Here’s what we know about the job Elon Musk has just been given, leading an effort to slash US government.

Providing the only way to fly out of Lebanon, Middle East Airlines has been operating every day despite Israeli attacks.

At least 35 people have been killed and dozens injured in a car ramming attack in China.

Russia rains missiles on Kyiv as Blinken pledges Biden government will do what it can for Ukraine before leaving office.

Trump must appoint about 4,000 officials, including the heads of the 15 executive departments that make up the cabinet.

The villagers of Ain Yaaqoub spent days identifying charred remains. They fear Israel was targeting displaced people.

As US president's term ends, repeated attempts to secure a ceasefire and end Israel's war have not yielded results.

Israel is attacking UNRWA because the UN agency helps Palestinians live.

US President Joe Biden asked a reporter if she can be “hit in the head”, in response to a Gaza deal question.

Welby is accused of not taking sufficient action to stop one of the Church of England's most prolific serial abusers.

Soldiers from the isolated communist state have no experience in modern warfare and a lot to learn on the battlefield.

Small Somaliland is positioned in the middle of a regional spat that some experts fear could escalate further.

Pro-US President Surangel Whipps Jr, whose nation recognises Taiwan, joins complaints over Beijing's maritime claims.

Voting begins in Somaliland amid regional tensions and hopes for international recognition after 30 years of self-rule.

The UN’s aid chief said that the world is "witnessing acts reminiscent of the gravest international crimes" in Gaza.

UN political chief doesn't name countries providing weapons to army and paramilitary forces, says it's 'unconscionable'.

Australia's Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia halt flights following eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki.

Pakistan will look to emulate their ODI form when they play Australia in a three-match T20 series, starting in Brisbane.

The indigenous Maori population, who make up a majority of the survivors of state care, are unhappy with PM's apology.

US president-elect's picks for top roles in incoming administration lean heavily on China hawks.