Mitch McConnell returns to US Senate after three-month absence

Senator McConnell casts his first vote since June, pledging presence for crucial Senate decisions.
Houthis say air strikes hit Yemen after Saudi Arabia vows ‘firm’ response

Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.
What to watch in the US’s Delaware primary elections

It's the last state primary scheduled before November's midterm elections.
Hungary to amend anti-LGBTQ law to align with EU standards

A new bill will remove references to banning the 'promotion' of homosexuality.
Palestine weekly: Settlement sanctions spark diplomatic crisis

New B'Tselem report frames events on ground as Israel's 'project of elimination' of Palestinians.
BJP effect: Beef is vanishing from India’s Bengal, forcing diet changes

Since Prime Minister Modi's BJP came to power in West Bengal, beef is vanishing from menus as supplies become harder.
Leeds United defeat Newcastle 4-1 to go third in Premier League

Goals from in-form forward Calvert-Lewin, Okafor and Bogle boost Leeds' standing in the league table.
Internet shutdown crosses 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

Mobile data, broadband services suspended in the territory since protests calling for electoral reform in June.
Spectacular turtle nesting event in southern Mexico

More than 300,000 olive ridley turtles have arrived at a beach in southern Mexico in the latest mass nesting.
Emmy winners 2026: ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘The Pitt’ dominate

Jean Smart earns fifth Emmy for 'Hacks', becoming the first to win lead comedy actress for every season of the show.