Houthi attacks reportedly kill at least 30 Yemeni government forces
The Houthis say they launched missiles and drones at “Saudi military build-ups” in the central provinces of Marib and Hadramawt.
EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.
Israel strikes south Lebanon after two soldiers killed by explosion
Lebanese authorities says one person was killed in the strikes, which came after the first Israeli military fatalities in Lebanon in more than a month.
Employees make plans for a windfall as SpaceX shares are unlocked
SpaceX’s shares are unlocked Thursday, and some early employees could see a massive windfall. The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains.
US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing
The committee will now refer him for possible prosecution for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia – but the other five changed their minds and returned to Iran.
Air India’s new CEO faces financial and safety turbulence
The aftermath of last’s year deadly crash and mounting financial losses will be Gebremariam’s main challenges.
Afghan boxer accused of killing Scottish aid worker back in court
Sharif Ahmadzai, who is 26 and from Afghanistan, faces charges of homicide with intent, robbery and weapons offences.
Outrage as Ugandan football captain beaten to death in street gang attack
The 27-year-old was killed by suspected robbers after resisting an attempt to rob him, police say.
Outrage as Ugandan football captain murdered in street gang attack
The 27-year-old was beaten to death by suspected robbers after resisting an attempt to steal his belongings, police say.


