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A massive fire at an oil refinery in Iraqi Kurdistan injured at least 13 people including firefighters battling to control the blaze, which was ongoing Thursday, an official said.
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From misting systems to heat-reflective road coverings, Saudi officials are trying to aid hajj pilgrims in coping with heat, but scientists caution that climate change may outpace these efforts.
EU queries major porn platforms over child protection
The European Union on Thursday told three pornographic websites to explain what steps they have taken to protect children online and prevent the spread of illegal content.
Trial of Russian playwright and director moves behind closed doors
A judge in Moscow ruled Thursday that the trial of a director and writer charged with "justifying terrorism" in an award-winning play will continue behind closed doors after the prosecution said witnesses were being threatened on social media.
Fire at Iraqi oil refinery injures 10: civil defence
A massive fire at an oil refinery in Iraqi Kurdistan injured at least 10 people including firefighters battling to control the blaze, which was ongoing Thursday, the civil defence agency reported.
Japan's escargot entrepreneur achieves the 'impossible'
Far from Parisian bistros serving up Burgundy snails, one Japanese man has figured out how to farm the slimy species -- a feat that has long eluded the French.
Boeing faces deadline to rebut possible US prosecution
Boeing faces a Thursday deadline to respond to a US Department of Justice determination that the planemaker can be prosecuted for violating a 2021 deal that allowed it to escape criminal prosecution over two fatal 737 MAX crashes.
Gaza war rages as US wants to 'close' truce deal
Top US diplomat Antony Blinken said Wednesday an elusive truce and hostage release deal to end the Gaza war was still possible, wrapping up a Middle East tour as deadly fighting rocked the Palestinian territory.
'Magical sight': Mass insect migration in European mountain pass
Scientist Will Hawkes said the first sign he was about to witness one of nature's great migrations was being enveloped by a "blizzard of butterflies, cabbage whites and clouded yellows, like a storm of petals".
Trio jailed for up to 28 years for Dutch journalist murder
A Dutch court on Wednesday handed down lengthy jail sentences to three men for the murder of high-profile crime journalist Peter R. de Vries, a killing that shocked the country.
Verdict due in Dutch crime reporter's killing
A Dutch court will on Wednesday hand down a long-awaited verdict over the 2021 assassination of high-profile crime journalist Peter R. de Vries, a killing that shocked the country.
Gaza war hangs over hajj as pilgrims flock to Mecca
Hundreds of thousands of Muslims have flocked to the Saudi holy city of Mecca for the hajj pilgrimage unfolding this year in the shadow of the Gaza war.
New York hot dog champ out of contest over plant-based brand deal
Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut is as much a part of July 4th celebrations in New York as the city 's massive annual fireworks display, wolfing down dozens of hot dogs each year in the contest sponsored by fast food company Nathan's.
Honduran mother seeks closure as gang burial site uncovered
Maria was 13 when Honduran gangsters raped her and forcibly recruited her, ripping her from her home.
Google to test AI phone theft features in Brazil
Google said Tuesday it has chosen Brazil, a country where nearly two cellphones are pilfered every minute, to test a new Artificial Intelligence system to automatically block stolen Android smartphones.
'Sports should be inclusive': Activists slam France hijab ban
French Muslim basketball player Diaba Konate Tuesday said she had hoped to represent her country at the Paris Olympics but did not stand a chance because she wears a headscarf.
Biden's son convicted on all charges in gun case
A jury found Hunter Biden guilty on Tuesday of federal gun charges in a historic first criminal prosecution of the child of a sitting US president.
Oldest privately owned book sells for £3mn at UK sale
The world's oldest book in a private collection, and one of the earliest books in existence, sold at auction in London on Tuesday for more than £3 million.
Malawi VP, nine others, killed in plane crash
Malawi's Vice President Saulos Chilima was killed in a plane crash, the nation's president said on Tuesday, after searchers located the wreckage of the aircraft in a foggy forest.
Room with a view: the German teen living on trains
Lasse Stolley was looking for a change in scenery after a planned apprenticeship fell through. So nearly two years ago the teenager began living on German trains.
The 'duped' Sri Lankans fighting in Russia's Ukraine war
When Sri Lanka's economy crashed in 2022, people sought work abroad wherever they could find it -- including ex-soldiers who joined forces fighting in Ukraine after Russia's invasion.
Singapore Airlines offers $10,000 to passengers hurt by turbulence
Singapore Airlines said Tuesday it has offered $10,000 compensation to passengers who suffered minor injuries on a flight hit by violent turbulence last month and will discuss higher payouts with those more badly hurt.
Jury begins deliberations in Hunter Biden gun case
Jury deliberations began on Monday in the trial of Hunter Biden on federal gun charges, a historic first criminal prosecution of the child of a sitting US president.
UK police probe sexual abuse claims at school of Princess Diana’s brother
UK police on Monday said that a probe had been launched into claims by Princess Diana's younger brother of sexual abuse at the boarding school he attended in the 1970s.
Yemen rebels say aid workers held over 'US-Israeli spy network'
Yemen's Huthi rebels on Monday said they had arrested a "spy network" operating under the cover of humanitarian organisations, after aid workers including 11 UN staff were held last week.
Flooding and landslides kill three in Vietnam's north
Flooding and landslides in northern Vietnam have killed three people, state media said Monday, after days of heavy rain that partially submerged thousands of homes.
Moby: My job now is animal rights, not music
Moby is touring Europe for the first time in more than a decade and donating all the proceeds from his concerts to animal rights, which he says has become his real job.
Israel under mounting pressure as Gantz quits despite hostage rescue
Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz on Sunday announced his resignation amid celebrations for the rescue of four hostages from war-torn Gaza in a raid that Palestinians say killed hundreds.
Volcano rumblings prompt air traffic alert in Guatemala
One of the most active volcanoes in Central America spewed gas and ash on Sunday, prompting Guatemalan authorities to warn air traffic and tourists to take extra precautions.
Assault on Danish PM likely not 'politically motivated'
Danish authorities said Saturday that an attack on Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, which left her "shaken" and with a whiplash injury, was likely not "politically motivated".
Danish police say assault on PM likely not 'politically motivated'
Danish police said Saturday that an attack on Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, which left her "shaken" and with a whiplash injury, was likely not "politically motivated".
Russia orders Frenchman held in 'foreign agent' case
A Moscow court on Friday ordered a French citizen accused of gathering Russian military information to be held in pre-trial detention, in the latest case of a Western citizen being detained in Russia.