Film director David Lynch dies at 78, family says
The Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker is famous for the film Mulholland Drive and the TV series Twin Peaks.
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Rocket launch challenges Elon Musk's space dominance
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's space company blasts its first rocket into orbit in a challenge to Elon Musk.
Ghanaian music legend who founded Afro-rock band Osibisa dies
Osibisa was one of the first African bands to gain international recognition, in the 1970s.
'Mammoth task' to identify South Africa mine victims, police say
At least 78 bodies and more than 240 survivors have been pulled out of a mine since Monday.
Biden warns of dangers of oligarchy taking shape in US
The outgoing president used his final televised speech from the Oval Office to issue a series of warnings.
Ugandan general returns to X to 'shake up the world'
The president's son is known for his controversial tweets - and he hasn't changed after a week off.
US sanctions Sudan army chief Burhan over civilian deaths
The army under Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is accused of committing lethal attacks on civilians.
Trump will 'put measures in place' to stop TikTok ban, top adviser says
Incoming National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the law allows a 90-day grace period for the app's Chinese owner.
Ceasefire kindles hope of hostage son's return to Nepal
Bipin Joshi, 23, was one of dozens of foreign workers taken hostage by Hamas on 7 October 2023.
Strong winds weaken in LA, giving respite to weary firefighters
The two largest fires are still burning after more than a week - but gusts that fanned the flames have eased.
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan out of danger after being stabbed
Khan was stabbed by an intruder at his home in the Indian city of Mumbai early on Thursday.
Up to Greenland to decide its future, Danish PM tells Trump
In her call with Trump, Mette Frederiksen also reiterated the Greenland PM's comments that it was "not for sale"
Two women killed in knife attack at Slovak school
The suspect is an 18-year-old student, who went on the run but was apprehended by police shortly after.
BP to cut 4,700 jobs to reduce costs
The job losses at the oil giant will affect more than 5% of its global workforce.
Cuba frees first jailed anti-government protesters after US deal
There is joy among families of those freed, but also concern that the deal may not last for long.
US firm that accused Adani Group of fraud shuts down
Nate Anderson, the founder of Hindenburg Research, has announced his decision to disband the company.
Rocket launch challenges Elon Musk's space dominance
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's space company blasts its first rocket into orbit in a challenge to Elon Musk.
Dozens killed as Israeli strikes continue ahead of Gaza ceasefire
More than 60 people have reportedly been killed ahead of the deal coming into force.
Tanzania denies suspected Marburg outbreak after WHO alert
Samples analysed in all suspected cases are negative for Marburg virus, Tanzania's health minister says.
Lift-off for Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
The mission was partially successful after the booster that propelled the rocket into space failed to land on a platform in the ocean.
