The Democrats facing arrest have fled to block a vote that could sway the balance of power in Washington.
Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report
The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.
Nasa to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 – US media
The reactor would provide power for humans on the Moon but there are questions about feasibility.
Dozens feared trapped after cloudburst triggers flash floods in India state
Rescue teams are en route to Dharali village in Uttarkashi district, which is believed to have borne the brunt of the floods.
Protests in China over viral school bullying case
One protester in Sichuan province said “things got bloody” after police used batons and electric prods.
Protests in China over viral school bullying case
One protester in Sichuan province said “things got bloody” after police used batons and electric prods.
Watch: Fireworks ignite as blaze hits Japanese festival launch boats
Launch barges at a fireworks festival in Japan’s city Yokohama caught fire after pyrotechnics landed on them.
Watch: Fireworks ignite as blaze hits Japanese festival launch boats
Launch barges at a fireworks festival in Japan’s city Yokohama caught fire after pyrotechnics landed on them.
Texas Republicans vote to arrest Democrats blocking plan to re-draw electoral boundaries
The Democrats facing arrest have fled to block a vote that could sway the balance of power in Washington.
Family of Irish missionary kidnapped in Haiti ‘devastated’
Gena Heraty, from County Mayo, was taken with eight other people from an orphanage which she runs.


