Hikers feared missing after ‘terrifying’ flash flooding hits Grand Canyon
“It was a beautiful day – and then people were screaming,” one hiker who was airlifted to safety tells the BBC. Read More
US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak Island in first known attack in weeks
Iran says the attack killed some civilians and is the first known US strike on Iran since late July. Read More
Nasa launches new space telescope able to see 100 times more than Hubble
The US space agency’s telescope is starting a multi-year mission to create a new map of the universe and learn more about dark energy and dark matter. Read More
Eight killed and others missing after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus
A search and rescue operation is under way after a ferry carrying nearly 270 people turns over after leaving port. Read More
Russia says it helped to repel Niger attempted coup
Soldiers tried to attack a key military base early on Saturday morning, authorities say, but were thwarted. Read More
One dead and five injured in Swiss shooting, police say
“The manhunt for the unknown perpetrator is under way,” local police said. Read More
WhatsApp chat used to send cash for crime and extremism
The WhatsApp money launderers arranged cash transfers in the UK and around the world with no paper trail. Read More
Iceland EU referendum on a knife edge as counting continues
A vote on whether to resume membership talks with the European Union is too close to call. Read More
Canada installs large Lake Ontario sign in latest jab at US
Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled a billboard on Canada’s shoreline with the message: “Lake Ontario. Now and Always.” Read More
Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption
Lenín Moreno denies taking bribes from a Chinese firm to secure a contract to build a hydroelectric plant. Read More