New volcanic eruptions have spread fresh panic among residents on the island of Flores.
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Justice officials in talks to drop Trump criminal cases
The justice department is said to be looking at closing prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith.
Australia plans world-first social media ban for under-16s
The government says it wants to mitigate the “harm” social media is inflicting on children.
German coalition collapses after Scholz fires key minister
The chancellor said he would call a vote of confidence in his government early next year.
Europe’s leaders face up to Trump victory at Hungarian summit
Leaders meeting in Budapest will be focused on Russia’s war and fears of US isolationism.
2024 on track to be world’s warmest year on record
It is also set to be the world’s first breach of 1.5C of warming across an entire calendar year.
Watch: Fast-moving California wildfire burns out of control
Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in Ventura County, near Los Angeles.
Seven states expand abortion protections as Florida ballot fails
The ballot initiative in Florida would have allowed abortion until the point of foetal viability or about 24 weeks.
Will Trump’s victory spark a global trade war?
Trump has promised tariffs on all foreign goods. If he follows through, many smaller economies may be forced to respond in kind.
Trump victory ‘major setback’ to climate action
Trump’s election will hit immediate efforts to tackle climate change, experts say – but the longer-term effect is less certain.