New Zealand hikes tourist tax prompting warning
The south Pacific country’s tourism industry warns the increased entry fee is a barrier to visitors. Read More
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More than 100 killed in failed DR Congo jailbreak
Twenty-four people were shot dead and many others suffocated in a crush, the authorities say. Read More
Chinese artist detained for ‘insulting’ Mao sculptures
Gao Zhen and his brother are known for their provocative depictions of the former Communist leader. Read More
Putin welcomed in Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant
The Russian leader’s visit to the ICC-member state is seen as a show of defiance against the Hague. Read More
Fears over energy tax rises as business confidence falls
Investment will be cut and thousands of jobs put at risk if the windfall tax is raised, an industry body says. Read More
Ugandan athlete in hospital after Kenya petrol attack
The 33-year-old distance runner is currently receiving treatment for 75% burns, police say. Read More
Hundreds lodge complaints over Oasis ticket prices
The UK advertising watchdog gets 450 complaints, as the government pledges to look at dynamic pricing. Read More
School bus ploughs into crowd in China killing 11
State media reports the driver is in custody, and police are investigating the cause of the incident. Read More
Arrest warrant issued for Venezuela opposition candidate
Venezuela’s opposition claims Edmundo González defeated President Nicolas Maduro in July’s disputed presidential election. Read More
Off-road sites could be used for Dover port queues
A Home Office minister says sites off the main road network could be a “contingency measure”. Read More