Pakistan says raids kill 49 militants in border provinces
Pakistani security forces have carried out raids against militant groups in the country's northwest and southwest, killing a total of 49 militants in recent days, authorities said.
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Heat poses greater risk to over-60s than feared, study finds
People over 60 are exposed to heat-related health risks at significantly lower temperatures than previously thought. With an ageing population and more heat waves, more preparedness is needed, according to a new study.
Sweden
At least nine dead in hotel fire in Kolkata, India
At least nine people have died and several others have been injured in a hotel fire in the Indian city of Kolkata.
World
Nearly 1 billion people still lack clean water in healthcare facilities, WHO and UNICEF warn
Despite some progress, nearly a billion people still lack clean water when seeking care. Ahead of World Water Week in Stockholm, WHO and UNICEF are sounding the alarm about global shortages in healthcare facilities.
World
At least seven killed, 20 injured in stampede at Indian temple during religious festival
They had gathered to honor the god Shiva. But panic broke out at the Indian temple and at least seven people were trampled to death.
World
Etihad launches direct Gothenburg-Abu Dhabi flights from Landvetter in December
The airline Etihad Airways will begin operating flights between Gothenburg and Abu Dhabi in December this autumn.
Business
Body of Everest climber known as Green Boots may be recovered after 30 years
Known as "Green Boots" and a landmark for other climbers, his frozen body has been lying just below the summit of Mount Everest for over 30 years. Now it is being recovered.
World
UN warns more people are being trafficked into online fraud in Southeast Asia
More and more people are being trafficked and forced to work in internet fraud in Southeast Asia, the UN warns. At the same time, the proceeds from the fraud are rising sharply. Myanmar is introducing the death penalty to try to stop the problem - but critics doubt its effectiveness.
World
Bangladesh ex-leader Sheikh Hasina vows to return despite death sentence
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country in 2024. Despite being sentenced to death in absentia in her home country, she now says it is her duty to return.
World
Indian monsoon deaths rise above 100 as lightning kills farmers in Jharkhand
More than 100 people have lost their lives in India in floods and landslides triggered by monsoon rains. Lightning strikes alone in the storms have claimed more than 10 lives, Indian media reports.
World
Delhi to ban new petrol and diesel three-wheelers from 2027 in push to clean up air pollution
India's capital is known for having what is perhaps the world's most dangerous air. But now action is being taken. A new law coming into force at the turn of the year will mean that all new three-wheelers in the Delhi area will run on electricity from 2027.
World
UN warns more people are being trafficked into online fraud in Southeast Asia
More and more people are being trafficked and forced to work in online fraud in Southeast Asia, the UN warns. At the same time, the proceeds from the fraud are growing sharply. Myanmar is introducing the death penalty to try to stop the problem - but critics doubt its effectiveness.
World
Scientists warn stranded ships in Strait of Hormuz could spread invasive species
Invasive species from the Strait of Hormuz could cause “superspreading” and biological chaos, researchers warn in a new study. “If you had designed the worst-case scenario, I’m not sure you could have done it better,” the lead author tells The Guardian.
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Ozora Festival ends early after woman dies, likely from heatstroke
The Hungarian Ozora Festival ends early after a woman in the audience suffered a heart attack and died - probably due to the heat.
Entertainment
Asian drought pushes rice prices sharply higher
Drought, combined with higher fuel costs, is hitting Asian rice producers.
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Indian education minister resigns after mass protests, opposition says democracy wins
After weeks of massive demonstrations, India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chooses to resign. The "Cockroach People's Party", which had demanded his resignation, celebrates and says that "democracy wins".
World politics
At least 50 dead and 700,000 displaced in India floods and landslides
At least 50 people have died and 700,000 have been forced to leave their homes due to floods and landslides following monsoon rains in India.
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Modi promises severe punishment for exam cheating as India protests grow
In his first statement on the major protests shaking India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now promising “severe punishment” for those involved in irregularities with exam questions for admission to medical school.
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India’s Cockroach protests grow as tens of thousands challenge Modi over education scandal
In India, the “cockroach protests” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi are growing. The movement’s supporters are demanding reforms and the resignation of the education minister. The demonstrations are the largest against Modi in years.
World
Tear gas fired at supporters of India’s newly formed Cockroach Party in Delhi
Police have fired tear gas at supporters of the newly formed Indian "Cockroach Party." They had marched in their thousands toward the country’s parliament in Delhi, despite police denying them a permit for the demonstration.
World
At least 6 killed in Russian attack on grain cargo ship near Odesa, Ukraine says
At least six people have been killed in a Russian attack on a Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying grain from Ukraine, Ukraine's transport minister said, with four more crew members missing.
Conflicts