livelihoods and presence.
SportsJapan has opened a new cricket ground near Nagoya ahead of the Asian Games, where the sport will be unfamiliar to many local fans. Organisers and officials hope the venue will help build interest as the country hosts regional qualifiers and prepares for September.
WorldIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced the size of his motorcade to save fuel after urging citizens to adopt austerity measures amid rising energy prices. The move comes as India faces mounting pressure from Middle East-related supply concerns.
SportsPep Guardiola says Omar Marmoush can make an important contribution for Manchester City in the closing stages of the season. The City manager said he plans to rotate his squad during a busy run that includes the FA Cup final.
WorldA new hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius has revived painful memories in Epuyen, the Patagonian village hit hard by the disease in 2018-19. Survivors recalled loss, quarantine and stigma as residents confront fresh fears.
WorldDonald Trump said he will ask Xi Jinping to 'open up' China to US firms during talks in Beijing this week. The summit is also expected to cover Iran, Taiwan, tariffs, rare earths and broader strains in US-China ties.
WorldBangladesh is facing widespread contraceptive shortages after procurement failures and administrative disruption affected clinics in around a third of districts. Officials and experts warn the crisis could reverse gains in family planning and increase unplanned pregnancies.
WorldGhana has said it will evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after recent anti-migrant incidents. South Africa has rejected claims of xenophobia, saying the unrest reflects isolated protests.
WorldThe Kremlin says there are no concrete details yet on ending the Ukraine war, despite Vladimir Putin's recent remarks that the conflict may be nearing its end. Fighting resumed after a three-day ceasefire, with both sides reporting fresh drone attacks.
WorldDonald Trump said before leaving for China that he plans a long discussion with Xi Jinping about Iran but does not believe he needs Beijing’s help. He also said he thinks the war in Ukraine is close to ending.
WorldA Dutch hospital has quarantined 12 staff members for six weeks after a hantavirus patient's samples were handled without the strictest protocols. WHO has raised the confirmed case count linked to the cruise ship outbreak to nine.
WorldThe Pentagon says the US war with Iran has cost more than $29 billion since February, up from $25bn two weeks earlier. As tensions over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz continue, Pakistan has remained engaged in diplomatic efforts with China and Azerbaijan.
