Four ways this US government shutdown could end
At some point, public pressure and political pain will see one side yield to bring this latest US government shutdown to an end. Read More
Afghans rejoice as internet returns after Taliban blackout
A 48-hour shutdown imposed by the Taliban government hit firms, flights and risked further isolating women. Read More
Chunk of NYC building collapses in possible explosion
No one was injured and no apartments were damaged, although some residents were evacuated. Read More
Israel ‘tightens siege’ of Gaza City as Hamas reviews Trump peace plan
The defence minister warns Palestinians to leave, saying those remaining will be considered “terrorists and supporters of terror”. Read More
Hunter S Thompson’s death to be reviewed 20 years on
Investigators will look at the writer’s 2005 death, which was ruled a suicide, at the family’s request despite no new evidence of foul play. Read More
Munich Oktoberfest to re-open after fatal house fire and bomb threat
The annual beer festival was closed for several hours because of possible links to an explosion and fire. Read More
Danish PM calls for strong answer from EU leaders to Russia’s hybrid attacks
Copenhagen is on alert as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences in response to disruption from drones and Russian war planes. Read More
Kenya offers reward as anger grows over failure to arrest suspected serial killer
Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, a prime suspect in the murder of more than 40 women, escaped from custody over a year ago. Read More
South African firebrand MP Malema convicted of firing a gun in public
Julius Malema, known for his incendiary rhetoric, was recently convicted of hate speech. Read More
Man suspected of ordering murder of three Argentine women arrested
The brutal torture and killing of the three women in Argentina sent shockwaves through the region. Read More