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At least 13 dead as fire engulfs Hong Kong tower blocks

Pictures show the flames spreading on bamboo scaffolding on the outside of the high-rise buildings in the Tai Po district.
Trump defends Witkoff after leak appears to show envoy coaching Russia

The US president said he had not heard the audio, but that it sounded like "standard" negotiations.
No real intent in Moscow to engage in peace talks, says von der Leyen

The European Commission chief said the EU would stand with Ukraine and support it "in every way".
Teens launch High Court challenge to Australia's social media ban

They argue the law - which will block users under 16 from having social media accounts - is unconstitutional.
Italian parliament unanimously votes to make femicide a crime

The gender-motivated murder of a woman will now be covered by a distinct clause in Italian law - punishable by a life sentence.
New Zealand woman gets life sentence for 'suitcase murders' of her children

Hakyung Lee killed her two kids and hid their bodies in suitcases months after her husband died of cancer.
'Once in 300 years' rain hits Thai city as floods ravage South East Asia

The deadly floods have affected 2 million people, the majority of whom are still cut off from help.
Twenty-four Nigerian schoolgirls released over a week after abduction

Hundreds of children remain missing following other recent abductions in Nigeria.
Israel confirms Hamas and PIJ returned body of Gaza hostage Dror Or

The handover means the bodies of two deceased hostages are still being held in Gaza six weeks after the ceasefire began.
Robert Irwin wins Dancing with the Stars, a decade after sister's victory

Son of the late conservationist Steve Irwin, Robert was a fan favourite this season.