Climate catastrophes cost nations billions in 2020, report finds
A report by Christian Aid found nine of the worst natural disasters of 2020 caused damages of more than $5bn each.
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Alibaba crackdown spurs global concerns, $200bn China tech rout
China's regulators are investigating alleged monopolistic practices at Jack Ma’s Alibaba.
Zoom, zoom: Tesla plans India launch for 2021
The electric carmaker plans to launch in India in 2021, but not until later in the year, CEO Elon Musk tweeted.
Shanghai police detain suspect in Yoozoo Games tycoon’s death
Lin Qi, 39, the founder of Yoozoo Games, died on Christmas Day after possibly being poisoned, Shanghai police said.
At least four killed, many wounded in Afghanistan attacks
Two attacks target capital Kabul, one hits Ghazni province and another reported in the eastern Khost region.
Iran set to begin human trials of its COVID vaccine
Health ministry official says seven other Iranian vaccines expected to clear animal trials by late February.
UK warns of ‘bumpy’ post-Brexit transition despite deal
EU ambassadors, meanwhile, gave their unanimous approval to the Brexit trade deal.
Julian Assange supporters outnumber his critics. Who are they?
With a week until a UK court announces the verdict on Assange's extradition case, we review his supporters and critics.
Vote count under way in Niger’s presidential election
Almost 7.5 million cast their vote to choose a successor to President Issoufou.
Saudi women’s rights activist al-Hathloul given prison sentence
Loujain al-Hathloul sentenced to five years and eight months in prison by a Saudi court.
A simple guide: 10 things to know about the Brexit deal
From fishing quotas and free movement to mobile roaming charges and pet passports - much will change on January 1.
Nagorno-Karabakh: Azerbaijan says one dead in Armenian attack
Azerbaijan defence ministry says one soldier has been killed and another injured in an ambush in Khojavend.
Sydney told to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks from home
Large gatherings have been banned and people told to stay away from the city after a spike in COVID cases.
Reuters cameraman ‘arrested, held without charge’ in Ethiopia
A judge ordered Gemechu's detention for 14 days, but no reason was given for his arrest, news agency reports.
Bangladesh begins moving second group of Rohingya to Bhashan Char
Nearly 1,000 refugees to be relocated to remote island in Bay of Bengal amid opposition from rights groups.
Gulf officials discuss ‘cooperation’ ahead of GCC summit
Qatar blockade high on the agenda for next month's GCC summit that takes place in Saudi Arabia.
Chinese delegation meets Nepal PM amid political crisis
Senior Chinese Communist Party leader holds talks with PM Oli as the ruling communist party on the verge of split.
Demon Slayer becomes Japan’s top-grossing movie
Animated tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons that murdered his family takes in $313.7m in two months.
Police name person under investigation in Nashville bombing
Christmas day explosion wounded three people and damaged dozens of businesses, including an AT&T switching centre.
US legislators press Trump on relief bill as jobless aid expires
Bernie Sanders blasts Trump's decision not to sign COVID bill, as millions of Americans lose unemployment benefits.