The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.

The synod was the end of a four-year consultation aimed at gauging the views of Catholics.

In an impassioned speech, Michelle Obama said the election was "too close" with 10 days left until election day.

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba made a political gamble, and it backfired, leaving a weakened ruling party.

Iran’s air defence said it had “successfully intercepted” the attacks, though “some areas sustained limited damage”.

A young woman buys cannabis for friends - and finds herself facing up to 20 years in prison.

Paramilitary fighters are accused of committing "atrocious crimes" in Gezira state.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei refrained from pledging immediate retaliation while President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran did not seek war.