US pledges $85m for Turkey-Syria earthquake relief
The aid package is intended to prevent people from dying of cold exposure, starvation and illness.
Africa’s week in pictures: 3-9 February 2023
A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.
Afghan withdrawal a dark chapter for UK, says Defence Committee chair
The British government is urged by MPs to hold an “honest” inquiry into its role in Afghanistan.
Amsterdam bans cannabis in its red light district
The city council introduces the new laws in a bid to reduce disruption by tourists in the area.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Freezing weather adds to despair as quake toll passes 20,000
The UN calls for aid workers to get more resources and warns the full extent of the disaster is still unfolding.
What are junk fees and how is President Biden tackling them?
The president says airlines, banks, hotels and concert vendors are playing Americans “for suckers”.
US Congresswoman Angie Craig fights off attacker with hot coffee
Minnesota Democrat Angie Craig was punched in a lift by a man behaving erratically, police say.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Londoners pull together as relatives stranded
A London Fire Brigade team is working in one of the worst affected areas.
