Former Microsoft engineer fired over protest on Israel AI ties
Vaniya Agrawal, a former Microsoft engineer, speaks out about being fired over her pro-Palestinian protest.
Is European pressure on Israel likely to make a difference?
Inside Story Is European pressure on Israel likely to make a difference? The UK pauses trade talks as the EU threatens to review ties with Israel. Israel is facing condemnation…
Israeli top court rules Shin Bet chief Ban’s firing by Netanyahu ‘unlawful’
Israeli top court rules Shin Bet chief Ban’s firing by Netanyahu ‘unlawful’ Supreme Court finds no factual basis for Ronen Bar’s dismissal, highlighting irregularities and lack of formal hearing. Israel’s…
South Sudan on edge as Sudan’s war threatens vital oil industry
South Sudan on edge as Sudan’s war threatens vital oil industry Sudan’s army says it may be forced to shut down facilities used to export oil from South Sudan as…
National parking platform seeks to end ‘hassle’ of multiple parking apps
National parking platform seeks to end ‘hassle’ of multiple parking apps 48 minutes agoImran Rahman-JonesTechnology reporter Getty Images The government has announced a “one app fits all” approach to paying…
‘Shrinking Nemo’: Smaller clownfish sound alarm on ocean heat
‘Shrinking Nemo’: Smaller clownfish sound alarm on ocean heat 43 minutes agoHelen BriggsBBC environment correspondent•@hbriggs Getty ImagesClownfish are one of the most recognisable reef fish, known for their orange and…
Is the government meeting its pledges on illegal immigration and asylum?
Is the government meeting its pledges on illegal immigration and asylum? 40 minutes agoRob England and Tom EdgingtonBBC Verify Getty Images The prime minister has made tackling illegal immigration and…
US accepts gifted Qatari plane to join Air Force One fleet
The White House insists that the gift is legal, but some of Trump’s biggest backers have criticised the deal.
Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute
Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute A fifth round of nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran will take place in Rome on Friday, Oman says. Iranian…
Classifying Taliban as ‘foreign terrorist organization’ under review: US
Classifying Taliban as ‘foreign terrorist organization’ under review: US A ‘comprehensive review’ of the US’s chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 has also been ordered. US Secretary of…