Labour looking into Abbott backing racism comments that prompted one-year suspension
Labour looking into Abbott’s comments about racism 47 minutes agoBrian WheelerPolitical reporter PA Media The Labour Party has said it is taking “incredibly seriously” an interview by Diane Abbott in…
Syrian forces withdraw from Suwayda as mediation restores calm
In Pictures Gallery Syrian forces withdraw from Suwayda as mediation restores calm Local Druze leaders to oversee city’s security after Syrian forces depart following intense mediation. Syrian security forces had…
Babies born in UK using DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease
Babies born in UK using DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease The IVF technique uses DNA from the mother’s egg, the father’s sperm, and a small amount from…
UK jobs market weakens as unemployment rate rises
UK jobs market weakens as unemployment rate rises 24 minutes agoMitchell LabiakBusiness reporter, BBC News Getty Images The UK jobs market has weakened as wage growth slows and the unemployment…
Syria leader vows to protect Druze after sectarian violence prompts Israeli strikes
Syria leader vows to protect Druze after sectarian violence prompts Israeli strikes 28 minutes agoDavid GrittenBBC NewsReporting fromJerusalem ReutersThe Syrian president says government forces had expelled “outlawed groups” in Suweida…
Contrary to India’s fears, Bangladesh is not joining a China-Pakistan axis
Opinions Contrary to India’s fears, Bangladesh is not joining a China-Pakistan axis Dhaka is treading carefully amid shifting alliances in South Asia and has no plans to entangle itself in…
Can South Africa keep its G20 debt promise?
Counting the Cost Can South Africa keep its G20 debt promise? South Africa promised debt solutions for low income nations during its G20 presidency. Has it kept its word? Debt…
Aftermath of deadly Israeli air attacks in Damascus
In Pictures Aftermath of deadly Israeli air attacks in Damascus The military compound was struck twice, causing structural damage with smoke visible across the city. The Syrian Defence Ministry building…
How were identities of thousands of Afghan refugees leaked by UK military?
EXPLAINER How were identities of thousands of Afghan refugees leaked by UK military? A superinjunction kept the data breach secret amid fears it could lead to a Taliban ‘hit list’.…
Togo votes in local elections amid outburst of public anger: What to know
EXPLAINER Togo votes in local elections amid outburst of public anger: What to know The Gnassingbe family has collectively ruled the small West African country since 1967, and many Togolese…