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US journalist's spy trial due to start in Russia
If convicted of spying, Evan Gershkovich could face up to 20 years in prison.
Julian Assange, free after pleading guilty, set to return to Australia
Assange, who had spent five years in a British prison, pleaded guilty to one count under the Espionage Act and was sentenced to time served.
VW to invest up to $5bn in Tesla rival Rivian
Shares in the US-based electric truck and SUV maker jumped by almost 50% after the announcement.
Brave, inspiring, crazy - the joy of managing Fela Kuti
Rikki Stein says that working with the Afrobeat legend was unpredictable but highly rewarding.
Macron's election gamble puts French democracy on the table
Some fear the snap elections could lead to violence on the streets, and endanger French democracy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts still in space?
What has delayed their return and what does it mean for the mission?
Tackling US gun violence as a public health crisis. Will it help?
The first-of-its-kind report aims to change the discussion around guns in the US and remove divisive politics in hopes of curbing deaths.
Watch: Julian Assange arrives at US court in Saipan
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has arrived in Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands, a US territory, to attend court.
Australian rugby star Hayne will not face new rape trial
Prosecutors have dropped rape charges against Jarryd Hayne having "carefully considered" the public interest.
'High risk' of famine in Gaza persists, new UN-backed report says
But experts say evidence does not indicate a famine is occurring in the north after an aid increase.
Julian Assange pleads guilty to espionage charge, ending years of legal deadlock
The WikiLeaks founder was sentenced to time served and left a U.S. court in the Northern Mariana Islands a free man, en route for his native Australia.
How the deal to free Julian Assange was agreed
Australian pressure, British legal process and a US realisation it needed a deal led to Wikileaks founder's release.
Protests flare in Nairobi over new tax laws
At least five people have been killed, according to the Kenya Medical Association.
U.N.-approved, Kenya-led security force finally arrives in Haiti
The United States has recruited countries and led funding and logistics for the mission, but President Biden says he won’t send U.S. forces.
New York judge partially lifts Trump gag order in hush-money case
Trump is allowed to make comments about witnesses in the case, but still can't speak about court staff.
Russia blocks dozens of independent media outlets
Access to 81 outlets will be blocked by Russia in retaliation for a decision taken by the EU last month.
U.S. and Philippines seek to de-escalate after sea skirmish with China
Chinese coast guard vessels have become more aggressive in blocking access to the contested Second Thomas Shoal.
Kenyan president faces tough choices after day of bloodshed
Protests over the Kenyan president's new finance bill turned deadly after demonstrators stormed parliament.
Live BBC report interrupted by man with gun in Nairobi
Kenya: Live BBC report interrupted by gunman
Abe Lincoln wax sculpture melts in brutal DC heat
The head from the statue is now under repair, leaving a wire sticking out of the 16th president's neck.
Louisiana families sue over Ten Commandments law
Group including rabbis and pastors argue Ten Commandments law is a violation of the US constitution.
Gunshots heard as protesters rush Kenya parliament compound
Gunshots can be heard as protesters opposing new tax laws breach the parliament compound.
War crimes arrest warrants issued for top Russian officials
Sergei Shoigu and Valery Gerasimov are wanted for their role in attacks on civilians targets.
5 killed as Kenyan police crack down on tax protests; Parliament set afire
Amnesty Kenya said 31 people were injured, including 13 hit by live bullets. The five people killed had been treating the injured, the group said.