Hunger is falling but is still higher than pre-COVID levels: UN report
Global hunger has declined, yet millions of people are still going hungry.
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Screen time calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?
The average user spends roughly two hours, 39 minutes on social media daily, adding up to more than 40 days a year.
FIFA World Cup 2026: How can your team reach the final?This article will be opened in a new browser window
Your team is five wins away from winning the 2026 World Cup. Build your path round by round to the final.
Satellite images show scale of destruction in Venezuela earthquakes
Satellite images show the before and after of parts of Venezuela left in ruins by two devastating quakes.
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Who has profited most from the war on Iran?
Defence contractors, energy companies and investment banks saw profits soar as war and uncertainty upended markets.
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How minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz works: A visual guide
Clearing mines is a slow, high-risk operation that involves finding and destroying them using specialised techniques.
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When Paris is hotter than Mecca: How Europe’s heatwave compares globally
Paris and other European cities are seeing temperatures above 40C (104F), levels normally seen across the Middle East.
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How to stay cool and treat heatstroke during a heatwave
Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F).
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How does air conditioning work, and how does it affect your body?
While AC keeps us cool, it can also cause dry skin and irritation. Here are some tips to keep comfortable this summer.
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Brexit 10 years on: What has changed in the UK explained in maps and charts
Brexit promised a better Britain. A decade on, the numbers tell a different story. Al Jazeera breaks it down.
Political turmoil: UK will see its seventh prime minister in 10 years
After less than two years as PM, Keir Starmer announces his resignation amid mounting pressure from own Labour Party.
