The woman who took on Google and won

When Shannon Wait was suspended after posting about working conditions, she fought back.

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Call My Agent star joins plea to reopen French theatres

Grégory Montel believes the French government must allow theatres and cinemas to start working again.

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The water fight over the shrinking Colorado River

Global warming is shrinking the Colorado River. That means less water for 40 million people.

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Letter from Africa: Kenyans protest over growing debt

Kenyans urge potential lenders to stop giving the government money over fears of growing debt.

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India coronavirus: Can its vaccine producers meet demand?

India is a big player in vaccine production - but its largest manufacturer has said its production is under 'stress'

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Taiwan accuses China of 'vaccine diplomacy' in Paraguay

It is claimed that Beijing promised millions of doses to Paraguay if it severed ties with Taipei.

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Buddhist monk freed from flooded cave in Thailand after four days

Monk who entered cave "to sit in contemplation" is rescued by divers after four days trapped inside.

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Covid vaccines: Can Australia blame its woes on Europe?

Australia says the EU's move to block an AstraZeneca order is to blame for its vaccine delays.

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French winemakers fight frost with fire

Winemakers in France are trying to save their crops amid a sudden drop in temperatures.

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Scotland needs 'Google-sized' changes on economy

A report by Sir Tom Hunter calls for radical change if economic growth is to match countries such as Denmark and Norway.

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TikTok: Teen saves boy after seeing crash on livestream

The 13-year-old raised the alarm after the boy crashed his quad bike during a live feed.

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Leeds Bradford Airport development plan ruling delayed

The government is to take more time to examine a £150m scheme to redevelop Leeds Bradford Airport.

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Dubai deports group over nude balcony shoot

A Russian man and 12 Ukrainian women are among those deported from the UAE after the stunt.

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Crate escape: Search for Irishmen who airmailed Brian Robson home

Were you in Australia in 1965? Did you help a homesick Welsh friend send himself home in a crate?

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Deliveroo shares rise 2% on first full trading day

Wednesday marks the first day of trading for 70,000 retail investors who have bought shares in Deliveroo.

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NYC doormen fired for not intervening in attack

The staff are accused of watching an attack on a 65-year-old Asian-American woman in Manhattan.

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Even 'dungers' are too pricey in NZ property market

Covid-containing New Zealand has the most unaffordable housing market among developed nations.

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Xinjiang cotton: Western brands blurred on China TV

Western brands are being targeted in China for expressing concern over Uyghur forced labour claims.

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US restaurants face ketchup packet shortage amid Covid pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic leads to a surge in demand for single-use packs of the popular condiment.

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India Covid-19: 'No end in sight' as doctors battle second wave

Indian doctors say they are already feeling overwhelmed as Covid cases rise sharply in the country.

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Toshiba confirms $20bn buyout bid from equity fund

The scandal-hit Japanese electronics giant has received an offer from CVC Capital Partners.

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Covid: Brazil has more than 4,000 deaths in 24 hours for first time

Hospitals are overcrowded, with people dying as they wait for treatment, as cases continue to surge.

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Kim Kardashian West joins billionaire club

Forbes business magazine adds the US reality TV star to its list of the super-rich.

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Amazon's Jeff Bezos backs tax rise on companies

Comments by the world's richest man come amid a fierce debate over raising the tax rate on companies.

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Jordan's royal rift: A family feud erupts - but who's actually involved?

An alleged coup plot has brought Jordan's royal family to global attention. So, who's involved?

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Georgia voting: Fact-checking claims about the new election law

Democrats say it restricts voting rights, but Republicans disagree - so what does the new law do?

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Inner Light: The children surviving conflict in DR Congo

Hugh Kinsella Cunningham documents the lives of children caught up in conflict in DR Congo.

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Covid surge in South America as Brazil variant spreads

Brazil has recorded more than 13m Covid cases, while Uruguay and Paraguay saw record daily deaths.

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Greenland election: Melting ice and mining project on the agenda

Just 56,000 people will vote but the US, China and others have a stake in the result.

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Jordan Prince Hamzah: Reporting on 'destabilisation plot' banned

News about an alleged plot involving the ex-crown prince is too sensitive to be reported, officials say.

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Israel's Netanyahu tasked with forming new government

Israel's president gives Benjamin Netanyahu first shot after elections produced no clear winner.

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Credit Suisse axes bosses after huge losses

The Swiss bank's risk chief is leaving after it revealed the fallout from two major clients.

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Remote working: Is Big Tech going off work from home?

After much hype about working from home, some tech companies are getting cold feet.

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'Why do I feel pressure to be an entrepreneur?'

Having a side hustle isn't for everyone.

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Iran nuclear deal: US joins Vienna talks aimed at reviving accord

The Vienna meeting will discuss how the US can lift sanctions and Iran return to full compliance.

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Covid-19 vaccination: India ramps up vaccines as daily cases hit 100,000

The world's biggest inoculation drive aims to cover 250 million people by July.

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EasyJet: Two test travel plan is too expensive

The airline claims the cost of pre and post-travel testing could exceed the price of a plane ticket.

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Peacocks stores back in business as buyout saves 2,000 jobs

The fashion chain will be brought back to life by former senior executive saving 200 stores.

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Navalny: Jailed Putin critic 'has cough and temperature'

The Russian opposition leader says three people in his prison unit are being treated for tuberculosis.

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Credit Suisse axes bosses and bonuses Greensill and Archegos losses

The Swiss bank's risk chief is leaving after it revealed the fallout from two major clients.

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Australia and New Zealand to start quarantine-free travel

Both nations have contained Covid outbreaks and sustained very low or near-zero infection rates.

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Australia and New Zealand to start quarantine-free travel

Both nations have contained Covid outbreaks and sustained very low or near-zero infection rates.

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Hunter Biden on addiction: My life is not a tabloid

The US president's son talks to the BBC about addiction, grief and his scrutinised work in Ukraine.

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Tokyo Olympics: North Korea to skip Games over Covid-19 fears

The announcement puts an end to Seoul's hopes of using the Games to engage with Pyongyang.

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Janet Yellen pledges greater US international co-operation

Janet Yellen signals global co-operation is back on the agenda for world's biggest economy.

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Janet Yellen pledges greater US international co-operation

Janet Yellen signals global co-operation is back on the agenda for world's biggest economy.

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Remote working: Is Big Tech going off work from home?

After much hype about working from home, some tech companies are getting cold feet.

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Jordan's Prince Hamzah pledges allegiance to king after mediation

Prince Hamzah issues a statement hours after mediation saying he is committed to the constitution.

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Five animals to spot in a post-Covid financial jungle

As the world prepares for an economic reset, several creatures have emerged to help you navigate your way.

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Nigeria's Efik queen wants to take royal meetings online

A queen from southern Nigerian argues that she is better placed to know what her people need.

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