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Australia

Manhunt for gunman who killed two Australian police officers continues

Authorities said the suspect, identified as 56-year-old Dezi Freeman, is heavily armed and experienced in wilderness survival as a massive search entered its second day.

France

France to sue video platform Kick for 'negligence' after user's death

Paris is suing the Australian platform for alleged negligence following the death of streamer Raphaël Graven, also known as Jean Pormanove, while on air.

Culture news

Spain's Goya winning actress Verónica Echegui dies aged 42

The Madrid-born performer, who rose to fame in 2006 with her role as Juani in Bigas Luna's comedy drama film 'My Name is Juani', died in the Spanish capital after spending several days in hospital with an illness.

Europe News

Extreme heat linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths in Portugal

Between 27 July and 15 August, 1,331 excess deaths were reported with the over 75 age group particularly hard hit.

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Culture news

Explained: French streamer’s death sheds light on 'trash streaming'

French streamer Jean Pormanove was known for performing extreme acts in live broadcasts. His death exposes a disturbing internet phenomenon.

Spain

One dead and 19 injured after migrant shipwreck found off Mallorca

The vessel was found more than four kilometres off Mallorca’s southern coast after a private boat rescued an immigrant from the sea who alerted authorities to the shipwreck.

France

France probes death of streamer over concerns of 'horrifying' violence

Raphael Graven — who was known online as Jean Pormanove or JP — died during a live stream after days of violence and abuse, according to reports.

Culture news

'Ketamine Queen' to plead guilty in death of Matthew Perry

A woman who was charged with selling 'Friends' star Matthew Parry the dose of the drug that killed him has agreed to plead guilty.

USA

Heavy rain and flooding in Tennessee kill at least four

At least four people died in Tennessee due to heavy rain and flooding, causing chaos and dramatic rescues. A family was killed by a fallen tree in East Ridge.

Health news

Inside Slovenia’s debate over its new assisted dying law

Slovenian lawmakers passed an assisted dying bill last month, but opponents are already rallying to repeal it.

USA

At least two people dead, 10 injured in US Steel plant explosion

The plant, a massive industrial facility along the Monongahela River south of Pittsburgh, is considered the largest coking operation in North America and is one of four major US Steel plants in Pennsylvania.

Healthcare

Italy sees botulism outbreaks linked to contaminated food

Botulism is a rare but serious illness that can be fatal in extreme circumstances.

Gaza

Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City

The Israeli military confirmed it had targeted Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, claiming he led "a terrorist cell of Hamas," allegations al-Sharif and the media network had previously denied.

Turkey

One killed after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir

The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul.

Culture news

Oasis fans raise more than €17,000 for family of man who died at show

Lee Claydon died on Saturday 2 August after falling from one of the upper stands in Wembley Stadium during an Oasis show. A GoFundMe page has been set up and has so far raised more than £15,000 (€17,000).

Culture news

‘The Walking Dead’ actress Kelley Mack dies aged 33

Kelley Mack, who appeared in many TV shows including AMC's The Walking Dead, died after battling a type of tumor that affects the brain or spinal cord. She is remembered for her "infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her work" which "inspired countless others in the industry and beyond."

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Gaza boy searches rubble for grandparents after deadly Israeli attack

A video posted by journalist Saeed Hasaballah on Sunday shows a young boy searching through the rubble of a collapsed building in Gaza after an Israeli strike.

Culture news

Man falls to his death at Oasis concert at London's Wembley Stadium

The tragedy took place on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium and the fan's death was confirmed on Sunday by the Metropolitan Police. The band have extended their condolences to the family and friends of the person who fell to his death.

Culture news

WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan's cause of death revealed

Florida's governor Ron DeSantis has said flags will be flown at half-staff at all official buildings today, which he declared "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida".

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Protesters demand resignation nine months after Valencia floods

Nine months after the Dana floods claimed 228 lives in the province of Valencia, the town of Catarroja held a protest on Tuesday over the regional government's handling of the disaster.