Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as thousands pay respects
Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the seven towers as part of a criminal investigation. Read More
Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel’s president
He denies any wrongdoing in three ongoing trials over allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust. Read More
French farm has €90,000 worth of snails stolen
The break-in was “a real blow”, says L’Escargot Des Grands Crus, which was preparing deliveries for the holiday season. Read More
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia. Read More
Venezuela condemns Trump airspace closure warning
The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump’s aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro. Read More
Watch: Moment huge fireball destroys Sydney waste facility
A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the explosion, with more than 200 firefighters called to the scene. Read More
More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says
Two young brothers were among the latest killed – reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile. Read More
The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video
The popular Australian children’s group says it “does not condone” drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video. Read More
Flooding in southern Asia leaves hundreds dead
The region is hit by some of the worst floods in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Sri Lanka. Read More
Pope Leo visits Istanbul’s Blue Mosque
It is the first time Leo has attended a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May. Read More