Covid: Germany rejects US-backed proposal to waive vaccine patents

The EU's biggest economy rejects the US-backed proposal, saying patents are not hindering production.


Qatar finance minister arrested in corruption investigation

Ali Shareef al-Emadi is being questioned over alleged abuse of power and the misuse of public funds.


Brazil: At least 25 killed in Rio de Janeiro shoot-out

The shoot-out took place during a police operation in a favela in the Brazilian city.


Franklin expedition: DNA test identifies member of 1845 Arctic voyage

Researchers match the DNA of a South African man with a sailor on the doomed Franklin expedition.


Antony Blinken: US tells Russia to cease 'reckless and aggressive actions'

The US secretary of state calls for Russia to cease "reckless" actions at the Ukrainian border.


Tanzanian Samia Suluhu Hassan's five quotes which charmed Kenya

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan ends a visit to Kenya on a high, mending relations with her words.


Why wearing the wrong socks is risky in Belarus

Socks and a TV box coloured red and white are treated as opposition protests in Belarus.


China mystery animal box craze causes outrage

The "blind box" craze sees people order a box containing a mystery animal that is sent in the post.


SpaceX: The rocky road to a smooth rocket landing

As the latest Starship prototype completes a successful ascent and landing, here's its route to success.


Cutting methane gas 'crucial for climate fight'

Reducing methane emissions needs to play a much more important role in tackling global warming.