Europe endures another day of extreme heat, but forecasts suggest temperatures may return to seasonal averages by the weekend.
Belém, Brazil's extensive municipal effort has significantly reduced dengue cases, offering valuable lessons for other cities facing similar health threats.
Israeli settlers have trapped two Palestinian families in their homes in the West Bank, with the military failing to intervene.
Europe's summer tourism faces disruption from heat waves, wildfires, and low rivers, forcing travelers and the industry to adapt.
Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands, seized from Japan in WWII, escalates a long-standing territorial dispute and draws sharp criticism from Tokyo.
Tributes to former Premier Zhu Rongji highlight his outspoken style and global economic integration efforts, contrasting with Xi Jinping's era.
Ebola outbreak intensifies in DRC, with medical clinics in Rwampara facing a critical life-and-death struggle.
Russia's naval actions in the Black Sea are intensifying, threatening global grain supplies and echoing historical maritime conflicts.
Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan faces deep economic crisis, international isolation, and domestic governance challenges.
Europe faces its fifth heat wave of 2026, with temperatures nearing 109°F, leading to widespread discontent and a fading appeal of summer holidays.