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Ex-president named leader of new DR Congo rebel coalition
Joseph Kabila had previously denied having links to the M23 rebels, which control much of eastern DR Congo.
Florida Republican running for re-election snags presidential endorsement — from Colombia
Rep. María Elvira Salazar has received political support from right-wing stalwarts overseas as she finds herself on the outs with President Tweety McTreason.
Super El Niño sets another record as it strengthens to ‘unprecedented levels’
El Niño has continued to strengthen, with several key measures now in record territory. Simon King explores how it compares to previous events.
Bulgaria summons Russian ambassador after ship sinks in Black Sea drone attack
Eleven crew members are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight, local officials say.
US emergency call records reveal confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike
The killer of Colleen Slemmer was ultimately taken to hospital after two doses of lethal injection did not kill her.
One dead and several injured after incident involving rollercoaster
One person has died and several others have been injured in an incident involving a rollercoaster on Monday afternoon in Georgia, according to police.
Breaking Bad star dies aged 34
RJ Mitte, best known for his role as Walter “Flynn” White Jr in Breaking Bad, has died aged 34 in Brownsville, Texas.
Ronaldo scores, waves Saudi scarf in Al-Nassr’s win after security delay
Al-Nassr’s AFC Champions League game in Riyadh was delayed for one hour due to a security warning amid Houthi attacks.
Mapping Africa’s energy wealth and 560 million who remain without power
Africa is rich in energy, yet hundreds of millions Africans still live without electricity, most of the world’s total.
Emir of Qatar reiterates the need for safety and stability in the region
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani addresses the Shura Council and emphasises the need for regional stability and safety.
Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media
A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike.
India ‘cockroach’ leaders detained after entering barricaded protest site
Protesters climbed over barricades in central Delhi to demand the election chief resign over revised voter lists.
Watch: US man eyes pumpkin world record after fifth contest win
Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger hauled his pumpkin from Minnesota to Half Moon Bay, California where he won the annual event.