Former DR Congo PM sentenced to hard labour on corruption charge
Augustin Ponyo Matata is found guilty of his part in embezzling about $245m. Read More
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Tropical forests destroyed at fastest recorded rate last year
Tropical forests provide a buffer against climate change, but disappeared faster than ever recorded last year. Read More
UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer
Detailed weather forecasts and better predictions about the rain will soon be enjoyed in the UK. Read More
Liberty Steel plants in Rotherham and Sheffield under threat
A court will decide whether the firm should be wound up on Wednesday Read More
New brain tumour test a ‘game changer’, say experts
Scientists say the new method can diagnose the exact type of tumour within hours, rather than weeks. Read More
Judge warns US deportations to South Sudan may breach court order
The judge orders the migrants to be kept in US government custody, holding the plane on the tarmac if necessary. Read More
Student suicide review says unis must act to stop more deaths
The government wants universities to check the safety of halls and reach out to families after a death. Read More
Tesla battery maker sees shares jump in Hong Kong debut
China’s CATL makes more than a third of electric vehicle batteries sold worldwide and also supplies VW and Toyota. Read More
Elon Musk plans to cut back political spending
Asked if he had any regrets about his political activities, Musk said: “I did what needed to be done.” Read More
Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I’m addicted
Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive. Read More