Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say
The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday. Read More
Xi’s anti-corruption drive began 14 years ago. Why are the purges still going?
Critics say Xi’s purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military. Read More
Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are “ready to go home”, as they face drone attacks from Tehran. Read More
Cuba confirms negotiations with US as country faces effects of oil blockade
Cuba’s president confirmed the talks in a national broadcast as the country also said it would release 51 prisoners in “goodwill” gesture. Read More
Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m
The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd’s best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon. Read More
Bahrain & Saudi Arabia Grands Prix to be cancelled
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix scheduled for next month are set to be cancelled as a result of the Middle East war. Read More
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case believes they know kidnapper’s motive
The 84-year-old mother of US TV presenter Savannah Guthrie was kidnapped 41 days ago. Read More
Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war
Ukraine’s president says the US decision “certainly does not help achieve peace”. Read More
France returns sacred ‘talking drum’ looted during colonial rule to Ivory Coast
The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017. Read More
‘No-one will hire women’ – India’s top court rejects menstrual leave petition
The subject has polarised India for long, though some states and private companies offer menstrual leaves. Read More