In 2014, Kailash Satyarthi was recognised for his relentless fight against child labour and his efforts to ensure every child’s right to education.

Thirty-five men have died by court-ordered executions in the US so far this year, including one early Friday, with seven others scheduled to be put to death later this month.

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect in Gaza on Friday, the military said, hours after Israel’s Cabinet approved a deal to pause the fighting and exchange the remaining hostages for Palestinian prisoners.