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China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 03:10
It is also the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to "around 5%" in 2023.

Musk tells jury 'people read too much' into his posts

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 02:55
The billionaire is accused of misleading investors in the run-up to his 2022 Twitter purchase.

China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 02:40
It is also the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to "around 5%" in 2023.

US trade court orders tariff refunds in setback for Trump administration

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 00:13
A trade court has cleared the way for businesses to receive refunds for tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down last month.

Trade court orders tariff refunds in setback for Trump administration

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 00:13
A trade court has cleared the way for businesses to receive refunds for tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down last month.

The devastating conflict where both sides have reasons to keep fighting

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 00:05
A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling.

Dirty laundry and chocolate bars: How Venezuelan prisoners smuggled messages out of jail

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 00:04
Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held.

Watch: Moment wolf rescued from canal in northern Italy

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 23:01
Video released by the Italian fire brigade shows the wolf being rescued from under a bridge.

Millions of Cubans plunged into darkness as fuel crisis deepens

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 22:46
Fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US oil blockade since the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 20:57
Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.

Spain's Pedro Sánchez hits back at Trump threat to sever trade saying 'no to war'

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 20:42
Spain's prime minister delivers a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump's threat to end trade with his country.

'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 19:31
Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.

Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 18:14
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.

Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 18:14
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.

Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 18:10
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.

Watershed moment as Russia's sporting exile ends

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 17:57
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.

US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 17:01
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.

US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 16:56
Sri Lanka's navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast.

Regulator contacts Meta over workers watching intimate AI glasses videos

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 16:23
Videos, including of glasses-wearers using the toilet or having sex, are sometimes reviewed by a Kenya-based subcontractor.

Nigeria halts Christian pilgrimages to Holy Land over Middle East conflict

Wed, 03/04/2026 - 15:31
NCPC say the measure is necessary to prioritise the "safety and comfort" of Nigerian pilgrims.

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