Raygun says Olympic criticism has been ‘devastating’
Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn says the backlash to her performance at the Paris Games has been “devastating”. Read More
Uproar forces Kenyan city to remove athlete statues
The statues were widely ridiculed and described as “shameless” and a poorly done “joke”. Read More
Foetuses can be called ‘unborn humans’ for Arizona abortion vote
Pro-choice activists criticised the ruling, but the state’s top court said the wording did not break impartiality rules. Read More
Japan lifts ‘megaquake’ warning after one week
People are free to “go back to normal lifestyles”, but the risk of a major earthquake is not eliminated. Read More
More than 40,000 killed in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says
The actual number of people killed in the war is likely to be higher, local officials say. Read More
More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens
Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island. Read More
North Korea to reopen for tourism after five years
Two China-based tour operators say tourists will soon be allowed to visit Samjiyon city in the north. Read More
Argentina’s ex-president accused of abusing partner
Alberto Fernández’s ex-partner alleges psychological threats and physical aggression – charges he denies. Read More
Indian women lead night protests after doctor’s rape and murder
Tens of thousands of women march through Kolkata in protest against the rape and murder of a doctor. Read More
Party error sees 100 candidates miss Australia election
More than 100 candidates cannot run in New South Wales after the Liberal party misses a nomination deadline. Read More