Israel’s most right-wing government agreed under Benjamin Netanyahu
Benjamin Netanyahu is backed by an anti-LGBT party and one whose leader was convicted of racism.
Coronavirus: China’s hospitals seem to be filling up – WHO
China's figures say no-one died of Covid on Wednesday - but there is scepticism about the data.
Ukraine war: Biden tells Zelensky his country will never stand alone
On his first overseas trip since the Russian invasion began, President Volodymyr Zelensky thanks the US.
World Cup: Chaotic scenes in Buenos Aires after celebrations
Millions of people had attended a victory parade in the streets of the capital.
Trump business losses sharply reduced his tax bill
In 2020, the then US president reported negative income and paid no income tax.
Bomb cyclone: Powerful winter storm may disrupt holiday travel
Sub-zero temperatures and blizzard conditions could unleash travel chaos across the US and Canada.
Serial killer The Serpent, Charles Sobhraj, to be freed from Nepal jail
Frenchman Charles Sobhraj, a serial killer portrayed in a hit BBC drama, will be released and deported.
Afghanistan: Tears and protests as Taliban shut universities to women
As the Taliban shut universities and other education centres, Afghan women see their future crumble.
Gambia coup attempt foiled – government
Four soldiers are under arrest following Tuesday's plot, President Barrow's government says.
Ukraine war: Russia not to blame for conflict – Putin
President Vladimir Putin claims he still continues to see Ukraine as a brotherly nation.