No aid into Gaza as desperation mounts for millions trapped
Israel said Monday there was no temporary truce to allow aid in or foreigners out of the Gaza Strip, as fears grew over the dire humanitarian situation faced by millions of Palestinians trapped in the heavily bombarded enclave.
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World leaders seek to contain Israel-Hamas war, protect civilians
As Israel prepares for a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip, the international community has mobilised to try to protect civilians and prevent the conflict spreading across the region.
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Openers power Sri Lanka to undefeated century stand against Australia
Openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera powered Sri Lanka past 100 after they elected to bat first against fellow winless Australia in a World Cup clash on Monday.
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Poland's pro-EU opposition tipped to win election with record turnout
Poland's liberal opposition on Monday celebrated exit polls showing it had won a parliamentary majority in elections on Sunday which saw the highest turnout since the fall of Communism.
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France remembers murdered teacher as Macron urges 'ruthless' response
France was on Monday set to hold a minute of silence for a teacher killed in what the government has described as an Islamist terror attack, with President Emmanuel Macron calling for a "ruthless" approach towards extremists.
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Cricket to feature at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Cricket will feature as one of five new sports at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
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Wigglesworth's England not at World Cup semis to be 'on holiday'
England attack coach Richard Wigglesworth said on Monday his side will be in with a chance when they play holders and favourites South Africa in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals on Saturday.
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French 'welcome' to support Springboks as thoughts turn to England
If the French public are unsure of where their loyalties lie now that Fabien Galthie's team has gone out of the World Cup, South African hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi has extended an invitation: support the Boks.
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IOC approves cricket for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Cricket will feature as one of five new sports at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, organisers announced Monday.
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Ahtisaari: Finnish refugee who spread peace worldwide
Former Finnish president Martti Ahtisaari, who died Monday aged 86, was a mediator who brokered peace around the globe, winning a Nobel Peace Prize for a formidable career spanning over 40 years.
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