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President Guillermo Lasso confirmed Fernando Villavicencio's death and hinted at organised crime involvement in the assassination. Despite not being the frontrunner, 59-year-old Villavicencio was one of the eight candidates in the approaching August 20 presidential election, representing the Build Ecuador Movement.

Havana Syndrome: All you need to know about its cause, symptoms and consequences

Diplomats, spies, and embassy personnel from the United States and Canada have been diagnosed with a mystery sickness that some suspect has mysterious links to experimental Russian technology.

Landslides, floods kill 38 so far as monsoon rains lash Nepal; See Pics

The rains, which lash the Himalayan nation from June to September, kill scores of people every year, and many more go missing as the monsoon triggers landslides and floods.

A look at what is water toxicity, its causes and prevention

Two recent cases of water toxicity have brought to light this extremely rare but potential lethal consequence of drinking too much water within a short span of time.

Amazon rainforest: Everything you need to know how and why it is diminishing

Environmentalists have long lobbied for so-called bioeconomy options for Amazonia's tens of millions of people, but investors have been skeptical

A shepherd keeps up the ancient rite of guiding sheep across northern Spain

Near the town of Vidangoz, Spain, the sheep will graze until mid-September when the weather changes, and Sanz will shepherd his flock back south. Modern farming methods have reduced the transhumance seasonal movement of livestock to greener pastures in Spain and other countries in recent decades.

2023 Plastic Overshoot Day Report: All you need to understand how big is the plastic waste problem

As per the Plastic Overshoot Day report 2023, by 2040 plastic production is set to double, with plastic pollution is expected to triple.

Tracking Trump’s Indictment: All about the four major criminal cases against former US President

Donald Trump has now been charged in connection with attempts to overturn the 2020 US election, making it his third indictment after the classified documents case and the hush-money settlement case. An indictment is a document that sets out details of charges against a person, ensuring they have notice of alleged criminal offences. Take a look at the four major criminal cases against former US President.

In Pics | China witnesses heaviest rainfall in 140 years

Heavy rains began pounding the typically dry capital and surrounding areas on July 29.

Stunning pictures of first supermoon in August from around the world

A supermoon is defined as a full moon that is closer to the Earth than normal which makes it appear slightly brighter and bigger in the sky. The next one will be visible on the night of August 30. Because it’s the second full moon in the same month, it will be called a blue moon.

In Pics: 20 dead, 27 missing in Beijing floods, thousands evacuated

Indicating the level of urgency, President Xi Jinping issued an order for local governments to go “all out” to rescue those trapped and minimize the loss of life and damage to property.

In Pics: Recent attack on Ukraine by Russian drones and its aftermath

Ukraine's presidential office said August 1st morning that at least 12 civilians had been murdered and 104 people had been injured in the previous 24 hours.

Tourist hotspot Rhodes burns as successive deadly heat waves ravage Greece

Fires have been raging across Greece, including outside the capital Athens and in Rhodes, fueled by three consecutive heat waves.

In Pics: 15th India-Japan Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue meeting

The summit gave an opportunity to examine the special strategic and global partnership between India and Japan.

Irish music icon Sinead O'Connor's demise shocks the nation | In Pics

O'Connor's trademark shaved head and piercing eyes were on the front of every newspaper in Ireland and many abroad, while local radio shows were dominated by contributions from fellow artists, emotional listeners and the Dublin-born singer's music.

In Pics | Typhoon Doksuri hits southern Taiwan, expected to make landfall on July 28

Typhoon Doksuri weakened further on the same day, with sustained winds of 155 kph (96 mph) and gusts of up to 190 kph (118 mph), according to Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau.

In Pics: Citizen divers planting seagrass in Baltic Sea to fight climate change

According to a 2019 study, Europe lost one-third of its seagrass regions between the 1860s and 2016, releasing carbon into the atmosphere and accelerating global warming.

In Pics: How Russia’s youth see their lives and their future

Some youngsters spoke of study plans and jobs upended, others, of fear of an unknown and unpredictable future. But none of the four said there was much they could do to influence Russia's direction.

Cargo ship carrying 3,000 cars still burning near Dutch coast: See Pics

The Fremantle Highway was sailing from the German port of Bremerhaven to Singapore when it caught fire shortly before midnight on July 25 about 27 km north of the Dutch island of Ameland, sparking fears of an environmental disaster

Taiwan shuts down schools, offices as Typhoon Doksuri scrapes the island's coast

The typhoon swept through northern Philippine provinces with ferocious wind and rain on July 26, leaving at least six people dead and displacing thousands of others as it blew roofs off houses, flooded low-lying villages and triggered dozens of landslides.

Beauty salon ban in Afghanistan a blow to women's financial freedom; See Pics

The ban on beauty salons is the latest in a series of restrictions imposed by the Taliban on women in Afghanistan since taking control of the country two years ago during the chaotic withdrawal of U.S. troops.

Greece Wildfires: New evacuations ordered in Rhodes as high winds and heat fuel wildfires

A week-old wildfire on the Greek resort island of Rhodes tore past defenses on July 24, forcing more evacuations as strong winds and successive heat waves that left scrubland and forests tinder-dry fueled three major fires raging elsewhere in Greece.

In Pics: Top 10 stars of Women's World Cup 2023

The US, the defending champions, are currently in Group E with the Netherlands, Portugal, and Vietnam, while European champions England are in Group D with China, Denmark and Haiti.

In Pics: Twitter unveils new logo

This is the biggest change in the social media platform since it was bought by Elon Musk for $44 billion last year.

In Pics: Water shortage and drought in Iraq threatens farmers’ livelihood

Najaf has some of the worst water quality in all of Iraq. As the river runs south, untreated wastewater and chemical fertiliser dumped into it upstream makes the water increasingly unfit for consumption.

London named most 'student friendly' city in the world. Here's the full list | In Pics

Heres a list of the most student friendly cities across the globe.

In Pics: Nolans's filmography, a cinematic journey of ambition and brilliance

Christopher Nolan's latest film focuses on the creation of the atomic bomb through J. Robert Oppenheimer's eyes, played by Cillian Murphy, featuring a star-studded supporting cast.

SAG-AFTRA actors and WGA writers strike | In pics

Members of SAG-AFTRA are already taking the strike seriously. The cast of "Oppenheimer" exited the film's London premiere on Thursday. The cast has left, according to director Christopher Nolan, and is "off to write their picket signs." The film will be releasing in July 21.

In Pics: Impact of flooding and climate change on the world

Climate change is a rising problem all over the world, causing disruption in the season cycles

European Union rushes firefighters to Greece as grueling Mediterranean heat wave takes toll

Firefighting teams from Poland, Romania and Slovakia were due in Greece on July 20, and Israel pledged to send two firefighting planes, adding to the four from Italy and France that were already operating outside Athens.

In Pics: Hollywood unions go on strike, production grinds to a halt

Hollywood actors and screenwriters are jointly striking over compensation and the use of artificial intelligence in the entertainment industry. This simultaneous strike is the first since 1960.

In Pics: Wildfire in Athens forces thousands to flee towns

Hundreds of people have been forced to flee their homes in the surrounding area, with the assistance of emergency services. Several animals were also evacuated, including several horses who were in stables that caught fire.

Around the world, millions feel the heat of an unrelenting summer

Around one-third of Americans are under some type of heat advisory, with the most blistering temperatures in the South and West, where even the regular simmer has turned up a notch.

In Pics: Thousands evacuated as firefighters battle La Palma wildfire

Ten aerial units and 300 firefighters are on the ground to bring the blaze under control on the island, which forms part of the Canaries archipelago off the coast of western Africa.

In Pics: India’s UPI soon to be used in France; here’s all you need to know

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 13 announced that India and France have agreed to use Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payment mechanism and it will begin from the iconic Eiffel Tower.

In Pics: France celebrates Bastille Day, PM Modi attends as 'Guest of Honour'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India is the guest of honour at the July 14 military parade, which marks the beginning of France's national day celebrations.

PM Modi hosted by President Macron at Elysee Palace, conferred France's highest honour

During the private dinner, Emmanuel Macron bestowed the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the highest French honour in military or civilian orders, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 13.

In Pics: "The Last of Us" celebrates 10-year anniversary, continues to captivate gaming fans

The revolutionary game in horror genre, Last of Us, completes 10 years in gaming world. It has left an ever lasting impact on immersive gaming

Iceland volcano erupts with lava and noxious gases, tourists warned to stay away

The eruption is in an uninhabited valley near the Litli-Hrútur mountain, some 30 kilometers (19 miles) southwest of the capital, Reykjavik.

Israelis block highways, airport to protest against government's plan to overhaul judiciary

Thousands of Israeli protesters took to the streets on July 11, blocking major highways and thronging the country's main international airport, in countrywide demonstrations against the government's contentious plan to overhaul the country's judicial system.

Black Sea grain deal that reopened key Ukraine ports set to expire in July: All you need to know

The agreement lets cargo ships pass safely through the Black Sea to and from the ports of Odesa, Chornomorsk and Yuzhny/Pivdennyi. More details here

Johannesburg residents stunned by once-in-a-decade snowfall

While parts of South Africa regularly receive snowfall over the southern hemisphere winter months around June to August, Johannesburg last saw snow in August 2012.

In Pics: Yellen criticises China’s ‘punitive’ actions against US firms, urges market reforms

Yellen, who arrived in Beijing on July 6 said the moves underscored the need for "resilient" and diverse supply chains, and warned that the United States and its allies will fight back against what she called China's "unfair economic practices.

In Pics: 3 protesters arrested at Wimbledon for interrupting matches by throwing confetti

The All England Club coordinated with London police and other agencies to increase security for this year’s tournament, in part as a result of protests at other major sports venues in Britain this year.

July 4 Celebrations: Significance of the American Flag

The evolution of the United States' flag into a sacred national emblem, and ongoing arguments over it that provoke so much passion, reflect contemporary events and the country's transition from a loose confederation of states to a global superpower.

Farmers in Nepal celebrate rice planting day with special feasts and festivities

The Nepal government has declared National Paddy Day a holiday and tried to encourage people to continue or return to farming rice, as many increasingly look to take up other professions.

Thousands protest in France after police shoot 17-year old; In Pics

Preliminary charges of voluntary homicide were brought against the police officer accused of killing Nahel, which indicates the investigating magistrates have a strong suspicion of wrongdoing but need to look into the matter.

Parts of Titan submersible brought ashore: Know everything in detail

Among the submersible debris were the presumed human remains of the five passengers that were killed on board due to the implosion after it went missing on June 18.

Guatemala holds first rounds of presidential elections on June 25: See Pics

The first round of presidential elections saw a considerable number of spoiled ballots as a sign of voter anger due to the corruption prevailing at various levels in government. With 77% of ballots, Guatemala’s former first lady Sandra Torres was leading after the first round of the presidential elections held on Sunday.

Russian missile hits restaurant in Ukraine's Kramatorsk, claims at least 8 casualties

A Russian missile strike hit a restaurant in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, killing several people. The Ukrainian president called for Russia's defeat and a tribunal as consequences for its actions.