Hegseth, who is also a former soldier without political experience, will lead the world’s most powerful military.
‘Taking revenge on society’: Deadly car attack sparks questions in China
Many online are raising questions about a recent spate of public violence, as officials continue to censor discussion.
Why is Elon Musk becoming Donald Trump’s efficiency tsar?
The tech billionaire joins the incoming administration to “dismantle government bureaucracy” – but what’s in it for both of them?
French headteacher describes spiral of events that led to teacher’s beheading
Audrey F tells a court how a 13-year-old student’s lie to her parents led to Samuel Paty’s murder.
French headteacher describes spiral of events that led to teacher’s beheading
Audrey F tells a court how a 13-year-old student’s lie to her parents led to Samuel Paty’s murder.
Israeli construction along buffer zone with Syria violates ceasefire, UN says
New trenches and berms are being constructed along the frontier in the occupied Golan Heights.
Málaga evacuates thousands as Spain issues more flood alerts
Spain’s Civil Protection Agency sent a mass alert to phones warning of an “extreme risk of rainfall”.
Bulldozers cannot be used as punishment tool: India court
The Supreme Court has condemned extrajudicial demolitions and laid down guidelines to prevent them.
Unconventional Trump brings openings and perils for Africa
Analyst Alex de Waal looks at how the US president-elect could deal with conflicts on the continent.
US says Israel hasn’t breached its law against blocking aid in Gaza
Officials say Israel has taken some steps to meet a US demand for more supplies to enter Gaza, but UN bodies say conditions have actually worsened.
