India tells smartphone makers to put state-run cyber safety app on new devices
India wants all smartphone makers to pre-install new devices with a state-owned cyber security app.
Death toll in Indonesia floods passes 600
Another 500 people are missing, while thousands more have been injured after a cyclone hit the region.
Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China
Chinese companies provide jobs and much needed revenue in Zambia, where the disaster took place.
Hong Kong leader orders investigation into deadly fire that killed 151
The fire is the deadliest the city has seen in more than 70 years.
Putin and Trump’s envoy set for key Ukraine talks in Moscow
Steve Witkoff will hold talks at the Kremlin, after the White House said it was “optimistic” about a breakthrough.
Italian town freezes Pavarotti statue knee-deep in Christmas ice rink, angering widow
The opera legend’s widow said the town had made an “absurd decision” after it also encouraged skaters to high five the statue.
US Navy commander ordered second Venezuela boat strike, White House says
The White House confirmed the second strikes on 2 September, but denied reports that Defence Secretary Hegseth said “kill everybody” on board the vessel.
Watch: Melania Trump reveals White House Christmas decorations
This year’s theme is “Home Is Where the Heart Is” and features Lego portraits of Donald Trump and George Washington, and 3D-printed ornaments.
Drug lord El Chapo’s son pleads guilty in US drug trafficking case
Joaquín Guzmán López’s guilty plea comes after US prosecutors pledged last May to not pursue the death penalty against him.
Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence
A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week.
