How a South African town cleaned up its polluted river using stones, wood and sand↗
Scientists say system to treat contaminated wastewater offers a model for ensuring food security in a fast-warming climate All it took to turn the murky, heavily polluted waters of South Africa’s Stiebeuel River into a resource clean…
Iran’s economy in crisis as US launches new sanctions campaign↗
Trump’s Operation Economic Outcast is expected to push many Iranians into deeper poverty as food inflation soars For many Iranians, the new US sanctions campaign, called Operation Economic Outcast, seems superfluous given the grim economic…
Can Iran use rockets to mine the Strait of Hormuz, as US claims?↗
Analysts say it's implausible but Iran is well-versed in adapting conventional weapons to suit its needs.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Smelling test: children need education in sniffing aromas, scientist says↗
Exclusive: Dr Will Tullett says better understanding of scents can improve wellbeing and perception of the world Children need a better education in sniffing aromas, a leading historian of smells has said, noting it may improve their…
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye meet: What’s next for their defence pact?↗
As US-Iran strikes resume, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye test their pact's substance, and who might join next.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Ministers consider closing social mobility watchdog as part of planned shake-up↗
Exclusive: Labour MPs believe SMC has become ineffective and its work ‘should be a core function of government’ Ministers are considering a shake-up of the government’s social mobility watchdog that could range from giving it more teeth to…
More value in Cairo’s trash, but less for those who collect it↗
War on Iran disrupts imports, driving demand for Cairo’s recycled waste, but rising costs squeeze recyclers.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Can Reform UK recover from its summer horribilis?↗
Clacton, funding, internal divisions – party prepares for annual conference next week after a season of missteps Senior Reform UK figures like to boast that the summer time – and parliament’s longest recess – is when the party makes hay.…
Who are the economic winners and losers of the US-Israel war on Iran?↗
Airlines and automakers have taken a hit, while banks and energy firms have raked in big profits.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. The London office, the empty boxes and the £1bn tax loophole↗
Exclusive: How a court case over an unoccupied office block could end a widely used tax avoidance scheme From the outside, the seven-storey building at 2 America Square looks like any other office block in the heart of London’s financial…
Rescuers search for 18 missing after boat capsizes off Northern Cyprus↗
The captain and crew of the ferry have been brought before a judge and placed under formal arrest.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Countries legally obliged to consider slavery reparations, says UN committee↗
Guidance says states must implement ‘comprehensive measures’ to address legacy of racial discrimination A UN committee has said countries are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and take other…
Fire breaks out after unidentified explosions at oil refinery in Baghdad↗
A fire broke out following unidentified explosions at the Al-Dora power plant south of the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. The jury's options in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial↗
Jurors have five options before them as they decide the fate of the former nurse charged with killing her three children.
Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan hold first Mecca defence pact meeting↗
Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan hold first Mecca defence pact meeting
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Cross-party talks needed to tackle climate crisis, say Lib Dems↗
Andy Burnham urged to seek consensus over response to extreme heat and forthcoming ‘super El Niño’ Andy Burnham should call a cross-party meeting to discuss the UK’s response to worsening extreme weather, including the forthcoming ‘super…
Man arrested after Swiss rave shooting that killed woman↗
A 22-year-old Italian woman was killed and several injured at a techno rave in Aarau.
Niger: Failed coup exposes junta's weakness — and Russia's influence↗
The failed coup in Niger brings deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadist attacks, poor equipment and little pay.
Read at DW — Africa ↗Headline and extract © DW — Africa — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Search continues for 18 passengers after ferry capsized in northern Cyprus↗
Eight people have died after the ferry started taking on water shortly after setting off for Turkey.
Niger's failed coup exposes cracks in the military — and Russia's influence↗
The failed coup in Niger has brought deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadi attacks, poor equipment and little pay.
Read at DW — Africa ↗Headline and extract © DW — Africa — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. UAE intercepts drone after US and Iran exchange attacks↗
The UAE says it intercepted a drone coming from Iran and rejected 'false' reports of an attack on its Al Menhad airbase.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Sweden ends aid to Liberia in a hammer blow to women’s rights and healthcare↗
Sexual and reproductive services face an uncertain future as the country’s second-largest donor halts support worth hundreds of millions of pounds The Swedish flag is still flying above the pale blue building overlooking the Atlantic in…
Passengers stranded as strike disrupts flights at Kenya's main airport↗
Kenya Airways says the strike has caused delays of more than six hours, with some flights cancelled.
French high schools rush to put Macron’s phone ban into force↗
Unions say ban will take time to enact, while president also wants under-15s social media ban as key legacy French high schools are rushing to put in place a hurriedly signed off ban on mobile phones this week as Emmanuel Macron pushes for…
The looming failure of Operation Economic Outcast↗
The latest package of US sanctions on Iran is unlikely to achieve Washington’s objectives.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Morocco not to blame for Ceuta border breach, says Spanish PM↗
Pedro Sánchez says two countries are cooperating after mass incursion by 70,000 people into north African enclave Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has insisted there was no evidence to suggest the Moroccan government was behind last…
South African airline defends low-altitude aerial stunt over packed stadium↗
Airlink says the manoeuvre with two planes in close formation involved careful and precise planning.
Nepal tunnel traps hinder flood rescue: How many are dead or missing?↗
Flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border have left nearly 5,000 people missing, many trapped in hydropower tunnels.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. After the flash flood disaster, here is what Nepal really needs↗
The country urgently needs to set up early warning systems, monitoring and safe shelters.
Read at Al Jazeera ↗Headline and extract © Al Jazeera — reproduced for reference, full article at the publisher. Fire breaks out after unidentified explosions at oil refinery in Baghdad↗
A fire broke out following unidentified explosions at the Al-Dora power plant south of the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.
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