Investors mob Airbnb listing giving it $100bn value

The firm's flotation is the biggest of the year in the US - despite the troubles it faces from the pandemic.


Netherlands expels two Russians after uncovering 'espionage network'

They are accused of targeting the high-tech sector and building a "substantial network of sources".


Football star Griezmann severs ties with Huawei over Uighurs

Antoine Griezmann ends a sponsorship deal with the Chinese firm over claims of surveillance.


Brexit: EU sets out plans in case trade talks with UK fail

The EU's contingency plans for "no deal" include measures to ensure smooth air and road travel.


Brandon Bernard: First execution of Trump's final days to go ahead

Brandon Bernard is set for federal execution in Indiana despite pleas from Kim Kardashian and others.


TikTok sensation Ratatouille to become musical show

The streamed 'Broadway' show of the animated film is the result of a spontaneous collaboration of artists.


Kenya election violence: Court orders government to pay sex attack survivors

In a "landmark" court ruling, four women assaulted after the 2007 election will get compensation.


'New' whale species seen off Mexican coast

Three whales spotted off the coast off Mexico are thought to be a previously unknown species.


Why 'preppers' are going mainstream

Why "preppers" are going mainstream and are no longer lonely survivalists on the fringes of society.


Albanian protesters burn Christmas trees over police killing

Protesters are angry after a man was allegedly killed by police for breaking a coronavirus curfew.