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Taliban announces release of two US citizens in prisoner swap deal
Taliban government in Afghanistan says US nationals released in exchange for Afghan serving life sentence in California.
South African humanitarian in pro-Israeli crosshairs over Palestine support
Imtiaz Sooliman, driving force behind prominent African aid agency Gift of the Givers, says his work is not political.
Trump critics say inauguration optics show oligarchy in action
In a break with tradition, Silicon Valley CEOs feature prominently at presidential inauguration.
Gauff stunned by Badosa in Australian Open quarters; Zverev beats Paul
Paula Badosa, who almost quit tennis in 2024, has reached her first Grand Slam semifinal with a straight-sets win.
Trump grants clemency to all charged over January 6 US Capitol attack
US president sweeps away years-long effort to punish those responsible for trying to overturn the 2020 election.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,062
Here are the key developments on the 1,062nd day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Musk accused of giving Nazi salute during Trump inauguration celebrations
Anti-Defamation League defends tech billionaire for making 'awkward gesture in a moment of enthusiasm'.
Palestinians find dozens of bodies under rubble in Gaza
An estimated 10,000 bodies are believed to be buried under the debris covering Gaza after the devastating 15-month war.
Trump’s new meme coin and crypto token soar on his first day in office
Trump's promise to usher in a 'golden age' for crypto is a sharp contrast from his predecessor.
Supporters swarm US capital as Donald Trump sworn in for second term
Trump assumes office at an indoor inauguration ceremony, while supporters gather at the Capital One Arena to celebrate.

