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In 'victory speech', Donald Trump vows to heal US, promises golden age

In address to supporters, Republican leader says he is "working to stop wars" and promises to address the urgent issues facing the country.

Live updates: Trump claims victory to mark historic comeback

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris's challenge fades as she loses key battleground states to hand the advantage to the former president.

US on edge: Could political violence mar the 2024 presidential election?

As deeply divided supporters rally for Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, what does the spectre of violence tell us about the state of American democracy? Kristian Kristian Alexander

What will the next US president inherit - a divided America?

From polarised political discourse to economic hardships, the next administration—whichever side assumes office—faces a daunting challenge in healing a fractured nation.

Live updates: Early projections put Trump ahead, Harris closing in

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and her Republican challenger Donald Trump are locked in arguably the tightest presidential race in US history.

Live: Trump leads 9 states, Harris ahead in 5 — early projections

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and her Republican challenger Donald Trump are locked in arguably the tightest presidential race in US history.

Live updates: Voting nears end in US presidential election

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and her Republican challenger Donald Trump are locked in arguably the tightest presidential race in US history.

Sporting thrash Man City, Milan topple holders Real Madrid

Viktor Gyokeres completed his hat-trick for Sporting after Erling Haaland struck the crossbar with a penalty.

'If I lose and if it's a fair election, I will concede defeat': Trump

The former president also reiterated his previous criticism of electronic voting machines, suggesting they were less secure than paper ballots and would delay the outcome being known.

Israeli politicians slam Netanyahu's move to fire defence minister Gallant

Opposition leader and Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid says that firing Gallant during wartime is a reckless decision.

Trump or Harris: What different polls say about the US presidential race

Pre-poll surveys show a deadlocked race between Trump and Harris, with analysts suggesting that migration from blue states to red states could favour Republicans more than Democrats.

Live updates: Man arrested for making threats at NY polling station

Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and her Republican challenger Donald Trump are locked in arguably the tightest presidential race in US history.

Israel's Netanyahu fires Defence Minister Gallant

Foreign Minister Israel Katz has been appointed as the new defence minister.

Michael Jordan's red jersey sells for $4.68 million in an auction

Michael Jordan’s most extensively worn red jersey from the 1996-1997 basketball championship season with the Chicago Bulls has sold for $4.68 million at Sotheby’s in New York.

African Americans' expectations in the US polls

It is Election Day in the United States, where some 244 million eligible voters are expected to choose their 47th president.

Erdogan urges Turkic unity for just resolution of Palestinian issue

Gaza is once again at the forefront of discussions as Turkic leaders gather in Kyrgyzstan to attend the 11th Summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS).

Live Updates: Countries, organisations urge UNSC to halt arms sales to Israel

Israel's brutal war on Gaza — now in its 396th day — has killed at least 43,374 people and wounded more than 102,261, with another 10,000 feared buried under debris. In Lebanon, Israel has killed 3,002 people since Octob

US presidential polls: Candidates, issues, electoral process

The US election has entered homestretch, with Vice President Kamala Harris facing off against former President Donald Trump.

US presidential polls: Candidates, issues, electoral process

The US election has entered homestretch, with Vice President Kamala Harris facing off against former President Donald Trump.

Indonesia orders evacuations after deadly volcano eruptions

Authorities have raised the volcano's alert level to the highest level and implemented a seven-kilometre exclusion zone around the crater.

What does Hezbollah's new leader mean for Lebanon, Iran and the region?

Naim Qassem's appointment signals a tighter Iranian grip on the group amid Israel's onslaught. But will Lebanese people accept its eroding autonomy?

Live Updates: Israel notifies UN of cancelling UNRWA operations agreement

Israel's brutal war on Gaza — now in its 395th day — has killed at least 43,341 people and wounded more than 102,105, with another 10,000 feared buried under debris. In Lebanon, Israel has killed 2,986 people since Octob

Bangladeshi ex-PM faces ICC case for serious crimes

The complaint seeks an independent investigation into alleged crimes committed by Hasina, members of her Cabinet, and various law enforcement agencies.