
Going undercover to reveal people smugglers' sales tactics
They say their routes from Pakistan are “safe”, with one claiming “hundreds” are transported daily.
1970-01-01 08:00

David Hunter: Appeal against Cyprus manslaughter verdict begins
David Hunter was convicted of the manslaughter of his ill wife but could be tried again for murder.
1970-01-01 08:00

Li Shangfu: Chinese defence minister sacked
The defence minister has been officially removed after not being seen in public since August.
1970-01-01 08:00

China has sharply expanded nuclear arsenal, US says
Beijing now possesses some 500 operational nuclear warheads, a new Pentagon report says.
1970-01-01 08:00

Do China's recent military purges spell trouble for Xi Jinping?
Military officials are disappearing - is this a sign of instability or Xi Jinping's strength?
1970-01-01 08:00

Quobna Cugoano: London church honours Ghanaian-born freed slave and abolitionist
Quobna Cugoano was captured by slavers aged 13 but later played a big part in the UK abolition movement.
1970-01-01 08:00

UK, France and Germany to keep nuclear sanctions on Iran
The three nations say Iran is in breach of the 2015 nuclear deal by producing enriched uranium.
1970-01-01 08:00

Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi denied 'urgent care', says son
Sources say severe toothaches have left the 78-year-old, detained since 2021, unable to eat.
1970-01-01 08:00

Is India exporting food inflation to the world?
India is keeping domestic food prices in check with export bans - but what does this mean for the world?
1970-01-01 08:00

Brics summit: How China's and Russia's clout is growing in Africa
China's and Russia's clout is increasing in Africa, as resentment builds towards Western nations.
1970-01-01 08:00

Ukraine war: Russia says drone injures five at Kursk railway station
Kyiv is accused of attacking the transport hub in Kursk - and also the Rostov and Moscow regions.
1970-01-01 08:00

Storm Betty: Disruption due to flooding and fallen trees
Police have advised drivers to take extra care when driving as high winds and rain can cause difficulties
1970-01-01 08:00