‘Like Eid’: Bangladeshis hail landmark election, many vote after 17 years
‘Like Eid’: Bangladeshis hail landmark election, many vote after 17 years Festive enthusiasm marks the day as millions turn out to vote for parliament and a referendum on constitutional reforms…
How Israel used discriminatory laws to strip Palestinians of citizenship
EXPLAINER How Israel used discriminatory laws to strip Palestinians of citizenship Critics say the Israeli government’s move to revoke the citizenship of two Palestinian citizens sets an ‘alarming precedent’. The…
Tom Homan announces end of ‘Operation Metro Surge’ in Minnesota
US border chief says Trump agrees to end deportation surge in Minnesota US border chief announces the conclusion of a federal operation with 700 immigration agents set to leave Minnesota.…
Italy stun Nepal for historic first T20 World Cup win
Italy stun Nepal for historic first T20 World Cup win Tournament debutants Italy claimed their first-ever World Cup victory with a shock upset against Nepal in Mumbai. Italy’s Anthony Mosca…
Russia bans WhatsApp, pushes state-backed alternative
Russia bans WhatsApp, pushes state-backed alternative Rights campaigners say restrictions on messaging apps are a transparent attempt to ramp up control and surveillance. Russian messenger app MAX is displayed on…
Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe’s anti-immigrant rhetoric sparks outrage
Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe’s anti-immigrant rhetoric sparks outrage Fan fury grows, with Man U supporters accusing tycoon of echoing ‘far-right narratives’ that have ‘real-world’ impact. Jim Ratcliffe pictured at Old…
Top Iran official accuses Israel of trying to sabotage US talks
Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani accuses Israel of sabotaging US nuclear talks to spark a destabilising regional war.
Counting begins as polls close in landmark Bangladesh election
Vote counting is under way in Bangladesh after polls closed, with officials reporting turnout just under 48%.
Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told
Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told Pakistan Supreme Court orders medical review after report reveals severe vision loss of jailed former premier. Former…
In Aleppo, art bridges Syria’s war divisions
In Aleppo, Syria, an artists’ collective is bringing Syrians from different religious and political backgrounds together