World News Digest
Beijing says it has right to air defences in South China Sea after ruling blow
A senior Chinese official has said China has the right to set up an air defence zone over territory it claims in the South China Sea.
Obama strives for reconciliation as he honors fallen Dallas officers
President Obama urged Americans on Tuesday to cast off despair over violence, to rise above racial divides and to honor five police officers slain in Dallas...
Solar Impulse grabs pyramid photo as fuel-free aircraft lands in Cairo
Solar Impulse 2 landed in Cairo on Wednesday for the penultimate stop in the solar-powered plane’s world tour, two days after setting off from Spain.
‘Far and away the best’: Sanders finally endorses Clinton
With hugs and handshakes, Bernie Sanders endorsed Hillary Clinton for president on Tuesday and emphatically told his supporters their “political...
Thumb suckers, nail biters less likely to develop allergies
Children who suck their thumbs or bite their nails are less likely than others to have allergies later in life, according to a new study.
Venezuelans spend life on the line amid economic crisis
The people waiting for hours in front of the drugstore were dazed with heat and boredom when the gunmen arrived.
Annoyed eagle attempts to carry young boy away in Australia
While nature can be breathtakingly beautiful, wildlife can pose a lot of potential danger. Visitors at Alice Springs Desert Park in Australia were...
Scientists discover rare dwarf planet lurking beyond Neptune
Scientists using a telescope in Hawaii have discovered a never-before-seen dwarf planet lurking within the ring of icy bodies on an eccentric orbit far...
At least 20 die in head-on train crash in southern Italy
At least 20 people have been killed after two trains collided head-on in southern Italy, say firefighters.
At least 12 die in head-on train crash in southern Italy
At least 12 people have been killed after two trains collided head-on in southern Italy, say firefighters.
Dallas doctor’s conflict: I have my own burdens but cops were my patients
When officers who’d been shot by a sniper in downtown Dallas started showing up at Parkland Memorial Hospital, trauma surgeon Dr Brian H.
More than a lot of hot air: Russian launches balloon in trans-global record attempt
A Russian balloonist has launched his helium balloon from an Australian Outback town in a bid to set a record for flying around the world non-stop.
Taylor Swift tops Forbes’ list of highest-paid celebs
There’s no “Blank Space” in Taylor Swift’s bank account.
Facebook is being sued for $1bn over allegedly violating US anti-terrorism laws
Israeli and American families of victims of Palestinian attacks have filed a US $1 billion lawsuit (£770m) against Facebook, claiming the social...
South Sudan leaders order cease-fire as civil war fears grow
South Sudan’s president and vice president ordered their rival forces to cease hostilities on Monday after days of fighting threatened to plunge...
Black Dallas doctor’s conflict: I have my own burdens but they were my patients
When officers who’d been shot by a sniper in downtown Dallas started showing up at Parkland Memorial Hospital, trauma surgeon Dr Brian H.
Taking pregnancy multivitamins a ‘waste of money’, researchers find
Pregnant women who take multivitamins are wasting their money, a study has suggested.
Europeans fear refugee influx raises terror risk, new survey shows
A majority of Europeans fear the recent refugee influx will heighten the risk of terrorist attacks and cost their countries jobs and social benefits, a...
Teaming up: Bernie Sanders set to endorse Hillary Clinton at New Hampshire rally
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont plans to join fellow Democrat Hillary Clinton on Tuesday at a rally in New Hampshire, their campaigns said, an appearance...
Man gives jail cell 3 out of 5 stars in a TripAdvisor-style review
On your next trip to jail, be sure to check out the reviews. A man who was being held by the West Midlands Police in Birmingham, England, recounted his...
Theresa May to become Britain’s second female PM after pro-Brexit rival quits
Home Secretary Theresa May will become Britain’s prime minister on Wednesday and will inherit the task of steering the country’s withdrawal...
Sheriff: Two bailiffs killed, suspect dead after shooting at Michigan courthouse
A prisoner was being moved at western Michigan courthouse when he disarmed an officer and shot and killed two bailiffs Monday before officers killed the...
U.S. to send more troops to Iraq ahead of Mosul offensive
The United States is stepping up its military campaign against the Islamic State by sending hundreds more troops to assist Iraqi forces in an expected...
Dallas police chief upholds decision to bomb protest sniper
Dallas Police Chief David Brown on Monday defended the use of a bomb-carrying robot to kill Afghanistan war veteran Micah Johnson, the gunman who killed...
Theresa May to become new UK prime minister by Wednesday as rival quits race
Theresa May will be the new British Prime Minister by Wednesday. Current leader David Cameron has confirmed he will chair his last Cabinet meeting on Tuesday,...
Theresa May set to become new UK prime minister as rival quits race
Junior minister Andrea Leadsom said on Monday she was pulling out of the race against interior minister Theresa May to become Britain’s next prime...
Panic in the streets after 2 strong quakes shake coastal area of Ecuador
Two strong earthquakes shook the north-western coastal area of Ecuador on Sunday night, the latest aftershocks from a powerful tremor that killed hundreds...
Ray of Light: Madonna visits Malawi hospital she supports to see building work
Pop superstar Madonna has paid a visit to the Malawi hospital she has supported for more than a decade.
Kashmir seethes as 20 killed amid anti-India protests
Indian authorities were struggling Monday to contain protests by Kashmiris angry after 20 people were killed in weekend demonstrations, as youths defied...
Japan PM Abe: too early to discuss specific revisions to constitution
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday it would not be easy to revise Japan’s constitution, a day after a resounding election victory opened the...
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