Germany's conservatives celebrate, but far right enjoy record result
Friedrich Merz will try to form a coalition after his Christian Democrats won less than 30% of the vote.
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Three years on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the return of Donald Trump has changed everything
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Pope Francis remains 'critical' and has kidney problem, Vatican says
The pontiff "continues to be alert and well oriented" and has not had any further respiratory crises, the Vatican said.
Huge crowds gather for Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral
The coffin of the late Hezbollah leader was paraded through huge crowds of mourners.
Why a mega river-linking plan has sparked massive protests in India
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The Kenyans saying no to motherhood and yes to sterilisation
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Most USAID staff laid off or placed on leave by Trump administration
In addition to some 4,200 staff who are being placed on leave, at least 1,600 employees are being fired.
List weekly accomplishments or resign, Musk tells US federal workers
The weekend email comes as Elon Musk leads an effort to aggressively curtail the government workforce.
Big challenges loom for Germany's Merz in divided country
Germany is at a crossroads and now for Friedrich Merz the hard work begins, writes Berlin correspondent Jessica Parker.
Germany's conservatives celebrate, but far right enjoy record result
Friedrich Merz will try to form a coalition after his Christian Democrats won less than 30% of the vote.
Three years on, Ukraine's extinction nightmare has returned
Three years on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the return of Donald Trump has changed everything
Most USAID staff laid off or placed on leave by Trump administration
In addition to some 4,200 staff who are being placed on leave, at least 1,600 employees are being fired.
Musk email to US government workers sparks confusion across agencies
Some departments encouraged staff to respond, while others requested employees wait for further guidance.
Pope Francis remains 'critical' and has kidney problem, Vatican says
The pontiff "continues to be alert and well oriented" and has not had any further respiratory crises, the Vatican said.
Zelensky willing to give up presidency in exchange for Nato membership
In response to a question, the Ukrainian president said he would give up his position for peace.
Pope asks for prayers in message from hospital
The pontiff is receiving hospital treatment as the Vatican warns his condition is still critical.
Gaza ceasefire once again in doubt as first phase nears end
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indefinitely delayed the release of what would have been the biggest group of Palestinian prisoners so far
Huge crowds gather for Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral
The coffin of the late Hezbollah leader was paraded through huge crowds of mourners.
