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How does Trump’s age at inauguration compare to other presidents?
At 78 years and 7 months, Donald Trump will become the oldest president in US history on inauguration day.
Aerial photos show scale of Israeli destruction in Gaza
Many are returning to their homes, but more than a year of Israeli bombardment has left most houses in ruins.
90 Palestinian prisoners freed under Gaza ceasefire deal
There were scenes of celebration in the occupied West Bank as Israel freed 90 Palestinian prisoners.
China executes two men for committing deadly ‘revenge on society crimes’
Fan Weiqu had rammed his car into a crowd, killing 35, while Xu Jiajin, 21, killed eight people in a stabbing attack.
Oxfam says billionaires’ wealth soared in 2024, with 4 ‘minted’ every week
Group's report comes as the world's political and financial elite prepare for an annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland.
Australian TV host apologises to Djokovic over ‘offensive, racist’ jibe
Djokovic refused an on-court interview following the 'insulting and offensive' comments towards him and Serbian fans.
How do Donald Trump’s executive orders compare to all other US presidents?
Recent presidents of the United States have issued fewer executive orders.
Trump promises end of ‘four years of American decline’ at MAGA rally
Trump promises crackdown on US-Mexico border, more oil drilling, reining in workforce and removing diversity programmes.
Video: US President-elect Trump hails Gaza ceasefire deal
Ahead of his second inauguration US President-elect Donald Trump spoke of achieving peace in the Middle East.
Palestinians hoping to return to Gaza’s Rafah find city in ruins
As an Israel-Hamas ceasefire begins, rubble is all that's left in large swaths of southern Gaza's Rafah.