Syria says Sharaa, Trump discuss Kurdish rights as forces deploy in country's north, east
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump discussed guaranteeing Kurdish rights in a phone call on Monday, Syria's presidency said, a day after Damascus reached a deal with Kurdish forces including a truce.
Read moreAllies tepid on Trump 'Board of Peace' with $1bn permanent member fee
Key allies reacted coolly Monday to US President Donald Trump's invite to pay $1 billion for a permanent spot on his "Board of Peace" for resolving international conflicts, with analysts likening it to a pay-to-play version of the UN Security Council.
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LeBron James' All-Star streak over as starters named
LeBron James' 21-year NBA All-Star Game starting streak came to an end on Monday after the Los Angeles Lakers star was excluded from the 10 starters named for next month's mid-season showpiece.
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Allies tepid on Trump 'peace board' with $1bn permanent member fee
Key allies reacted coolly Monday to US President Donald Trump's invite to pay $1.0 billion for a permanent spot on his "Board of Peace" for resolving international conflicts, with analysts likening it to a pay-to-play version of the UN Security Council.
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Ninth policeman dies in Guatemala gang riots, attacks
Authorities in Guatemala said Monday a ninth police officer died of his injuries following an outbreak of gang violence, over which the government declared a state of emergency.
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Man City's Foden to play through pain of broken hand
Manchester City forward Phil Foden is set to face Bodo/Glimt on Tuesday despite suffering a broken hand as Pep Guardiola looks to erase the bitter taste of defeat in the Manchester derby.
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Milan Fashion Week showcases precision in uncertain times
In an increasingly unpredictable world, men are searching for comfort and clarity -- at least in their fashion choices, according to designers in Milan this week.
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Public media in Europe under unprecedented strain
Public media in Europe is facing a series of new threats including scrutiny by a resurgent far right, budget cuts, and fierce competition in a changing media landscape.
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Africa Cup of Nations refereeing gets a red card
The Africa Cup of Nations unfolded in a climate of suspicion that referees were favouring host nation Morocco, which reached a climax as Sunday's final tipped into chaos after several contentious decisions.
Read moreSpain seeks answers as high-speed train crash toll rises to 40
The death toll from a high-speed train collision in southern Spain rose to 40 on Monday as the government vowed a full investigation into its causes.
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