Merz vows to keep coalition together for Germany's 'democratic future'

The chancellor has come under increasing pressure after resounding state election defeats, but says the results “go far beyond my own person”
Watch: Timelapse shows typhoon barrelling towards Japan

The typhoon is passing Japan’s eastern coast, bringing major disruption and heavy rainfall in its wake.
London Fashion Week 2026: The five trends we'll see in spring

As London Fashion Week comes to a close, here are the biggest trends for your wardrobe.
Three arrested in South Africa over one of nine women's body finds

The body of Jabulile Ntimba was the ninth to be found recently in an area east of Johannesburg.
Xhaka under investigation over Covid-19 certificate

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is being investigated over an issue with his Covid-19 vaccination certificate.
CNN, MS NOW and Politico to file lawsuit against Trump's White House ban

The US media outlets say they are defending “the principle that the government does not decide what the press reports or publishes”.
US strikes on alleged drug boats could be crimes against humanity, says UN

A report says the attacks, of which there have been at least 68, were not self-defence.
Seven Ethiopian rebel groups form new alliance

The groups have been active in Ethiopia’s most populous regions for years and now say they will work together.
Inside Djibouti refugee camp for thousands fleeing Houthi advance in Yemen

Fighting on Yemen’s west coast has prompted thousands of people to flee by boat across the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Sydney policeman allegedly disguised himself as Uber Eats rider before murders

Beaumont Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty to the 2024 murder of his ex-partner and his new boyfriend.