Flash flooding brought by storm damaged thousands of homes and buildings across parts of Europe.
Category: World
Man who attacked Comoros president dies in cell
The cause of death of the man who stabbed Azali Assoumani is being investigated.
Thousands mourn Ugandan Olympian killed by ex-partner
The death, after being set ablaze, of marathon runner Rebecca Chepetegei shocked the world.
Cher drops bid for conservatorship over her son
The son’s lawyers say the outcome allows them “to focus on healing and rebuilding their family bond”.
Funeral held for US-Turkish activist killed in West Bank
Israel says it is “highly likely” the 26-year-old activist was killed by its forces last week.
Fake retro video game ring worth €50m smashed in Italy
More than 47 million pirated copies of games including and Mario Bros. and Street Fighter II were seized in raids across Italy.
Russia and Ukraine announce swap of 206 prisoners
The Russian servicemen released include those captured during Ukraine’s recent attack in Kursk.
Trailblazing ballerina Michaela DePrince dies aged 29
A war orphan from Sierra Leone, DePrince moved to the US and ended up performing with Beyoncé.
Myanmar hit by deadly floods after Typhoon Yagi
Myanmar’s ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report.
Funeral begins for Ugandan Olympian killed by ex-boyfriend
The death, after being set ablaze, of marathon runner Rebecca Chepetegei shocked the world.