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Nepal buries dead as rescuers seek thousands missing
Nepal was burying on Monday some of the hundreds of bodies retrieved after a deadly, tsunami-like flood crashed through the Himalayan region, sweeping away villages and leaving thousands still missing.
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India announces $5.75 million reward for women cricket World Cup winners
India's cricket board on Monday announced a cash reward of $5.75 million for the women's team after their triumphant World Cup campaign.
Stock markets rise on AI optimism
Major European and Asian stock markets rose Monday as optimism over the artificial intelligence sector carried over into the new week, according to analysts.
Spain regional leader resigns, a year after deadly floods
The heavily criticised leader of Spain's Valencia region said on Monday he was stepping down, a year after the area was hit by floods that were the country's deadliest natural disaster in a generation.
Video game creators fear AI could grab the controller
Generative artificial intelligence models capable of dreaming up ultra-realistic characters and virtual universes could make for cheaper, better video games in future, but the emerging technology has artists and developers on edge.
France threatens Shein ban if 'childlike' sex dolls reappear
France's finance minister threatened Monday to ban Shein from the country if the Asian e-commerce giant resumes selling "childlike" sex dolls, just days before it opens its first physical store in Paris.
International cricket returns to Faisalabad with Pakistan-South Africa ODIs
International cricket is set to return to Faisalabad's Iqbal Stadium after 17 years with the three-match one-day international series between Pakistan and South Africa from Tuesday.
Afghan govt says quake kills 20, injures over 500
A strong earthquake killed at least 20 people in northern Afghanistan, authorities said Monday, just months after another deadly tremor that left the country reeling.
'We're all too rich,' says photo legend Martin Parr
British documentary photographer Martin Parr says the world has never been more in need of satire like that in his images because many people are too wealthy and their lifestyle is unsustainable.
Tanzania president inaugurated as opposition says hundreds dead
Tanzania's Samia Suluhu Hassan was inaugurated as president on Monday, with an internet blackout still in place after election protests in which the opposition says hundreds were killed by security forces.
Shafali Verma: India's World Cup hero who disguised herself as boy
Shafali Verma was initially dropped from India's Women's World Cup squad but the opener returned as an injury replacement to star in the title win and etch her name in history.
Most equity markets rise on lingering trader optimism
Stocks rose on Monday after a busy last week, with optimism supported by another AI-led tech rally on Wall Street.
Asian markets rise on lingering trader optimism
Stocks rose in Asian trade Monday after a busy last week, with optimism supported by another AI-led tech rally on Wall Street.
Afghanistan quake kills 20, injures over 300: health ministry
A strong earthquake killed at least 20 people in northern Afghanistan, authorities said Monday, just months after another deadly tremor that left the country reeling.
India hails maiden women's World Cup cricket title as game-changer
India celebrated a watershed moment in its sporting history Monday after the women's cricket team won their first World Cup crown, with greats of the game saying it would inspire future generations.
As clock ticks down, Greece tries to clean up its act on waste
Cell phone glued to his ear, Kosmas Vassilas watches his truck crews round up multi-coloured bins on the island of Corfu, where a groundbreaking recycling initiative is bucking the trend of Greece's anarchic waste disposal.
Local fabrics, fibres shine at eco-centred Lagos Fashion Week
Four days ahead of her show at Lagos Fashion Week, the sewing machines at Abasiekeme Ukanireh's workshop were still buzzing.
Spalletti bidding to revive Juve and reputation ahead of Sporting visit in Champions League
Luciano Spalletti begins his Champions League salvage operation with Juventus on Tuesday night as the Italians face Sporting Lisbon in search of a first win in Europe this season.
Tanzania president to be inaugurated as opposition says hundreds dead
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan was to be inaugurated Monday with the internet still blocked after election protests in which the opposition says hundreds were killed by security forces.
Bouanga brace as LAFC beats Austin 4-1 to advance in MLS Cup playoffs
Los Angeles FC, fueled by two goals from Denis Bouanga and one apiece by Son Heung-min and Jeremy Ebobisse, beat Austin FC 4-1 on Sunday to advance in the MLS Cup playoffs.
'Golden age': Japan hails Yamamoto, Ohtani after Dodgers triumph
Japan revelled Monday in a "golden age" for the nation's baseball led by Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto after they played starring roles in the Los Angeles Dodgers winning back-to-back World Series.
Thunder roll over Pelicans to remain NBA's lone unbeaten team
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder thumped New Orleans 137-106 and emerged from Sunday as the NBA's only remaining unbeaten team after losses for San Antonio and Chicago.
Hong Kong legislature now an 'echo chamber', four years after shake-up
On their last day at work, Hong Kong's lawmakers -- the first batch chosen under Beijing's mantra of "patriots administering Hong Kong" -- posed for group pictures, celebrating a job well done after four years of opposition-free politics.
Most Asian markets rise on lingering trader optimism
Most stocks rose in Asian trade Monday after a busy last week, with optimism supported by another AI-led tech rally on Wall Street.
Andrew to lose his last military rank: defence minister
The UK government said Sunday it would move to strip the former prince Andrew of his honorary title of vice-admiral, his last remaining military rank.
Trump's global tariffs to face challenge before Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Wednesday on the legality of Donald Trump's unprecedented use of powers for sweeping global tariffs in a case striking at the heart of the president's economic agenda.
Barnstorming Bayern face acid test at reigning champions PSG
Bayern Munich's trip to holders Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday is a test to determine where they stand among the European elite this season.
Alonso shaping new Real Madrid on Liverpool return
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso returns to Anfield to face his former side Liverpool in the Champions League on Tuesday after a nearly immaculate start to life in the Spanish capital.
Half Yours favourite at Australia's 'race that stops a nation'
Half Yours heads into Tuesday's Melbourne Cup as short-priced favourite ahead of Valiant King and Al Riffa, setting the scene for a woman jockey to win Australia's "race that stops a nation" for only the second time.
Tonga rugby league star has surgery after 'seizure' against NZ
Tonga forward Eli Katoa was stable Monday after surgery following "seizure activity" during a Pacific Championships rugby league match against New Zealand, his Australian club said.
Trent's return with Real Madrid reminds Liverpool of what they are missing
Trent Alexander-Arnold returns to Liverpool on Tuesday with both player and his boyhood club struggling to adapt after his emotional departure for Real Madrid.
Tehran toy museum brings old childhood memories to life
Inside a restored house in central Tehran, toys from every era, from ancient Persia to Soviet Russia and the United States, share the same space, stirring childhood memories from long ago.
Iran banking on Iraq vote to retain regional influence
Iraq will hold parliamentary elections on November 11, with analysts saying Iran will be watching closely as it hopes to retain influence over its neighbour after losing regional leverage during the Gaza war.