Landmark US climate bill clears Senate hurdle
It is expected to be backed there as soon as this week, before it can be signed into law by Mr Biden.
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China conducts new military drills near Taiwan
Taiwan has accused China of using these drills as practice for an invasion of the island.
Dried-up Italian river reveals unexploded WWII bomb
The 450kg (1,000lb) bomb was found by fishermen on the banks of the depleted River Po.
Fist pumps as US climate bill clears Senate hurdle
Its authors say it will reduce US carbon emissions by 40percent by 2030.
Colombia: New left-wing leader wants global drugs rethink
The 62-year-old former Bogota mayor and ex-rebel fighter was elected in June .
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu great shot in head at Club
Lo was rushed to hospital, where he was declared brain dead, according to his family lawyer.
Hopes as Gaza ceasefire comes into effect
The ceasefire was mediated by Egypt over the course of the day.
Ukraine war: Four more grain ships set sail from Ukraine
The first ship left Ukraine ports last week since Russia's invasion in February.
Talks underway to broker ceasefire in Gaza
Islamic Jihad militants and Israel are reported to have agreed a truce brokered by Egypt.
Afghanistan a year after the Taliban occupation
August 15 marks one year since the Taliban takeover and occupation of Afghanistan.
US fireman finds 10 dead in house blaze are his family
Among the dead are his children, ages five, six and seven.
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Gaza: Death toll rises as Israel targets militants
A five-year-old child, two women and several PIJ fighters are among the dead.
Croatia bus crash: 12 Polish pilgrims killed, 32 injured
All 32 surviving passengers are said to be injured, 19 of them seriously.
Monkeypox: Can we still stop the outbreak?
The virus is not a classed as a sexually transmitted infection.
Palestinian civilians and militants killed amid flare-up
A five-year-old girl in Gaza also died, local health officials said, and dozens more were injured.
Thailand nightclub fire kills at least 14 and injures dozens
The cause of the fire is not clear, with rescuers saying flammable material on the walls may have exacerbated it.
Taiwan Foreign Minister defends US Speaker's visit
Mr Wu also warned that China's territorial aims go far beyond Taiwan.
Thailand nightclub fire kills at least 13 and injures dozens
Footage circulating online shows people fleeing the club screaming, some with their clothes alight.
Russia undermining safety of Ukraine nuclear plant
The UN nuclear watchdog has warned the plant is "completely out of control".
Mexico trapped miners: Frustration grows amid slow progress
Almost 400 people are now on site working on freeing the miners.