As Trump woos China, the Quad grouping drifts towards irrelevance — As Washington shifts military focus away from Asia, analysts say the Quad is struggling to define its purpose.
Croatian president rejects new Israeli ambassador — President Zoran Milanović says Israel broke an "unwritten rule" by announcing their ambassador before approval.
The aftermath of Venezuela’s deadly earthquake — The search for survivors continues in Venezuela after a powerful earthquake left hundreds dead and thousands missing.
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Found out the reason most people hate hiking is they're carrying twice the water they need.. watched a guy turn back at mile two because his pack was 40lbs. The trails are so empty after that point 🚶
Trump and Xi to meet in Beijing: The key issues shaping the China summit — Trump and Xi meet as trade, Taiwan and the Iran war dominate a high-stakes US-China summit.
Palestine weekly wrap: Israel’s ‘quiet annexation’ grows louder — Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza, West Bank mosques torched, as Israeli officials describe attempt to expand control.
Wave of child abuse cases shakes schools in Paris — A school assistant goes on trial accused of sexual mistreatment of children in his care, in the latest case to rock the Paris school system.
Move Over, Costco: My New Favorite Rotisserie Chicken Tastes So Much More Flavorful (and Is Juicier!) — It’s only $5.
Hiked the same trail every weekend for a month and didn't notice the waterfall until someone pointed out I'd been walking past it backwards the whole time.
Got lost on a trail I've hiked twelve times, turned around and somehow ended up at the exact same trailhead from a completely different direction 🥾 still don't understand the geometry of it
'House of the Dragon' Season 3, episode 1: Everyone that dies — The Battle of the Gullet has claimed many lives.
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested — Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.
Continental Divide Trail Coalition — Join the CDTC in protecting and promoting the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Discover trails, join events, and support our mission.
Protests in Albania against Kushner resort swell to tens of thousands — Albanians have gathered for the 21st day in a row to protest plans to build a resort on Albania's coast.
Côte d’Ivoire wary of jihadist threat in north 10 years on from major attack — Threat of jihadism continues to lurk along borders with Mali and Burkina Faso
El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say — An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
Conjoined twins separated after surgery in Saudi Arabia — Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.
Murder or accident? Mystery of Mango tycoon's hiking death after son's arrest — Isak Andic's son Jonathan denies involvement in the fatal fall of his father, who founded one of Europe's biggest clothing empires.
Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz over Israeli attacks in Lebanon — The US military has disputed Tehran's claim, which comes ahead of US-Iran talks in Switzerland on Sunday.
Kenyan graduates turn to AI tools for farming as jobs dry up — Young farmers are combining traditional agriculture with mobile apps to build livelihoods in the absence of formal jobs.
Indonesian authorities crack down on controversial Papua documentary — Indonesian authorities have shut down several screenings of a new documentary about alleged human rights abuses in Papua
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Polls open in New Caledonia’s first provincial elections since 2019 — The New Zealand public broadcaster reports that about 2,500 police officers were deployed to secure and monitor polling stations.
Don't try to make James Bond woke, Idris Elba says — The British star also said some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.
Liverpool sack Arne Slot after disastrous Premier League title defence — Liverpool have sacked head coach Arne Slot after a fifth-place finish in their Premier League title defence.
Egypt warns Israel that dangerous Gaza escalations threaten ceasefire — Egypt races to salvage Gaza ceasefire as Israeli attacks and displacement threats push deal to the brink of collapse.
NYT Strands hints, answers for June 23, 2026 — Every hint, nudge and outright answer you need to complete today's NYT Strands puzzle.
Lawrence, Kansas Embraces Algerian World Cup Team — The Algerian national soccer team was assigned to Lawrence, Kansas for training and practice during the World Cup and have been met with an enthusiastic reception from local residents. Mayor of Lawrence Brad Finkeldei shares…
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Trump slams Israeli attacks on Lebanon at G7 summit — US President Donald Trump slammed Israeli attacks on Lebanon at the G7 Summit.
Trump pays tribute to US troops killed in war on Iran on Memorial Day — US President Donald Trump marked Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery, paying tribute to US troops killed.
Police seek charges for up to 57 people over Grenfell Tower fire — The Met Police says it will submit files to the Crown Prosecution Service by the end of September.
Why is France so invested in the future of Lebanon? — Analysts say France is hoping to reassert its diminishing influence in the region.
China bars Philippines defence chief as South China Sea spat sails onwards — Chinese individuals and organisations are also banned from doing business with Gilberto Teodoro and his family.
Germany braces for record-breaking temperatures as heatwave moves east — Several countries including the UK and Switzerland have posted record June temperatures, with deaths reported in France.
Preview: Messi, Argentina kick off World Cup title defence against Algeria — Superstar Lionel Messi is back for a sixth World Cup and leads Argentina into their group match debut against Algeria.
Sam Fender, Rosalía and Jacob Alon win Ivor Novello Awards — Lola Young helped to honour Elton John at Thursday's event, which celebrates the craft of songwriting.
Engadget Podcast: Who needs Googlebooks? - Engadget — We also dive into all the new features in Android 17.
Aluminum Set for Worst Monthly Loss Since 2008 on Supply Outlook — Aluminum headed for the steepest monthly loss since 2008 as expectations for a return of lost Middle Eastern supply saw it rapidly unwind an Iran war-induced rally.
I've spent 30 years in recruitment - this is how to get a job — The recruitment agency boss shares his tips on getting noticed in a tougher jobs market.
Japan reactor restart sparks fresh fears over nuclear waste storage — The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country's nuclear program. Japan is running out of space to store spent nuclear fuel and lacks plans for radioactive waste disposal.
How Thomas Massie came to represent Republican dissent in age of Trump — Massie is locked in a tight congressional primary race in Kentucky against a fellow Republican endorsed by US president.
Wildflower Search — Identify flowers on the trail.
7.8 magnitude earthquake leaves dozens dead in the Philippines — A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines off the island of Mindanao, killing at least 32.
Care worker who helped boss with child abuse jailed for 25 years — Malcolm Phillips, 93, is given an absolute discharge, while Linda Brunning is jailed for 25 years.
Supreme Court reinstates Republican-favored Alabama congressional districts — The ruling means that Alabama's 2026 midterm elections will feature six Republican-leaning districts and one Democratic-leaning one.
US appeals court says Trump can proceed with fast-track deportation efforts — A panel of judges has overturned a previous ruling that found measures violated constitutional right to due process.
Trump announces deal to end war in Iran. And, how to stay safe in deadly heat — Trump says a deal has been reached to end the war between the U.S. and Iran. Plus, this is what extreme temperatures do to the human body — and how you can keep yourself safe.
Pacific Crest, mile 250.
Jury discharged in Ian Watkins prison murder trial — Rico Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth had been on trial at Leeds Crown Court accused of his murder.
What is Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle, and why has Israel captured it? — The fortress, a historical battleground, is playing a central role in Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah.
iOS 27 will add inline replies & photo reactions to Android-iPhone RCS — iOS 27 will introduce the next big update to Android-iPhone messaging with support for inline replies and photo reactions.
Got lost on a trail I've hiked a hundred times because I was looking at my phone, ended up finding a waterfall that apparently everyone else missed too 🤔💧
Is pragmatism replacing ideology in international affairs? — Overlapping interests and conflict are shaping modern relations.
Fighting in Sudan’s Blue Nile State displaces thousands — Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan reports from Al Karama camp in Al-Damazin, Blue Nile State, southeastern Sudan.
Giannis Antetokounmpo trade: Bucks star to join Miami Heat – reports — The reported deal draws a line under months of speculation concerning the 10-time All-Star's future in Milwaukee.