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Deadly Patagonia storm raises urgent questions over park safety

An absence of park rangers, and issues with weather forecasting, led a group of tourists to embark on the tricky O Circuit trek despite worsening weather conditions.

Thailand

Thai woman discovered alive in coffin before cremation at temple

The woman, 65, startled temple staff when they heard a knocking and she started moving in her coffin after being brought in for cremation.

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The Kessler Twins: The German dancer sisters who ended their lives in a 'joint suicide'

Twin dancers Alice and Ellen Kessler, who rose to global fame in the 1950s and performed with Hollywood’s greatest stars, have died together at age 89 in what German police described as a “joint suicide.”

Ukraine

Russia launches three ballistic missiles in overnight attacks

Russia launched three ballistic missiles over Ukraine during overnight attacks from Friday into Saturday, as the death toll over the past 24 hours rose to nine, according to Ukrainian authorities.

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Spain

Three dead and over 15 injured in Tenerife due to bad sea conditions

A tragic Saturday in Tenerife left three people dead and at least 15 injured as exceptionally high waves gripped the Canary archipelago. Officials are reporting waves that can reach as high as four metres.

Lifestyle

Paris launches lottery for burial plots next to famous artists

Fancy having your final resting place next to the stars? Parisians are being offered the chance to win a burial spot among some of history's most famous artists, including the Doors' Jim Morrison, author Oscar Wilde and French singer Édith Piaf.

Philippines

Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon kills hundreds

According to the Office of Civil Defense, nearly 2 million people have been impacted by the typhoon's devastation, with some 560,000 villagers currently displaced.

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Bosnia retirement home fire kills 11, injures dozens in Tuzla

At least 11 people were killed and more than 30 injured after a fire swept through a retirement home in the Bosnian city of Tuzla, authorities said Wednesday.

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Typhoon Kalmaegi death toll rises to 66 in the Philippines as thousands displaced

The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi has climbed to 66, with more than 700,000 people affected and severe destruction reported across the Philippines.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fire at retirement home in Bosnia leaves 11 dead and 35 injured

A fire at a retirement home in the northeastern Bosnian city of Tuzla killed 11 people and injured 35. Authorities are searching for new accommodations for the residents.

Italy

Worker dies in Rome after partial collapse of medieval tower

Octav Stroici, a 66-year-old Romanian worker, was declared dead at hospital shortly after being rescued from the rubble of the Torre dei Conti.

Afghanistan

At least 20 people killed as powerful earthquake rocks Afghanistan

Several earthquakes have rocked Afghanistan in recent years, particularly in isolated areas, straining the country's megre resources and emergency rescue services

Australia

Elderly woman found dead on Australian island after being left by cruise ship

Investigations are underway following the discovery of the 80-year-old's body on Lizard Island on Sunday.

Brazil

At least 64 people dead in huge Brazil police raid on Rio drug gang

The police operation was one of the most violent in Brazil’s recent history, with human rights organisations calling for investigations into the deaths.

Culture news

Diane Keaton’s family reveal her cause of death

Diane Keaton’s cause of death has been confirmed in an official statement from her family, after the beloved actress’ passing last weekend at the age of 79.

Culture news

Woody Allen pays tribute to ‘most unique’ friend and star Diane Keaton

Woody Allen has penned a tribute to his friend and co-star Diane Keaton, who starred in eight of his films - including 'Annie Hall', for which she won an Oscar. Keaton previously defended him following allegations of sexual abuse.

France

South Africa's ambassador to France found dead outside Paris hotel

Paris prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the death of 58-year-old Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa near the Hyatt Regency hotel.

USA

Tyler Robinson to appear in court for assassination of Charlie Kirk

Prosecutors have said they plan to seek the death penalty for the 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting conservative political activist Charlie Kirk.

Gaza

At least 17 killed in Gaza as leaders ramp up pressure for ceasefire

Meanwhile, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has slammed Western countries that have recently recognised Palestinian statehood.

Cinema

Claudia Cardinale, star of '8½' and 'The Leopard,' dies aged 87

The world-famous Italian film actress, an iconic star of European cinema in the 1960s, has died aged 87.