Exclusive-China bars brokerages from accepting new mainland clients for offshore trading, say sources
By Selena Li and Summer Zhen HONG KONG China has for the first time issued a notice prohibiting
2023-10-12 12:49
Parents urged to delete their kids social media accounts ahead of possible Israeli hostage videos
Schools in Israel, the UK and the US are advising parents to delete their children's social media apps over concerns that Hamas militants will broadcast or disseminate disturbing videos of hostages who have been seized in recent days.
2023-10-12 05:25
Israel hostage crisis is every government's worst nightmare
Israel has to decide whether to attempt a rescue of those held in Gaza - or wait to strike a deal.
2023-10-12 04:47
NFL coverage map 2023: TV schedule Week 6
Seahawks-Bengals and Eagles-Jets rank among Week 6's most interesting games, but what NFL action will be available in your area?
2023-10-12 02:59
Haiti: Where aid delivery depends on talking to 300 gangs
The Red Cross describes how it delivers health care and aid in Haiti, where gangs hold sway.
2023-10-12 01:58
Why BBC doesn't call Hamas militants 'terrorists' - John Simpson
It's simply not the BBC's job to tell people who to support and who to condemn, writes the BBC's World Affairs editor.
2023-10-12 01:50
Lebanon: Israel shells militant targets across border
Israel's military said the Lebanese movement Hezbollah fired anti-tank missiles across the border.
2023-10-11 22:52
US in talks with countries including Israel and Egypt to allow safe passage of Americans and other civilians out of Gaza
The US government is in discussions with partner countries, including Egypt and Israel, about ensuring safe passage for Americans and other civilians out of Gaza, US officials said.
2023-10-11 21:52
Israel Gaza conflict: Scottish footballer Clark Robertson tells of escape
Clark Robertson, who plays professionally in Israel, has been able to return home to Aberdeen.
2023-10-11 20:49
21 Old and Odd Directional Words
The rich history of the English language is full of similar directional words that are cool but uncommon, like ‘pancakewards,’ ‘couchward,’ and ‘pocketwards.’
2023-10-11 20:16
Hedge funds expected to ramp up returns on higher rates - BNP survey
By Nell Mackenzie LONDON Investors expect hedge funds to produce higher returns with the prospect of interest rates
2023-10-11 19:29
What’s happening in Israel and Gaza? What is Hamas? A really simple guide
What is the background to the Palestinian militant group Hamas and its latest attack on Israel?
2023-10-11 18:56