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Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return
Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency. -
Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza - reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City. -
Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times. -
Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024. -
Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol. -
Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive. -
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a "unique artistic experience". -
US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud
The Adani Group has denied the allegations of bribery and fraud, calling them "baseless". -
Texas offers Trump land for migrant 'deportation facilities'
The president-elect has repeatedly pledged to deport millions of undocumented migrants once in office. -
Uncertainty after Australia foreign students bill hits opposition
Universities had already begun making changes, as the controversial bill was expected to easily pass. -
Putin gifts lion and brown bears to North Korea zoo
The two countries have grown very close recently, with N Korea supporting Putin's war in Ukraine. -
House speaker backs transgender bathroom restrictions on Capitol Hill
It comes after a Republican congresswoman proposed a ban aimed at the first-ever openly transgender lawmaker. -
Fallen trees cause widespread damage after bomb cyclone
Two people died in the storm that hit the West coast of the US and Canada overnight. -
Man who drugged wife in French mass rape case told: You'll die alone
Tensions burst into the open in court when Dominique Pelicot is accused by his daughter of lying. -
US vetoes Security Council's Gaza ceasefire resolution
Fourteen of the 15 members voted in favour, but Washington said the text would send "dangerous message" to Hamas. -
Rust premieres at low-key film festival three years after shooting
The movie’s star Alec Baldwin was not invited and did not attend the screening. -
Israeli strikes on Syria's Palmyra kill 36, state media say
A UK-based monitor says the strikes hit a weapons depot other locations linked to Iran-backed fighters. -
False alarm over DR Congo hero's golden tooth
The mausoleum of Patrice Lumumba, DR Congo's independence hero, was vandalised sparking alarm over his tooth. -
Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked
Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. -
Prosecutors back delaying Trump sentence until he leaves White House
New York prosecutors have vowed to oppose President-elect Donald Trump’s effort to overturn his criminal conviction, however. -
Trump picks former WWE CEO and TV's Dr Oz for top roles
Linda McMahon is the US president-elect's choice for education secretary, and Mehmet Oz is lined up for a healthcare job. -
Trump cabinet nominees battle misconduct claims and controversy
The president-elect's picks for defence secretary, attorney general and health secretary are under heavy scrutiny. -
United by loyalty, Trump's new team have competing agendas
This week has revealed much about Trump's ambition but also hinted at tests and headaches that may lie ahead. -
Trump picking Gaetz to head justice sends shockwaves - and a strong message
Picking the outspoken congressman for attorney general is Trump laying down a challenge, writes Anthony Zurcher. -
Trump meets Argentina's Milei ahead of conservative summit
Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November. -
Who is Trump intelligence pick Tulsi Gabbard?
The former Democratic congresswoman has emerged as one of Trump's most loyal backers. -
Trump's pick of Huckabee and Witkoff a clue to Middle East policy
The former Arkansas governor and the New York real estate investor are staunch supporters of Israel. -
Five takeaways from Trump’s first week as president-elect
He has made his early priorities clear - and stunned some in Washington and around the world while doing so. -
Trump has full control of government - but he won't always get his way
Gary O'Donoghue looks at Trump's "trifecta" of power, and how far it will help him keep his promises. -
Recess appointments eyed to speed up confirmation of Trump cabinet picks
Nominees can face a lengthy Senate vetting process before taking office, though Trump may try to upend that exercise in some cases.