Countries are split at UN climate summit over funding and commitments to reducing fossil fuel use.
Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons
Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders’ sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.
Israeli strikes on Syria’s Palmyra kill 36, state media say
A UK-based monitor says the strikes hit a weapons depot other locations linked to Iran-backed fighters.
Inside South Africa’s ‘ruthless’ gang-controlled gold mines
Illegal miners live dangerously, but make roaring profits selling gold on the black-market.
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a “unique artistic experience”.
Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza – reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.
Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect the tourists consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
Moment world’s tallest woman and shortest woman meet
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.
Moment world’s tallest woman and shortest woman meet
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.
Putin gifts lion and brown bears to North Korea zoo
It comes after Pyongyang’s reported deployment of thousands of soldiers to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine
