Arrests in Nigeria after abduction of local monarch ‘held for ransom’
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest. Read More
Madonna offers reward for return of missing Coachella costume
The items, which she says are “part of my history”, disappeared after her slot with Sabrina Carpenter. Read More
Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism
This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries. Read More
South Africa’s police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role. Read More
The Onion launches new effort to turn Infowars into parody website
The new proposal would involve the publication licensing Alex Jones’s company, which faces liquidation. Read More
Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico’s ancient Teotihuacán pyramids
Several people were also injured in the incident on Monday at the popular tourist site, say Mexican officials, weeks before the country hosts the Fifa World Cup. Read More
Japan on high alert for ‘huge’ second quake after lifting tsunami warning
Japan’s meteorological agency warns another, stronger earthquake may hit in the next week. Read More
US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl
Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted. Read More
Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
The US president’s comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week. Read More
Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February. Read More