India-US sign 10-year defence pact amid tariff turmoil
This comes as the two countries try to close a trade deal and tide over tense ties after Trump’s 50% tariffs on India. Read More
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Russia’s new nuclear weapons – real threat or Putin bluster?
This week alone, the Russian president unveiled two nuclear-capable weapons – but their value may be more symbolic than military. Read More
Thousands could have energy debt written off but bills would go up for others
Regulator Ofgem plans to cut £500m from the stack of customer debt – but other billpayers will cover the cost. Read More
Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as aid struggles to reach parts of Jamaica
Authorities report at least 30 people have been killed in Haiti and 19 in Jamaica as a result of the devastating storm. Read More
Apartheid police assault killed Nobel laureate Luthuli, South Africa court rules
The court sets aside the 1967 inquest that found that the anti-apartheid hero was hit by a goods train. Read More
‘This is the big one’ – tech firms bet on electrifying rail
Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether. Read More
Hundreds of energy-intensive businesses to see bills cut by £420m from next year
UK Steel said while the increased support was welcomed, the government could have gone further. Read More
Nasa hits back at Kim Kardashian’s moon landing conspiracy
In a recent episode of her TV series, the reality star said she believed the moon landing was fake. Read More
Barcelona’s Sagrada Família becomes world’s tallest church
The Gaudí-designed architectural marvel now stands at an impressive 162.91 metres. Read More
Trump caps refugee admissions at record low – with most to be white South Africans
The president sets the limit at 7,500 for the coming year, a dramatic cut from 125,000. Read More