Why has a court blocked Elon Musk’s $56bn Tesla pay?
Judge calls Tesla boss's pay 'unfathomable'. Ruling could affect his standing as the world's richest man.
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What is UNRWA and why is it important for Palestinians?
The UN agency, which supports 6 million Palestinian refugees, is the main aid provider in Gaza amid Israeli bombardment.
Why did Mark Zuckerberg apologise at the US Senate?
Parents of affected children said the Meta CEO's apology was 'a bit too late'.
Tunisia’s Saied wants to make the central bank fill the budget deficit
By borrowing billions from the central bank to shore up budget, the president could well worsen Tunisia's economic woes.
Russian court extends detention of US journalist Kurmasheva until April
Russian-American journalist is accused of failing to register as a ‘foreign agent’ and spreading ‘false information’.
Hindu prayers begin inside India’s Mughal-era mosque after court order
Worshippers are praying inside the 17th century mosque adjacent to a Hindu temple in Varanasi after the court order.
Journalists, activists targeted in Jordan with Israeli-made Pegasus spyware
Report by Access Now says hackers used the malware to break into smartphones of dozens of people in Jordan.
India budget 2024: What does it say about the economy, elections?
The Modi government has snipped its food subsidy bill while also lowering its fiscal deficit target.
Palestinians demand international inquiry after mass grave found in Gaza
Bodies of Palestinian detainees who were handcuffed, blindfolded discovered in plastic bags near northern Gaza school.
European Union agrees on new $54bn aid package for Ukraine
Hungary previously vetoed the measure and criticised the bloc's military support for Ukraine.
With UK PM under pressure, is Labour on track for a landslide election win?
Polling suggests a huge defeat for the Conservatives later this year. Professor Tim Bale says it's too early to predict.
Ukraine, Russia fight from the skies as Kyiv’s EU aid hangs in the balance
A key summit focuses on aid as Russia says it will increase air defence missile production.
Thailand deports dissident Russian rockers to Israel
Human rights advocates warned against sending Bi-2 to Russia where they could be persecuted for opposing Ukraine war.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 118
Hospitals in Khan Younis remain under siege as Red Sea tensions rise.
Chicago becomes latest US city to seek ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza
City councillors narrowly approve nonbinding resolution that includes call for humanitarian aid and release of captives.
US military targets 10 Houthi drones in new Yemen strikes
The Iran-aligned rebel group has warned of more attacks against US and British warships.
US says it blocked China cyber-threat but warns hackers can ‘wreak havoc’
FBI says China state-sponsored hackers ramping up efforts to damage electric grid, transport systems, oil pipelines.
Four found guilty of rioting over 2019 storming of Hong Kong legislature
The storming of the building marked an escalation in the 2019 mass protests that began over a China extradition bill.
India’s Ayodhya wakes up to harsh realities after Modi’s Ram temple event
As devotees stream in, residents say small town in one of India's poorest states lacks infrastructure to host millions.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 708
As the war enters its 708th day, these are the main developments.