China changed village names ‘to erase Uyghur culture’
Activists claim removal of place names is the latest attempt to undermine Uyghur culture in China. Read More
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Filipino soldiers fought off Chinese coast guard ‘with bare hands’
Chinese personnel armed with swords are accused of ramming Filipino boats in disputed waters. Read More
Limousine, tea set and ‘busts’ among Putin and Kim gifts
The Russian president gives car enthusiast Mr Kim a luxury Russian-made Aurus car during his visit. Read More
US surgeon general wants social media warning labels
Vivek Murthy says social media increases the risk that children will experience anxiety and depression. Read More
South Africa’s Ramaphosa sworn in for second term
Cyril Ramaphosa has been forced to share power after failing to secure a majority in last month’s election. Read More
Tributes paid to ‘true giant’ of baseball, Willie Mays
Mays was renowned for a spectacular over-the-shoulder catch during the 1954 World Series. Read More
‘I don’t believe in peace now,’ released Gaza hostage tells BBC
Ada Sagi says her ordeal destroyed her belief that peace is possible between Israelis and Palestinians. Read More
US soldier jailed for nearly four years in Russia
Gordon Black was sentenced for threatening to kill his girlfriend and theft, state media report. Read More
Low investment blocking UK growth, says think tank
Both Conservative and Labour plan to reduce government investment over the next parliamentary term Read More
Could brain-like computers be a ‘competition killer’?
Computers built like brains could be much more energy efficient than current designs. Read More