Firefighters warn of a “difficult day” ahead, with temperatures are forecast to reach up to 44C (111.2F) on Sunday.
American musical satirist Tom Lehrer dies at 97, US media report
Lehrer, a Harvard-trained mathematician, wrote darkly humorous songs, often with political connotations.
BBC uncovers lasting toxic legacy of cargo ship disaster off Sri Lanka
Scientists warn the damage to the environment after the 2021 X-Press Pearl disaster could be much more enduring.
Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan
Investigators are yet to reveal a motive for Saturday afternoon’s attack in Traverse City.
Both sides can claim victory in US-EU tariff deal, but devil may be in detail
This deal shows how serious President Trump is about renegotiating America’s trading relationship with the rest of the world.
EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America
US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after “tough negotiations” in Scotland.
Several reported killed in German train derailment
German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany.
Jordan and UAE drop aid in Gaza as Israel begins ‘tactical pause’
Israel’s concession to aid come as it faces growing international pressure to alleviate mass starvation in Gaza.
Bowen: Israel’s aid measures a gesture to allies horrified by Gaza starvation
This might be a tacit admission by the Israelis that they need to do more – but more likely the measures are a response to allies.
Churchgoers killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State
Around 20 of the dead were taking part in a night vigil which was stormed by armed men, officials say.


