Kenyan court dismisses Rastafarians’ bid to legalise cannabis
The court acknowledged the need for a broader national debate on cannabis policy in Kenya.
China economic growth falls sharply, missing target
Weak demand domestically and the impact of the Iran war on oil prices overshadowed the country’s strong exports.
China detains US scientist who studied North Korea nuclear tests
Chen Youlin’s family says he has been wrongfully detained for nearly two years on spying charges.
Seven Britons among those killed in Spain wildfires
Twelve of the 13 victims were foreign nationals, Spanish authorities said on Tuesday.
Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is struggling to end Iran war
The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months.
US Congress takes next step to make daylight saving time permanent
The House of Representatives passed a Trump-backed bill that would end decades of Americans having to reset their clocks twice a year.
How a former ‘street kid’ is key to South Africa’s police corruption inquiry
Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala, due to appear at the Madlanga Commission, grew up hustling to make a living.
From Wimbledon towels to Scotch: What India-UK trade deal could mean for shoppers
The free trade agreement between the world’s fifth and sixth largest economies has come into effect – can it deliver?
Watch: The clash between US and Iran for control of the Strait of Hormuz
The BBC’s Barbara Plett Usher examines the latest tensions over the key international shipping channel.
Wife describes moment husband nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane
A man was nearly sucked head-first out of a cabin window mid-air on a Ryanair plane.
