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‘Red line’: Global NGOs working in Gaza defy Israel’s threats after MSF ban
Eight more charities say they will not hand Israel details about their Palestinian staff, fearing for their safety.
China carries out further executions of Myanmar scam centre suspects
Executions are part of broader crackdown by Beijing on scam centres across Southeast Asia built on an industrial scale.
In Gaza, my sister and nieces were my life. Israel killed them
Samia Alatrash recalls life before the war with her sister Samar and her two girls, and the night she lost her family.
Japan deep-sea hunt finds rare earths as it seeks to cut reliance on China
Tokyo proclaims Pacific Ocean mission world’s first attempt to tap rare earths at such a depth.
What we know about the limited reopening of the Rafah crossing
Israel is reopening the Rafah Crossing after almost two years, but only 150-200 people will be allowed to pass through.
In Zimbabwe, millions choose funeral insurance over pricey medical cover
More Zimbabweans are preparing for death than survival as funeral policies are more popular than health insurance.
Cuba denies security threat accusations as US raises pressure
Havana says it is ready for 'constructive engagement' with Washington as White House moves to choke off oil supplies.
Right wing candidate Fernandez declares victory in Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s right wing ruling party candidate Laura Fernandez has declared victory in the presidential election.
Music stars target ICE crackdown at Grammy’s ceremony
'ICE out', says Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny, whose upcoming Super Bowl appearance is set to be patrolled by ICE agents.
Grammy winners 2026: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar and ICE criticism
Here’s a look at the top winners of the night at the Grammy Awards.