Several names are in the fray as cardinals prepare to gather in the Vatican to elect Pope Francis’ successor.
At least five killed after gunmen open fire on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir
The region’s chief minister said the attack was “much larger than anything we’ve seen directed at civilians in recent years”.
Vance calls for stronger India-US relations as trade talks progress
US Vice-President JD Vance is currently on a four-day visit to India with his wife and three children.
Georgian-Russian artist Zurab Tsereteli dies aged 91
He was known for gigantic and often controversial monuments, including some taller than the Statue of Liberty.
Georgian-Russian artist Zurab Tsereteli dies aged 91
He was known for gigantic and often controversial monuments, including some taller than the Statue of Liberty.
Pope’s funeral to take place on Saturday, says Vatican
Ahead of the funeral, the pontiff’s body will lie in St Peter’s basilica from Wednesday.
Why Pope’s death leaves Argentines ‘orphaned’ in more ways than one
Pope Francis was a source of pride for Argentina – but his failure to visit was a disappointment for many.
Burkina Faso army says it foiled ‘major’ coup plot
The plotters, some ex-army officers, hatched the plan in Ivory Coast, the authorities say.
Man missing after rare shark attack in Israel
Footage posted online shows a swimmer flailing in the distance as beachgoers yell in shock.
Harvard University sues Trump administration to stop funding freeze
The lawsuit signals a sharp escalation of a feud between the elite institution and the new presidency.


