Boeing to pay $2.5bn to resolve 737 MAX criminal probe in US on 2021-01-07 21:52 (#5CHMF) Two deadly crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia killed 346 people in total.
Trump administration officials mull broader China investment ban on 2021-01-07 21:47 (#5CHMG) The executive order signed by Trump bans US investment in companies allegedly owned by the Chinese military.
Who are the US Capitol rioters? on 2021-01-07 20:58 (#5CHHR) Shocked reactions to US Capitol siege continue as images, details of pro-Trump demonstrators in Congress emerge.
Biden: Capitol siege result of Trump’s ‘contempt for democracy’ on 2021-01-07 20:57 (#5CHHS) The president-elect also promises a change of course at the US Justice Department with his nominee for attorney general.
US Republicans condemn Trump’s role in Capitol insurrection on 2021-01-07 20:35 (#5CHHT) Former AG Barr says incitement of ‘mob’ was a ‘betrayal’ as some Republicans join in calls for Trump's removal.
Qatar FM: Shutting down Al Jazeera not discussed in GCC talks on 2021-01-07 20:30 (#5CHHV) In 2017, the blockading nations issued a 13-point list of demands, including the closure of Al Jazeera Media Network.
India’s economy braces for biggest contraction since 1952 on 2021-01-07 20:03 (#5CHHW) Despite having one of the strictest coronavirus lockdowns, India has the world’s second-highest number of infections.
Bitcoin hits $40,000 after doubling in value in the last month on 2021-01-07 19:13 (#5CHCD) Bitcoin accounts for about two-thirds of cryptocurrency market value, which is now beyond $1 trillion.
What happened on Capitol Hill? | Start Here on 2021-01-07 19:07 (#5CHCE) Why did pro-Trump protesters launch an assault on Capitol Hill? What’s next for the president?
Ugandan police confront Bobi Wine during online briefing on 2021-01-07 19:02 (#5CHCF) Bobi Wine has asked the ICC to investigate President Museveni, senior officials for sanctioning rights abuses.
Will the pro-Trump riot change US politics? Don’t count on it on 2021-01-07 19:00 (#5CHCG) Even the shared experience of a violent insurrection is unlikely to bridge massive political rifts.
DC Mayor blames Trump, extends emergency in US capital on 2021-01-07 18:41 (#5CHCH) Mayor Muriel Bowser says US President Trump must be held accountable for an 'unprecedented attack on our democracy'.
Shopify removes Trump stores from platform after Capitol chaos on 2021-01-07 18:31 (#5CHCJ) TrumpStore.com and Shop.DonaldJTrump.com displayed error messages on Thursday.
US jobs market recovery continues to stall as COVID surges on 2021-01-07 18:15 (#5CHCK) Pandemic restrictions continue to hobble the United States labour market recovery.
South Africa to receive first COVID vaccines in January on 2021-01-07 17:38 (#5CH9R) The country has reported the most infections in Africa, and has identified a new strain that may be more contagious.
Calls to remove Trump as fallout from Capitol assault continues on 2021-01-07 17:18 (#5CH9S) Legislators call on vice president to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove Trump.
Facebook, Instagram block Trump’s accounts ‘indefinitely’ on 2021-01-07 17:17 (#5CH9T) Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the 'risks of allowing President Trump to continue to use our service' were too great.
Qatar bank agrees to $2.2bn takeover deal on 2021-01-07 16:44 (#5CH67) Masraf Al Rayan QSC agreed to buy Al Khalij Commercial Bank PQSC in a share-swap deal.
Cryto market value tops $1 trillion as bitcoin hits new record on 2021-01-07 16:38 (#5CH68) Bitcoin's record rally pushes the total market value of cryptocurrencies past $1 trillion for the first time ever.
Elon Musk overtakes Bezos to become world’s richest person on 2021-01-07 15:51 (#5CH2Q) A 4.8 percent rally in Tesla's shares on Thursday vaulted Musk past Jeff Bezos on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
No ruling yet by Pakistan court on freeing Daniel Pearl’s killer on 2021-01-07 15:51 (#5CH2R) Key suspect in Pearl’s murder remains in custody despite being acquitted by the Sindh High Court last year.
Real Madrid star Karim Benzema to stand trial in sex tape case on 2021-01-07 15:20 (#5CH2S) The French forward is accused of trying to blackmail former France team-mate, Mathieu Valbuena, in 2015.
After Capitol riots, Russia slams US’s ‘archaic’ electoral system on 2021-01-07 15:14 (#5CGZA) Leading Russian political figures analyse reasons behind outbreak of deadly violence that has stunned the world.
Transcript: Closing statement of 41st GCC summit on 2021-01-07 15:02 (#5CGZB) The Supreme Council issues its closing statement of the 41st Gulf Cooperation Council in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia.
Dow opens up 133 points as markets look beyond US Capitol siege on 2021-01-07 14:49 (#5CGZC) Stocks move higher as investors look beyond the storming of the US Capitol on Wednesday by Trump supporters.
COVID: Spain traffic deaths drop to record low amid lockdown on 2021-01-07 14:47 (#5CGZD) With people taking far fewer trips by road amid lockdown measures, the number of fatal accidents has dropped 21 percent.
What will reduced tensions within the GCC mean for Iran? on 2021-01-07 14:36 (#5CGZE) Iran is watching closely as Arab nations that blockaded Qatar for more than three years lift the boycott.
How security failures enabled Trump mob to storm US Capitol on 2021-01-07 14:31 (#5CGZF) Despite rumblings of danger, the Capitol Police force did not request advance help to secure the legislative complex.
Iraqi court orders Trump arrest over Soleimani drone strike on 2021-01-07 14:26 (#5CGZG) US President Trump ordered drone strike that killed Soleimani and al-Muhandis in Baghdad last January.
UK’s renewed COVID crisis threatens to overwhelm London hospitals on 2021-01-07 13:49 (#5CGWF) Leaked projections forecast shortfall of thousands of hospital beds in the capital by January 19.
Japan declares emergency as COVID-19 cases hit record high on 2021-01-07 12:21 (#5CGT4) Yoshihide Suga announces one-month emergency in Tokyo and surrounding areas, but experts say the measure is inadequate.
How Europe’s far right responded to pro-Trump Capitol riots on 2021-01-07 11:38 (#5CGR7) Violence draws calls for calm from some hard-right politicians in Europe, but others remain notably silent.
‘Complete mess’: Ghana army steps in to quell parliament clash on 2021-01-07 11:29 (#5CGR8) Chaotic scenes erupted after the ruling party deputy tried to seize the ballot box during vote for parliament speaker.
UAE says travel, trade with Qatar may resume within a week on 2021-01-07 11:26 (#5CGR9) Abu Dhabi says restoring diplomatic ties with Doha requires more time as parties work to rebuild trust.
India to hold nationwide ‘cow science’ exam on 2021-01-07 10:56 (#5CGPP) Study material includes information on the breeds of cow as well as theory that slaughtering animals causes earthquakes.
Indonesia: Hundreds evacuated as Mount Merapi spews hot clouds on 2021-01-07 10:46 (#5CGPQ) Authorities evacuate residents from the fertile slopes of the mountain as it belches hot gas and debris.
Top White House officials resign following Capitol Hill mayhem on 2021-01-07 10:44 (#5CGPR) President Trump's deputy national security adviser and First Lady Melania Trump's chief of staff among those who quit.
At least four killed in post-election riots at Capitol Hill on 2021-01-07 10:43 (#5CGPS) A woman was shot by the US Capitol Police while three others died in 'medical emergencies', police say.
US threatens sanctions over Hong Kong arrests, angering Beijing on 2021-01-07 10:21 (#5CGPT) Mike Pompeo says the US will consider sanctions against officials involved in the arrest of 53 people in Hong Kong.
US legislators vow to investigate police after breach of Capitol on 2021-01-07 09:54 (#5CGN0) Lawmakers to investigate whether a lack of preparedness allowed a mob to occupy and vandalise the building.
Pakistan calls for Afghan action as soldier killed in border fire on 2021-01-07 09:41 (#5CGN1) Pakistan demands action against armed groups 'finding sanctuaries' in Afghanistan, a day after Pakistani soldier killed.
Pope Francis warns of violence in CAR after disputed polls on 2021-01-07 08:43 (#5CGKB) Pope calls on all sides to reject hatred and hold talks as opposition calls for cancellation of last month's vote.
US Congress certifies Joe Biden as next president, Harris as VP on 2021-01-07 08:41 (#5CGKC) Republicans and Democrats join to condemn mob violence at the Capitol, dismiss Trump's election fraud claims as invalid.
Plastic under scrutiny: Bank lending to industry faces opposition on 2021-01-07 08:32 (#5CGKD) Environmental campaigners want banks to clamp down on lending to plastics industry, similar to their action against oil.
In Pictures: Indian army patrols tense border with Pakistan on 2021-01-07 08:31 (#5CGGX) Over the last year, troops from the two sides have traded fire almost daily along the frontier, leaving dozens dead.
Australia urges China to allow WHO team entry ‘without delay’ on 2021-01-07 08:15 (#5CGJ5) Experts are investigating how the virus that has now killed nearly 1.9m people first emerged, and aim to visit Wuhan.
Empty grave for Kashmir teenager killed by Indian forces on 2021-01-07 08:12 (#5CGJ6) Since 2020, Indian authorities began burying suspected rebels in unmarked graves, denying the families proper funerals.
The 25th Amendment: Can Trump be declared unfit for office? on 2021-01-07 07:57 (#5CGJ7) Democratic Congress members tell Vice President Pence that Trump cannot remain for full term as not 'mentally sound'.
Finland’s Climate Warriors on 2021-01-07 07:56 (#5CF8C) Will Finland's dependence on peat as a fossil fuel stand in the way of its carbon-cutting targets?
US Democrat Senate wins push stocks higher despite Capitol chaos on 2021-01-07 07:32 (#5CGJ8) Clean sweep by Democrats allows them to enact big-spending policies likely to benefit the economy, investors say.