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Jordan coach upbeat despite Colombia defeat before World Cup debut

Pope Leo warns Spain's parliament the world is in 'profound' crisis

MADRID, June 8 - Pope Leo told Spain's parliament that escalating conflict, deepening polarization and widespread disregard for human rights had pushed the world into a profound crisis, in one of his most expansive political addresses yet on Monday.

Growing numbers of volunteers tackle trash on Singapore's beaches

Volunteer participation in beach clean-ups has risen by up to 50 per cent over the past year, with organisers attributing the growth to increasing environmental awareness, especially among younger Singaporeans.

Iran blames US for latest exchanges of fire with Israel

DUBAI, June 8 - Overnight exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel will only worsen an already \"chaotic diplomatic process\" with the United States, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, adding that Tehran was exchanging messages with Washington in an atmosphere of \"extreme suspicion\".

'It's hard for a K-pop star to be healthy': Aespa's Giselle wins praise for candid livestream

Giselle, a member of the popular K-pop girl group Aespa, has won praise for a recent livestream that saw her speaking candidly on numerous topics, including comments about her body and the K-pop industry.

Colombia set for presidential runoff after leftist Cepeda acknowledges first round loss

BOGOTA, June 7 - Right-wing lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella will face left-wing candidate Ivan Cepeda on June 21 in a presidential runoff in Colombia, after Cepeda on Sunday belatedly acknowledged his defeat in the first round of voting.

Irael hits Iran with new strikes despite Trump admonition

Israel, Iran trade fire despite Trump's call for restraint

Israel's military and Iranian local media said Monday that Israel struck a petrochemical company in Mahshahr in southwestern Iran.

After months of war, Iranians sink into disillusionment and despair

An imploding economy is causing hopelessness among both pro- and anti-government Iranians.

Cobolli sees bright future despite French Open final heartbreak

Van Persie fired by Feyenoord despite second place finish

Israel strikes Beirut despite truce, Iranian lawmaker threatens to retaliate

Though the sides have both said they are close to a preliminary agreement that would reopen the strait, they have repeatedly traded strikes, with escalations in recent days that have included attacks on nearby Arab states hosting US bases.

March in France for girl whose killing sparked outcry over lapses

The main suspect, who's the father of the victim’s school friend, had never been convicted despite facing allegations of raping minors.

Mountbatten pavement art removed by SMRT raises larger questions on public spaces and expression: MP Gho Sze Kee

“The work was not cleaned off by town council but by SMRT staff,” said Member of Parliament Gho Sze Kee, adding that she will leave it to SMRT and the police to respond.

Pochettino happy with US response despite loss to Germany

Olinda Cho recovers from lyric slip-up in Midlife, Sing & Shine! 4 to make Top 14

The 46-year-old former Singapore Idol contestant earned praise for staying composed on stage despite flubbing the lyrics and singing in an unfamiliar language.

British actor Patrick Godfrey, who played Leonardo da Vinci in Ever After, dies at 93

He had a distinguished career spanning Shakespearean theatre, acclaimed film and television roles, and voice work in popular video games.

Pentagon sees growing espionage threat from Israel

Israel is believed to have eavesdropped on America’s negotiations with Iran.

Fire at warehouse in Brussels suburb brought under control - VRT

BRUSSELS, June 6 - A fire that broke out early on Saturday at a warehouse in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht has been brought under control, Belgian public broadcaster VRT reported, citing Brussels fire brigade spokesperson Walter Derieuw.

Iran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes

The attacks drew a furious response from Gulf monarchies and further undermined a fragile truce.