Djokovic beats Alcaraz to win long-awaited Olympic gold
Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in thrilling fashion to clinch a long-awaited Olympic title and complete the career ‘Golden Slam’. Read More
Death threats against Olympics organisers investigated
The artistic director of the opening ceremony says he has received cyber-threats and insults. Read More
Watch: Dawn spectacle as Mount Etna erupts
Europe’s tallest volcano, Mount Etna, putting on a lava and smoke show over Sicily. Read More
Calls for foreigners to leave Lebanon as war fears grow
Fears grow that Iran may attack Israel after high-profile assassinations, with Hezbollah in Lebanon joining. Read More
France’s record haul & 100m fine margins – day nine in Paris
Great Britain add another four medals to their Paris 2024 tally, France break their own record, while Noah Lyles took men’s 100m gold. Read More
Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests
He says he has heard Nigerians’ pain but the demonstrations – set to last 10 days – must stop. Read More
Police called to save cat with jar stuck on head
Police officers in Texas jumped into action when they received an unusual call. Read More
North Korea performs diplomatic gymnastics in Olympic comeback
They cheered Simone Biles and took selfies with their “foes” from the South – is this an-officially sanctioned charm offensive? Read More
Venezuela opposition leader emerges despite arrest threat
Maria Corina Machado appears at a protest in Caracas, defying threats of arrest from President Maduro. Read More
Bangladesh on the boil as rival activists hold marches
Around 10,000 people have been reportedly detained as anti-government protests escalate. Read More