Kissing a woman’s hand can be sexual assault, Spanish court finds
The Supreme Court found that a man had done more than harass a woman by kissing her hand as there had been “a clear sexual component” to his behaviour. Read More
Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Read More
China bans storing cremated remains in empty ‘bone ash apartments’
China bans ‘bone ash apartments’ where mourners are storing cremated remains instead of cemeteries. Read More
Teen cyclist killed at Road World Championships not found for 82 minutes
A cyclist who was killed during the Road World Championships was not found for 82 minutes after a crash, investigators find. Read More
Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition
Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part. Read More
Sexual violence part of ‘everyday life’ in parts of Sudan, charity says
Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities. Read More
King Charles should meet Epstein victims, US lawmaker says
While the trip is not officially confirmed, the King and Queen Camilla are reportedly planning to visit the US at the end of April. Read More
‘A succulent Chinese meal’ – iconic Australian quote immortalised in national archive
The theatrical monologue given by Jack Karlson as he was arrested in 1991 has been officially recognised as a “lasting piece of cultural folklore”. Read More
Kid Rock sparks US Army probe after helicopter flyby at his mansion
The country rock artist posted footage on Saturday of himself saluting the aircraft from his outdoor pool. Read More
Gazan mother reunited with evacuated daughter after two years
The girl is among at least eight children who were premature newborns when they were evacuated during heavy fighting in Gaza at the start of the war. Read More