News24 | Trump warns: ‘We can never let this happen again’ as he signs shutdown ending legislation
US President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in US history.
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The fallout from Nigeria’s spectacular $25m museum and the Benin Bronzes
Nigeria’s stunning new Museum of West African Art (Mowaa) finds itself in the crosshairs of local power politics.
France wary of enemy that never went away, 10 years after Bataclan attacks
As France marks 10 years since the Paris attacks, an ex-girlfriend of a jihadist survivor is arrested for an alleged plot of her own.
The case for and against counting castes in India
A provocative new book warns that counting castes may entrench them further instead of dismantling the system.
Tatsuya Nakadai, an icon of Japanese cinema, has died at 92
In a 2005 interview, the actor said that in his twenties, he was carrying the load of “everyone’s masterpieces.” He worked closely with directors including Akira Kurosawa and Masaki Kobayashi.
What we know about new Epstein emails that mention Trump
In emails released by Democrats, Epstein says Trump “knew about the girls”. The White House says they are an attempt to “smear” the president.
Israel’s president says ‘shocking’ settler violence against Palestinians must end
Israeli President Isaac Herzog added a rare and powerful voice to what has been muted criticism by top Israeli officials of Israeli settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
U.S. troops mass near the Caribbean as President Maduro mobilizes forces
Venezuela continues to prepare its military in response to increasing regional presence of U.S. military in the region.
U.S. troops ramp their presence in Central and South America as President Maduro mobilizes forces
Venezuela continues to prepare its military in response to increasing regional presence of U.S. military in the region.
Gaza ceasefire is holding one month on, but progress is stalled
One month into the ceasefire in Gaza, Israel is still impeding aid as progress to the next phase stalls.
Delhi blast was terror incident, Indian government says
India’s government says it unequivocally condemns the “dastardly and cowardly act” that killed eight people.
French relief as Algeria frees jailed novelist at centre of diplomatic crisis
Almost a year to the day after Boualem Sansal was arrested, the Algerian president grants him a pardon.
At least 37 killed in Peru after bus plunges into ravine
The bus was carrying 60 passengers when it collided with a truck and careered off the road in the Arequipa region.
Greetings from the Arctic Circle, where an icebreaker ship drew polar bears’ attention
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
News24 | Senegal president and ruling party clash over leadership post
Senegal’s president and the political party he belongs to have issued conflicting statements over the leadership of the ruling coalition, a clear sign of dissension among top leaders amid drawn-out talks with the International Monetary Fund.
Colombian military bombs suspected rebel camp, killing 19
The air strike comes after the US accused the Colombian president of allowing the drugs trade to expand.
Ancient statues stolen from Syria’s National Museum
The theft of Roman-era artefacts was discovered after staff noticed a door had been broken from the inside.
Flight issues could linger after shutdown. And, Google’s lawsuit targeting scammers
Even if the government shutdown ends this week, flight disruptions are expected to linger. And, Google has launched a lawsuit targeting text message scammers.
Russia’s AI robot falls seconds after being unveiled
Footage shows the moment Russia’s first anthropomorphic robot fell just seconds after its debut
US House set for crunch vote on ending historic government shutdown
Republicans sound confident the bill will pass, despite their narrow majority. Democrats vow to oppose it.
Two members of K-pop group NewJeans will return, record label says after legal battle
Hyein and Haerin will return to Ador following a legal dispute, the agency says, as fans worry about the K-pop group’s future.