India’s cheap weight-loss drugs could reshape global obesity fight
With India’s semaglutide patent expiring on 20 March, about 50 branded generics are expected to enter the market.
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Nigeria president begins first UK state visit in 37 years
King Charles and senior royals will provide a ceremonial welcome for Nigeria’s President Tinubu on his state visit.
Total repression and air strikes bring unrelenting dread for Iranians
Tehran residents tell the BBC they’re caught between US-Israeli bombing and an Iranian regime trying to reassert its power.
Blackpool, Ipswich, Milton Keynes among nine finalists for UK City of Culture 2029
The nine-strong longlist of cities will receive a £60,000 boost of funding to develop a full bid plan.
Ad for AI editing app which said it could ‘remove anything’ banned
The UK regulator said the ad condoned “digitally altering and exposing women’s bodies without their consent.”
Real Madrid defeat leaves Man City with season-defining run
Manchester City’s season stands on the brink following a demoralising Champions League exit at the hands of familiar foes Real Madrid.
Scotland’s assisted dying bill rejected after emotional debate
Scotland would have become the first part of the UK to legalise the process had MSPs backed the proposals.
Will Champions League be Guardiola’s Man City regret?
Pep Guardiola is one of the greatest managers of all time, but will his Champions League record be a cause for frustration?
Zelensky calls for Trump and Starmer to meet and find common ground
In an exclusive interview with the BBC after talks with Starmer, the Ukrainian president says the pair should meet to “re-load the relationship”.
Bodo/Glimt’s fairytale run comes to crashing halt
Bodo/Glimt’s dream run in this season’s Champions League may be over, but they bow out with their heads held high after making history.
AFCON 2025: Morocco declared champions [BREAKING NEWS]
Africa has new champions in Morocco after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) found Senegal to have violated the rules.
Morocco awarded Afcon title after CAF overturns result
Morocco declared the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after Confederation of African Football overturns the result of their final defeat to Senegal.
Morocco awarded Africa Cup of Nations title after Senegal win overturned
Morocco declared the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after Confederation of African Football overturns the result of their final defeat to Senegal.
Watch: Sean Penn receives ‘Oscar’ in Ukraine after skipping US ceremony
The Academy Award winning US actor won his third Oscar on Sunday, but skipped the ceremony to visit Ukraine.
Starmer Turns His Attention To Ukraine (Or Tries To)
Zelenksy comes to parliament, as Trump hits out at Starmer (again).
AD HOC COMMITTEE: Ramaphosa effectively blocks IGI from testifying on criminal claims against top cops Masemola, Khumalo
Suspended Inspector General of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel recommended that national police commissioner Fannie Masemola and Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo be criminally charged over R120m property deals. The President is seeking a legal opinion on whether he can testify, but the ad hoc committee is wrapping up proceedings.
Greyhound racing to be banned in Wales after Senedd vote
But the legislation faces a legal challenge and accusations ministers did not consult properly.
DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS: No ambassador, no problem — SA’s unorthodox approach to the US
It’s been a year since SA’s ambassador was expelled from Washington. President Ramaphosa appears to have decided to do without one.