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Rubio to meet Russia's foreign minister to revive Ukraine peace efforts

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the Asean meetings in Manila, with Ukraine expected to dominate the discussions

Trent Bridge to stage first Test as England announces 2027 Ashes schedule

Trent Bridge in Nottingham will host the first 2027 men's Ashes Test between England and holder Australia.

West Asian oil producers step up plans to bypass Strait of Hormuz

Before the war in Iran, roughly 15 million barrels of Persian Gulf oil were shipped each day through the Strait of Hormuz. Within a few years, much of that oil could bypass the strait.

House Republicans adopt $95 bn package for Iran war and Trump's priorities

The Republican-controlled House passed a $95 billion budget proposal to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities, despite Democrats' opposition and some Republicans dissenting

US continues strikes on Iran as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure

US Central Command said the strikes aim to curb Iran's ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Donald Trump warned of retaliation for attacks on commercial vessels

Over 1,000 people killed as Congo battles Ebola outbreak: Africa CDC

Africa CDC said the Ebola outbreak in Congo has killed 1,031 people, with over 2,470 cases recorded; the Bundibugyo virus strain has no approved vaccine or treatment, complicating the response

Inter Miami sign Casemiro; MLS investigating club for possible tampering

The 34-year-old Casemiro - who appeared in all five of Brazil's matches at this year's World Cup, scoring one goal - is under contract with Inter Miami through the end of next year's sprint season.

Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi to enrich uranium

The deal is expected to last 30 years and is also expected to involve US firms in developing the programme

US identifies 3rd service member believed to be killed in Iranian attack

The confirmation brings the death toll to 18 US service members killed since the war began

Ukraine's new military chief forged his reputation fighting Russia in 2014

Maj Gen Mykhailo Drapatyi was named to the post Tuesday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi following days of mass protests in Kyiv and other cities demanding his removal

Zelenskyy fires Ukraine's military chief after protests, names replacement

Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief, according to a statement on social media

US completes 11th night of strikes on Iran as attacks overshadow diplomacy

US Central Command said targets included aircraft hangars and drone storage sites

Federal judge halts Paramount and Warner merger for at least two weeks

12 US states, led by California, sued to block Paramount's pending buyout of Warner last week - alleging that such a combination would 'extinguish competition' in Hollywood

What to know about key challenges Andy Burnham faces as UK prime minister

Burnham became prime minister after spending most of the past decade running Greater Manchester as mayor of a northwest England region with 3 million residents

US and Iran dig in over Hormuz, showing limits of intensifying airstrikes

While the Trump administration says it is open to diplomacy, Iran so far has refused to loosen its grip over the crucial oil shipping corridor in the Persian Gulf

England football icon Kevin Keegan, former Ballon d'Or winner, dies at 75

Keegan, one of just four Englishmen to win the Ballon d'Or, wasn't just a brilliant soccer player who dovetailed nimbleness and an eye for goal with a relentless hunger and work rate stemming

Spain's World Cup champions receive heroes' welcome from two million fans

The 26 players and their coaching staff met with the country's royals, and then with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, after arriving in the Spanish capital

Argentina players under FIFA investigation after Spain World Cup clash

Spain captain Rodri also seemed to be hit in the stomach by Argentina defender Nahuel Molina as he ran past to join teammates celebrating the title win

Australia's 'Big Four' quicks back in mix for Bangladesh Test series

Australia's selection committee chairman George Bailey on Tuesday said there was no certainty to start, but the returning bowlers are "all fit to go."

US attacks Iran for 10th consecutive night, another tanker hit in Hormuz

Recent rounds of attacks between Iran and the United States come as the two countries vie for control of the strait