Why France’s turmoil is grave concern for Europe
There’s no end in sight to the political instability as French PM Barnier faces a no-confidence vote. Read More
World’s oldest known wild bird lays egg at 74
Laysan albatross Wisdom was spotted with her new partner and egg at a Pacific Ocean refuge. Read More
Trump’s defence nominee hits out after reports he could be dropped
US media suggest the president-elect could replace Pete Hegseth, whose selection is under intense scrutiny. Read More
Russian criminals helped UK drug gangs launder lockdown cash
UK drug gangs paid Russian criminals to swap their dirty street cash for untraceable cryptocurrency, police say. Read More
Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen
The no-confidence vote against the French prime minister is a high-stakes gamble for far-right leader Marine Le Pen. Read More
Syrian government forces and rebels battle outside key city of Hama
A government counter-attack reportedly pushed back the rebels after they reached Hama’s outskirts. Read More
South Korea opposition files motion to impeach President Yoon
The country faces an uncertain future after its leader Yoon Suk Yeol suddenly declared and then reversed martial law. Read More
Why French PM Barnier is set to lose no-confidence vote – and what happens next?
Barnier, who has headed the French government since September, may be ousted – but what could happen next? Read More
‘We had to stop this’: The woman who grabbed gun of South Korean soldier
Ahn Gwi-ryeong faced off with armed soldiers who were sent to stop lawmakers from entering parliament in Seoul. Read More
Statue of Russia’s Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa
The new monument “is part of the bilateral relationship” between CAR and Russia, officials say. Read More