Why is Uber pulling out of some African markets?
Uber’s exits from Nigeria and Uganda highlight the growing challenges of making ride-hailing work in Africa.
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People long for simpler times, say Practical Magic reboot stars
Actresses Maisie Williams and Joey King feature in the upcoming sequel of the 1998 fantasy romcom.
The student behind 'cockroach' protests that forced an Indian minister to quit
It has been a rollercoaster ride for 'cockroach' party founder Abhijeet Dipke who gained celebrity status overnight.
Iran claims to have captured a US ‘sail drone’ near Hormuz Strait
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says its navy struck a US-operated surface drone at the entrance of the Strait of Hormuz.
Will Trump pay all US adults $5,000? Some Trump supporters are sceptical
Observers on both sides of the political divide express concern about Trump's pledge to pay 'dividend' for midterm win…
Israeli film on Gaza receives 25-minute ovation at Venice premiere
Venice Film Festival honours NAZA, an expose on Israel's use of AI systems in Gaza.
Iran war live: IRGC attacks US unmanned vessel in Hormuz; two ships hit
IRGC says it attacked a US unmanned vessel in Hormuz, while UKMTO says projectiles hit two ships off Oman.
Does your partner's snoring keep you up? It could be impacting your health
Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.
UN envoy warns Security Council Yemen’s war has entered ‘dangerous phase’
Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg demands urgent steps to protect civilians and trade routes amid Houthi escalation.
Taipei Story by Rebecca F Kuang review – the torture and hilarity of learning Chinese
An American Chinese student studies Mandarin in Taiwan, in this heartfelt journey of self-discovery and family secrets…
Ukraine's fortress cities under fire as Russia bids to seize rest of Donbas
Kramatorsk and Slovyansk are now the main focus of Russian ground assaults, and residents are being told to leave.
A year after Charlie Kirk’s death, are young voters turning on Trump?
Turning Point USA has expanded its campus presence, even as Trump’s support among young men has fallen.