China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation
The zero-tariff regime gives China’s soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts. Read More
Venice Biennale jury resigns days before start of exhibition
It follows growing tensions over the return of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Read More
Violence in Australian town after arrest of man over girl’s murder
There has been violence outside hospital in Alice Springs, where a man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl was being treated. Read More
Britney Spears charged in California with driving under influence
The pop star is facing one misdemeanour count of driving under the influence of any alcohol and drug. Read More
Deadly Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
At least nine people – including two children – were killed, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. Read More
US House votes to end government shutdown over immigration operations
The bill, already cleared by the US Senate, now moves to the desk of President Donald Trump who is expected to swiftly sign the legislation. Read More
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021. Read More
Man sentenced to death for murder of toddlers at Ugandan nursery
Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge. Read More
‘How are we going to get back home?’ Islamist group tightens blockade on Mali capital
The blockade comes days after Mali’s defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks. Read More
Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists
Pro-Palestinian activists say 22 boats carrying aid for Gaza were illegally intercepted in international waters near the Greek island. Read More