Three swimmers killed by sea mines in Odesa, Ukrainian media report
A local official confirmed the three had been killed by “explosive devices”, at beaches where recreational swimming is banned. Read More
Israel protesters intensify pressure against plan to expand Gaza war
Meanwhile in Gaza, five people, including two children, died in the past 24 hours from malnutrition, the Hamas-run health ministry said. Read More
Aerial footage shows devastation after deadly floods in China
At least 15 people have died and dozens more are missing after flash floods hit Gansu province, local authorities say. Read More
Meteorite that hit home is older than Earth, scientists say
Scientists who analysed fragments that crashed into a roof in Georgia, US, say it likely formed 4.56 billion years ago. Read More
Ukraine’s European allies say peace talks must include Kyiv
The White House says Trump is open to Ukraine joining talks with Putin on Friday, as Zelensky insists any deal without Kyiv is a “dead decision”. Read More
Second boxer dies from brain injury after Tokyo event
A second Japanese boxer has died from brain injuries suffered during separate bouts at the same event in Tokyo. Read More
Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh
Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems. Read More
Standing ovation as first female umpire for Major League Baseball takes to the pitch
Jen Pawol donated her hat to a baseball museum after her history-making game on Saturday. Read More
France’s last newspaper hawker gets Order of Merit from his old customer – President Macron
Ali Akbar has sold papers in Paris since 1973 and once counted President Macron among his customers. Read More
Mars rock found in Niger sells for millions in New York – now the country wants answers
The West African country investigates how a space rock found there was put up for sale in New York. Read More