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Elon Musk brings conspiracy theorist Alex Jones back to X following poll
Musk says 'the people have spoken' after unscientific poll on X backs Jones's return.
Donald Trump cancels plans to testify at civil fraud trial in New York
Former US president says he has 'nothing more to say' after testifying in his defence last month.
WHO calls for immediate passage of humanitarian relief into Gaza
Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says he hopes resolution will be starting point for further UN action on crisis.
Turnout slumps to record low of 27.5% in Hong Kong ‘patriots-only’ poll
Voters avoid polls overhauled to limit number of directly elected seats and keep those deemed disloyal out of office.
Argentina’s Javier Milei tells nation to brace for painful economic shock
Newly inaugurated libertarian president warns there is 'no alternative to a shock adjustment'.
Australia inquiry raises hopes for six jailed over alleged 1981 bomb plot
Judicial inquiry is looking into potential miscarriage of justice amid 'doubts' over convictions of the 'Croatian Six'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 656
As the war enters its 656th day, these are the main developments.
Myanmar’s generals face new threat to grip on power as gas supplies dwindle
Min Aung Hlaing's administration is facing energy shortages as it struggles to quell opposition to its rule.
Attack on Red Cross convoy in Sudan kills at least two, injures seven
The ICRC says it is shocked and appalled by the attack, which it described as deliberate.
Palestinians call for global strike on Monday to demand immediate ceasefire
Trade union activists and international influencers join call for global strike on December 11 as Israel pummels Gaza.