Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza – reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.
Fourth tourist dies in suspected alcohol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect the tourists consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s – but the proposal is divisive.
Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.
Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for the next attorney general is at the centre of a number of allegations, which he denies.
The model, British tech and Russia’s war machine
£1.6m of British kit shipped to companies tied to Russian military despite sanctions, customs documents claim.
US charges Indian billionaire with fraud
The allegations of bribery and fraud are the latest blow for the tycoon, one of India’s richest people.
US blocks Security Council’s Gaza ceasefire resolution
Fourteen of the 15 members voted in favour, but Washington said the text would send “dangerous message” to Hamas.
Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump’s return
Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.