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Malaysia anticorruption body probes ex-finance minister for abuse of power
Daim Zainuddin, an ally of former PM Mahathir Mohamad, has described the investigation as a 'political witch-hunt'.
Deadly snake halts play at Australia tennis tournament
Austrian Dominic Thiem's match suspended for 40 minutes after reptile slithered its way courtside. He won the qualifier.
‘They ordered me to undress’: From Nigeria to Italy, surviving rape
Naomi Iwelu was able to reach Italy but not before enduring unimaginable trauma and violence.
Brazil urges calm as Venezuela-Guyana border tension rises over Essequibo
A British warship arrives for defence exercises with Guyana as Venezuela launches war games near contested region.
US prosecutors opt out of second trial for crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried
Prosecutors cite 'strong public interest' for resolving major case against disgraced crypto exchange founder.
Turkey Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia called off amid Ataturk T-shirt row
Istanbul rival teams Galatasaray and Fenerbahce were scheduled to play in Riyadh on Friday.
Genocide in Gaza: The coverage of Israel’s war
We compile our reporting on Israel's war on Gaza - documenting the information war as it has played out since October 7.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 675
As the war enters its 675th day, these are the main developments.
‘We can’t tell her the truth’: Gaza’s hospitals filling with lone orphans
The number of children whose parents are both dead is mounting fast amid the Israeli bombardment.
Biden administration bypasses Congress on weapons sales to Israel
For second time in a month, US approves munitions for Israel while calling for end to mass civilian deaths.
Fabric wars: Ghana’s colourful prints face renewed Chinese competition
China-made African print wax has been available for decades as cheap replicas, but now as high-quality alternatives.
What lies ahead for the global economy in 2024?
Major economies defied predictions of recession in 2023. But inflation and high interest rates remain major concerns.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 85
South Africa files case of genocide against Israel, as attacks continue in Palestine and Lebanon – here is the latest.