A new China tech visa has caught India’s attention – now locals aren’t happy
China’s aim to attract global talent comes as the US is making it harder to bring in foreign workers. Read More
‘None of us have ever asked for special treatment’ – female veterans respond to Hegseth
The US Secretary of Defense said he wants a return to the ‘male standard’ for combat roles. Woman veterans say the standards were never different. Read More
French troops board oil tanker linked to Russian ‘shadow fleet’
President Emmanuel Macron said the crew had committed “serious offences” but did not directly link the vessel to Russia. Read More
Conservationist Dame Jane Goodall dies aged 91
Dr Goodall was a world-leading expert on chimpanzees and a renowned conservationist. Read More
Israeli navy tells Gaza flotilla to change course as activists say boats intercepted
The Global Sumud Flotilla says military personnel had boarded some vessels. Read More
Germany arrests suspected Hamas members over alleged attack plot
The three men are accused of planning attacks on Jewish and Israeli institutions in Germany, federal prosecutors says. Read More
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