Some politicians question the future of Syrian refugees, with migration the big issue in February elections.
More jobs and no ‘nuisance taxes’ – Ghanaians’ great expectations
John Mahama will struggle to fulfil his promises as the economy is in deep crisis, some analysts say.
Whale makes epic migration, astonishing scientists
A humpback whale makes one of the longest and most unusual migrations ever recorded, raising alarm.
Syria’s new transitional PM calls for stability and calm
Mohammed al-Bashir is tasked with governing until March by the Islamist-led rebels who ousted Bashar al-Assad.
Is the fastest-growing big economy losing steam?
India’s economy slumped to 5.4% , below the central bank’s RBI’s 7% forecast. What’s going on?
What is a ghost gun, the weapon allegedly used in New York CEO shooting?
Advocacy groups call the controversial weapon “the fastest growing gun safety problem in the US”.
US gives $20bn to Ukraine funded by seized Russian assets
The move means Russia is being forced to “bear the costs of its illegal war”, the US Treasury said.
US gives $20bn to Ukraine funded by seized Russian assets
The move means Russia is being forced to “bear the costs of its illegal war”, the US Treasury said.
I hope Assad pays the price, mother whose son’s death inflamed Syria’s revolution tells BBC
Hamza al-Khatib, 13, was arrested at a 2011 anti-government rally and tortured – but Assad’s downfall has not brought his family justice.
Israel confirms attack on Syrian naval fleet
The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria.
