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Nepal-Tibet floods death toll nears 800

Rescuers are battling to search for thousands still missing.

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Iceland rejects EU membership talks

Voters rejected the government's proposal due to concerns about control of fisheries.

NASA launches Roman Space Telescope

The mission will create a new map of the universe and learn more about dark energy and dark matter.

At least 8 dead after ferry capsizes off Cyprus

A search and rescue operation is under way

US secures 25-year deal for Venezuelan oil

The deal reportedly gives the US control of over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil.

Shooting at Swiss rave kills 1, injures 5

A manhunt is underway and the motives are still unclear.

Canada installs giant Lake Ontario sign

The dispute follows Trump's executive order to rename the lake.

Chelsea wins 4-3 thriller

Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the season under Xabi Alonso

Fernandes hat-trick inspires Man Utd comeback win

Manchester United came from behind to win.

Niger junta repels mutiny with Russian help

The unrest culminated in the arrest or killing of dozens of soldiers.

Trump Threatens NBC's Welker with FCC Punishment

The President's comments follow remarks by Welker on "Meet the Press" about Trump-endorsed candidates.

British woman fatally stabbed in Germany

The suspect is in detention.

Hrgovic wins title with TKO of Itauma

Hrgovic became Croatia's first heavyweight world champion.

Killers to stay in jail after early release U-turn

Critics warn that overcrowded prisons are nearing crisis point.

England seal series win over Pakistan

England take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series

Turkiye, Saudi, Pakistan hold first defence pact meeting

The meeting follows the signing of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement earlier this month.

Guinea-Bissau votes on expanded presidential powers

Voters decide on new presidential powers before elections.

Norway mourns King Harald V

The king's funeral is scheduled for September 9.

Rangers earn first league win at Aberdeen

Rangers secured their first Scottish Premiership win of the season.

Netanyahu condemns West Bank settler attacks

The attacks come amid worsening confrontations in the West Bank.

One Nation gains ground on Labor

Voters backed One Nation despite the party's struggles to explain key policies.

Insurers short-change Australians with cash settlements

Insurers are mostly settling claims with cash rather than managing repairs.

Russia's attack on Ukraine kills 38

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a rising death toll from a Russian strike.

Happiest couples avoid fighting about household tasks

New research recognizes the physical, cognitive and emotional loads of running a household.