DeSantis wins as judge dismisses Disney's lawsuit against him

Disney had claimed the governor orchestrated a campaign of "government retaliation".

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eBay to pay $59m over illegal pill press sales

The government accused eBay of making it too easy to buy equipment for producing counterfeit pills.

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Woman arrested with 130 poisonous frogs in her luggage

The Brazilian woman was arrested at the international airport in the Colombian capital, Bogotá.

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Britishvolt buyer David Collard charged with assault in New York

David Collard was arrested after an alleged altercation on Madison Avenue in November.

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Haji Malang: The Sufi shrine caught up in a religious row in Mumbai

Both Hindus and Muslims visit the Haji Malang shrine in Mumbai - but a controversy has shaken some devotees.

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X blocks searches for Taylor Swift after explicit AI images of her go viral

Twitter says the move is to prioritise safety, after fake explicit images of the singer went viral.

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Military-led West African states leave regional bloc

The three junta-led countries were suspended from the bloc amid calls to return to democratic rule.

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Xavi: Barcelona manager to leave at end of season

Barcelona manager Xavi says he will step down at the end of the season.

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Burkina Faso thanks Russia for 'priceless gift' of wheat

It is the latest overture from an isolated European power seeking to deepen ties with West Africa.

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Japan bomber may have been found after 50 years

Police are carrying out DNA tests after a man claims to be the suspect of a bombing in Tokyo in the 1970s.

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Taylor Swift deepfakes spark calls in Congress for new legislation

Explicit images of the popstar were spread millions of times on social media before being removed.

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ICJ orders Israel to take all measures to prevent genocidal acts

The UN's top court's ruling stopped short of ordering Israel to immediately halt its operations in Gaza.

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'Putin has made mistakes' - Kremlin challenger

Boris Nadezhdin says he has more than 100,000 signatures to register for Russia's presidential election.

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He blew up an airliner, and insulted Putin. Which one put him in jail?

Igor Girkin escaped justice for downing flight MH17 but goes to jail after criticising Russia's leader.

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Boeing boss faces Washington grilling after blow-out

A whistleblower calls Boeing manufacturing a "rambling, shambling, disaster waiting to happen".

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Plane carrying Rio Tinto workers to diamond mine crashes in Canada

Officials say the aircraft was carrying workers to a Rio Tinto diamond mine in the Northwest Territories.

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Aliko Dangote keeps billionaire crown despite Nigeria's struggling economy

Aliko Dangote is Africa's richest man for the 13th year in a row, according to Forbes.

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MrBeast reveals he made $250,000 from X video

The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site.

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Israeli father fears hostage daughter was sexually abused

Eli Albag says his daughter Liri may still be in captivity in Gaza because Hamas did "something wrong" to her.

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Joseph Boakai: Liberia's new president fails to end inauguration speech

Joseph Boakai, 79, is helped from the podium as the ceremony in the capital Monrovia is cut short.

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Dying thief stole Wizard of Oz ruby slippers as 'one last score'

Terry Martin was convinced by an ex-mob associate to steal the shoes as "one last score".

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Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

The Florida governor dropped out of the 2024 presidential race whilst endorsing Donald Trump.

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Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

Republican Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign for US president, saying there is no "clear path to victory"

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New Hampshire primary: Attacks fly as Donald Trump grows lead

Haley has avoided attacking Trump in past, but she has gone on the offensive ahead of the primary.

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US personnel injured in missile attack on Al Asad airbase in Iraq

Missiles and rockets were fired at the airbase by an Iranian-backed militia, the US military says.

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Ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch 'vehemently denies' sex trafficking allegations

Mike Jeffries claims the allegations fall outside statute of limitations, and are "meritless".

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Russia: Cat thrown off train into snow found dead

Russia's state rail company apologises after its conductor dumped the feline in freezing temperatures.

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Timket: Ethiopians leap into pool during holy festival

The Ethiopian Orthodox Christian celebration took place despite violent outbursts in Amhara region.

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Japan lands on Moon but glitch threatens mission

It becomes only the fifth country to soft-land on the Moon but power supply problems may hinder its mission.

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Théo Luhaka: French police officers given suspended sentences for brutal assault

Théo Luhaka suffered severe injuries from a police baton in a case which triggered days of protests.

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Eisenkot: Key Israeli war leader challenges Netanyahu over Gaza strategy

Gadi Eisenkot condemns the prime minister, who insists Israel's offensive will go on until "complete victory".

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South Korea: Police chief charged over Seoul Halloween crush

Kim Kwang-ho faces negligence charges in relation to the tragedy which left 159 people dead.

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Pope Francis says sexual pleasure is 'a gift from God'

Pope Francis's sermon on lust followed criticism of an old book on sexuality by his head of doctrine.

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Pakistan launches retaliatory strikes into Iran, killing nine people

Nine people are reported to have been killed in the strikes, which come after Iran hit targets in Pakistan.

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Second Israeli footballer disciplined in Turkey

Istanbul Basaksehir fine and loan out Israel's Eden Karzev following his social media post in support of his compatriots being held hostage in Gaza.

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Blinken grounded in Davos as plane has 'critical failure'

The US secretary of state was due to return from the World Economic Forum in Davos when the issue occurred.

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Rita Waeni: Mozambican held over murder that shocked Kenya

The shocking killing of student Rita Waeni, 20, has ignited an anti-femicide campaign in Kenya.

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Two British brothers banned from Switzerland for museum heist

The Metropolitan Police issue mugshots of the Ahearne brothers following their sentencing.

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Brits living abroad for more than 15 years get general election vote

The rule change will see around two million more people eligible to register for a vote.

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Cloned rhesus monkey created to speed medical research

Researchers say it will speed up drug testing but animal rights campaigners have grave concerns.

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Turkey fines Somali president's son after courier's death in crash

Critics question whether the $900 fine following a fatal traffic incident meant justice had been done.

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Iran sentences Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to additional prison term

Narges Mohammadi is serving multiple sentences and has been in jail almost continuously since 2010.

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Kenyan Airbnb murder: How femicide exposed toxic online misogyny

A young woman was dismembered and stuffed in a plastic bag - the internet blames her.

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Italian culture minister probed over stolen painting

Vittorio Sgarbi is accused of possessing and exhibiting a 17th Century painting.

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Myanmar rebel group claims control of India border town

The Arakan Army says it has taken control of Paletwa, in Chin State, a key trading post with India.

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Rare white penguin filmed in Chilean Antarctica

A penguin with leucism from the Gentoo species has been filmed in the icy climate in early January.

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Hezbollah missile attack kills Israeli woman and son

A woman in her seventies and her son have been killed by an anti-tank missile attack on northern Israel.

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Frederik X kisses wife as he becomes King of Denmark

The new monarch blinks back tears as he greets the cheering crowds outside Christiansborg Castle.

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Iran frees Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi, jailed for covering Mahsa Amini death

Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi spent more than a year in prison on charges of colluding the US.

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Israel strikes southern Gaza city swollen with displaced people

Ten people in a Rafah house sheltering displaced people were killed, the Hamas-run health ministry says.

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Huge fire rips through warehouse in Russia

Hundreds of firefighters battled to put out the blaze at the Wildberries warehouse in St Petersburg.

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Cockpit window crack forces ANA Boeing flight in Japan to turn back

The domestic flight in Japan landed safely after the crack appeared, the airline says.

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Colombia landslide kills 23 including many sheltering in house

Some 23 people are killed and the local mayor says more are still trapped by debris.

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South Africa's genocide case against Israel: Both sides play heavy on emotion in ICJ hearing

After two days of legal argument, judges must now rule on whether Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.

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Medicine to be delivered to Gaza hostages under new agreement, says Israeli PM

Qatar has helped agree a deal between Israel and Hamas after families of hostages raised concerns.

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Matteo Salvini: Italian deputy PM takes stand in migrant kidnap trial

Matteo Salvini said he acted 'in the national interest' by banning a rescue ship from docking in Italy.

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Amazon rainforest: Deforestation rate halved in 2023

Preliminary data shows more than 5,000 sq km were cleared, still over six times the size of New York City.

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Huge ancient city found in the Amazon

The city was built 2,500 years ago but may have been abandoned after a volcanic eruption.

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'This is my home’ – a 13-year-old vlogger's life in Gaza

Nadine Abdul Latif moved home three times since the war began, and an Israeli air strike killed her brother.

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Legendary coach Belichick to leave NFL's Patriots

Legendary head coach Bill Belichick confirms he will leave the New England Patriots, ending his 24-season reign.

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Alexei Navalny jokes in first appearance from new prison

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny made his first public appearance in a video call since being moved to an Arctic prison.

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Sag Awards: Oppenheimer leads nominations as Leonardo DiCaprio snubbed

Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr. and Emily Blunt are all recognised for their roles in Oppenheimer.

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Trump hearing: Judges sceptical as ex-president presents immunity defence

The justice department called the ex-president's claim of total immunity from prosecution "frightening".

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Global economy set for weakest growth since pandemic, warns World Bank

Concerns over interest rates and Middle East mean the World Bank expects growth of just 2.4% in 2024.

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Italian fascist salute images spark political uproar

The crowd was taking part in an annual event marking the killing of far-right activists in the 1970s.

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Andrew Tate wins legal challenge over seized assets

The influencer and his brother are attempting to reclaim items including luxury cars.

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Betta Edu: Nigerian poverty minister suspended over money in personal bank account

President Tinubu orders a "thorough investigation" and stresses the need to restore public confidence.

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Palestinians must be able to stay in Gaza - Blinken

The US secretary of state criticises Israeli ministers calling for the resettlement of Gazans.

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Bangladesh election: PM Sheikh Hasina wins fourth term in controversial vote

Ms Hasina secures her fourth straight term after the main opposition boycotts the election.

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Boeing 737 Max 9: Jets to stay grounded as inspections continue

The US aviation regulator says 171 Boeing planes will remain grounded until it is satisfied they are safe.

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EU Council President Charles Michel to step down early

Charles Michel's decision to step down means EU leaders will need to find a replacement quickly.

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Japan earthquake: Woman in 90s found alive under rubble five days later

More than 120 people have been confirmed dead since the 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck on Monday.

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Russian missiles kill 11, including five children, Ukrainian official says

Five children are among the dead in the eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk, a local official said.

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Israel-Gaza war: The huge challenges facing Israel's 'day after' plan

Paul Adams examines the Gaza proposal - which is little more than a series of bullet points.

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Drone footage shows aftermath of Indonesia train crash

Multiple people were killed and dozens injured after two trains collided in a rice field in Indonesia.

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Israeli ex-hostage returns to site of Nova festival massacre and kidnappings

Survivors and relatives of those killed or kidnapped pay emotional visits to the festival site for a memorial event.

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Dog enjoys priciest meal of his life - $4,000 cash

Typically a well behaved dog, this seven-year-old chowed down on an envelope of his owners' money.

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IS claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings that killed 84

The Islamic State group says it carried out Wednesday's attack in southern Iran that killed 84 people.

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San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge gets suicide net after 87 years

Families who lost loved ones at the San Francisco bridge have called for a solution for decades.

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Francoise Bornet: Woman in Robert Doisneau’s Paris kiss photo dies aged 93

Francoise Bornet was part of a young couple who were seen embracing on the street in 1950.

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Brazil jails: Hundreds of inmates use Christmas release to escape

Officials are hunting more than 250 inmates who were granted temporary release for the holiday.

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Turkey detains 34 on suspicion of spying for Israel

Investigators allege the suspects were planning abductions on behalf of Israeli intelligence.

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Japan Airlines: Hundreds survive after plane bursts into flames on Tokyo runway

Five people die on a coastguard plane after a collision, but 379 are saved from on board the airliner.

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Israel to fight South Africa's Gaza genocide claim in court

South Africa accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, triggering Israeli outrage.

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Robert Pether: Australian jailed in Iraq reaches 1,000-day milestone

Robert Pether has been detained for 1,000 days, in what his family call a "hostage" situation.

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Ethiopia signs agreement with Somaliland paving way to sea access

The prime minister of the landlocked country has said that sea access was an existential question.

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Japan earthquake: Thousands in shelters overnight after tsunami warnings

Tsunami warnings were issued after 7.6-magnitude tremors in Japan's central region on Monday.

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Israel Supreme Court strikes down judicial reforms

Israel's Supreme Court strikes down controversial judicial reforms that triggered nationwide protests last year against PM Netanyahu's government

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