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More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says
Two young brothers were among the latest killed – reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile. Source link
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships stuck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia. Source link
The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video
The popular Australian children’s group says it “does not condone” drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video. Source link
Flooding in southern Asia leaves hundreds dead
The region is hit by some of the worst floods in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Source link
Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office
Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine’s Day last year. Source link
Nigeria blames jihadist groups for wave of kidnappings but others accuse criminal gangs
Analysts instead blame criminal gangs for the kidnapping of more than 250 schoolchildren last week. Source link
Three days of mourning begin after Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
At least 128 people have died and hundreds remain unaccounted for following the fire which engulfed several tower blocks. Source link
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv residential areas despite peace moves
The attack on Ukraine’s capital early on Saturday killed one person and injured seven, city officials said. Source link
How Trump's pledge to tackle Sudan atrocities could play out
The war is being fuelled by regional powers and the US president may have some leverage over them. Source link
Trump says he will pardon ex-Honduras president convicted of drug trafficking
Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced in the US last year to 45 years behind bars for conspiring to import cocaine into the country. Source link