Afghans face pivotal moment as US prepares to 'close the book'

Could the US decision to pull its troops from Afghanistan by 11 September lead to civil war?

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Neighbours: Actress Sharon Johal also alleges racism on soap

Sharon Johal says she faced taunts and mockery of her Indian background from other castmates.

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NZ to launch world-first climate change rules

New Zealand is bringing in a law to force its financial firms to report on climate-related risks.

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NZ to launch world-first climate change rules

New Zealand is bringing in a law to force its financial firms to report on climate-related risks.

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Grab set for $40bn valuation in US share listing

The Singapore-based firm started as a ride-hailing company and has since expanded.

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The student loan bubble 'is going to burst'

Cancelling student debt was once a fringe idea in the US, but it's become increasingly mainstream.

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US seeks China climate agreements ahead of Biden summit

US envoy John Kerry will hold talks in Shanghai ahead of a climate summit hosted by President Biden.

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Iran nuclear deal: Shadow of sabotage hangs over critical talks

An attack on Iran's key nuclear site has just complicated efforts to save the frayed accord.

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Covid: 'Israel may be reaching herd immunity'

A leading doctor describes it as the "only explanation" for cases falling as restrictions are eased.

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Why $30m didn't protect Nigerian pupils after Chibok

The 2014 student abductions led to a plan backed by the UK but little has come of it seven years on.

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Why 'stay-at-home parent' is a job title

LinkedIn now gives parents a way to reflect a career gap. Can it help the return-to-work challenge?

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The student loan bubble 'is going to burst'

Cancelling student debt was once a fringe idea in the US, but it's become increasingly mainstream.

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Brexit prompts JD Sports to open Dublin warehouse

The firm's imports to GB now incur tariffs when they are distributed onward to its stores across Europe.

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Greensill: Labour to press ministers over Cameron lobbying

The former prime minister has been criticised for lobbying on behalf of Greensill Capital.

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Daunte Wright shooting: Dozens arrested in fresh unrest in Minnesota

The clashes come as police say Daunte Wright, 20, died after an officer mistook her gun for a Taser.

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Defence giant Babcock International to cut 1,000 jobs

The government contractor also expects a "significant" £1.7bn write-off as part of a company review.

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West agree joint custody after divorce

US reality star Kim Kardashian married rapper Kanye West in 2014 but filed for divorce in February.

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Covid: Return to normality won't be a light switch moment, says Fauci

Dr Anthony Fauci, the top Covid adviser in the US, says a return to normality will be gradual.

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Goldmans backs office life with Birmingham tech hub

The investment bank is creating a new Midlands outpost which will eventually employ up to 500 staff.

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UK economy grew slightly in February

The economy "showed some improvement" as it grew 0.4% in February, according to official figures.

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Lockdown lifting in Liverpool: 'Light at the end of the tunnel'

Excitement, relief and cocktails flowed as bars and non-essential shops reopened in Liverpool.

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Covid accelerates India's millionaire exodus

As Covid cases surge, India's wealthy lead global enquiries for citizenship and residency abroad.

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Taiwan: 'Record number' of China jets enter airspace

Beijing sends 25 military aircraft into Taiwan as the US warns against an 'increasingly aggressive' China.

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Gruppe S: German far-right group on trial for 'terror plot'

The 12 men are accused of planning attacks on migrants, Muslims and politicians in Germany.

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Sputnik V: What we know about India's Covid-19 vaccines

Russia's Sputnik V is deemed to be safe and works in a way similar to the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab.

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Fukushima: Japan approves releasing wastewater into ocean

Most experts say it's a normal and safe practice but environmentalists and locals are not happy.

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World's wealthiest 'at heart of climate problem'

The so-called “polluter elite” must change their lifestyles to tackle climate change, a report says.

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China forces Jack Ma's Ant Group to restructure

The overhaul will force the Alibaba-backed group to become a financial holding firm.

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George Floyd death: The prosecution's case against Derek Chauvin

Over 11 days of testimony, we heard from eyewitnesses, fellow police officers and medical experts.

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Iran and Israel's shadow war takes a dangerous turn

The Middle East foes are engaged in brinkmanship on several fronts.

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Myanmar coup: The people shot dead since the protests began

Hundreds have been killed since February. Now, their families are telling their stories.

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Somaliland and Taiwan: Two territories with few friends but each other

Taiwan and Somaliland are basically fully functioning territories but neither is recognised internationally.

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The exchange project uniting young Americans during the pandemic

Teenagers from across the US are coming together to discuss their vastly differing backgrounds.

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Covid accelerates India's millionaire exodus

As Covid cases surge, India's wealthy lead global enquiries for citizenship and residency abroad.

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The anti-vax movement targeting German children

An anti-lockdown, anti-vaccine movement with ties to the far right has recruited hundreds of children.

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Cyber-firm Darktrace eyes '£3bn' London share listing

Boss Poppy Gustafsson says London is a "logical choice" despite Deliveroo's flop flotation.

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France moves to ban short-haul domestic flights

MPs vote to stop flights where the journey could be made by train in under 2.5 hours.

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France moves to ban short-haul domestic flights

MPs vote to stop flights where the journey could be made by train in under 2.5 hours.

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Police officer who pepper-sprayed US Army soldier fired

The black army lieutenant filed a lawsuit against two policemen in Virginia after a traffic stop turned violent.

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Primark shoppers queue as opening hours extended to 10pm

JD Sports and TK Maxx also see queues as non-essential shops reopen in England and Wales.

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Brewdog reveals plans for beer-themed hotel in Edinburgh

The Scottish firm says the Doghouse-branded boutique hotel will be in a former school in Market Street.

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Neighbours star Nicola Charles claims cast members tried to get her deported

British actress Nicola Charles alleges that two co-stars contacted Australia's immigration service.

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Joseph Siravo: The Sopranos and Jersey Boys star dies aged 64

Tributes have been paid to the actor, who played mobster Tony Soprano's father Johnny.

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Iran vows revenge for 'Israeli' attack on Natanz nuclear site

Iran's foreign ministry blames Israel for Sunday's incident at the Natanz uranium enrichment plant.

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Protests near Minneapolis after black man shot dead by police

Police fire tear gas at demonstrators after a black man was fatally shot during a traffic stop.

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Prince Philip: The Vanuatu tribes mourning the death of their 'god'

As Britain grieves his death, so do some Pacific tribespeople who revere him as a spiritual figure.

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Haridwar: Crowds surging at India's Kumbh Mela amid deadly Covid wave

Tens of thousands are participating in Kumbh Mela even as India records its highest-ever Covid spike.

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Guillermo Lasso: Conservative ex-banker elected Ecuador president

Guillermo Lasso, 65, has vowed to attract foreign investment and break away from leftist policies.

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St Vincent volcano: Eruptions likely in coming days, experts warn

The Caribbean island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash after the La Soufrière volcano erupted.

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Chinese official says local vaccines 'don't have high protection rates'

However he later appeared to backtrack, saying his comments were a "complete misunderstanding".

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