Berlin film festival invites far-right politicians, drawing backlash
Industry professionals condemn invites to AfD which event organisers have downplayed as a bureaucratic necessity.
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UK tribunal says academic discriminated against due to anti-Zionist beliefs
David Miller hails decision after tribunal rules he was unfairly and wrongfully dismissed by University of Bristol.
Israel’s war on Gaza: Are boycotts hurting US brands?
McDonald's is the latest of several brands to report a sales dip in Asia and the Middle East.
Colombia agrees with ELN rebel group to extend truce
The two sides have agreed to extend a landmark deal struck in August that expired last week.
Blinken arrives in Egypt on regional crisis tour pushing Gaza truce deal
Top US diplomat begins yet another Middle East tour seeking to push through truce deal amid Israel's war on Gaza.
‘Prime suspect’ in deadly Kenya gas blast appears in court
Six people died in the disaster and 280 others were injured in Thursday's explosion in a Nairobi residential area.
Defiant Houthis claim fresh Red Sea attacks on US, UK ships
Latest attacks on civilian ships demonstrate the Iran-backed group’s determination to continue its campaign.
One person killed in attack on Istanbul courthouse
Turkish officials say two assailants shot dead in 'terrorist' attack blamed on leftist group.
In Modi’s constituency Varanasi, India’s next temple-mosque spat explodes
A high court will hear the Mughal-era mosque's case on February 6 after a local court allowed Hindu prayers inside.
In Pakistan, old hopefuls jostle to turn around struggling economy
New gov't will have to deal with soaring inflation, increasing poverty, low forex reserves and weakening infrastructure.
US admits it did not give Iraq notice of strikes despite earlier claims
White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says he regrets confusion caused by his remarks.
Senegal parliament delays election to December 15 after chaotic vote
Some opposition lawmakers were forcibly removed from the chamber after security forces stormed the building.
‘AI moving fast’: UK to spend $125m on AI hubs, regulation
Technology minister says technology has potential to 'transform our public services and the economy for the better'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 713
As the war enters its 713th day, these are the main developments.
Prospects shaky for Philippines’ government and communist peace talks
The two sides agreed to start talks this month, but continued fighting and mutual distrust have undermined process.
Scepticism as Gibran Rakabuming Raka runs for Indonesia’s vice presidency
In Solo, where Gibran is mayor, some say he lacks experience for national office and father Joko Widodo's common touch.
Yemen appoints Foreign Minister Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak as prime minister
Bin Mubarak replaces Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed amid rising tensions over Houthis' Red Sea attacks, US and UK reprisals.
Britain’s King Charles diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace
The type of cancer has not been revealed, but the king has started 'regular treatments', Buckingham Palace says.
UN chief appoints independent panel to assess UNRWA
Panel to be led by former French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, who will work with European research organisations.
Hungary’s ruling party boycotts parliament session on Sweden’s NATO bid
Hungary is the only NATO member yet to approve Sweden's accession to the military alliance.