Billions on ice: What to do with Russia’s frozen central bank money?
With US support for Ukraine in doubt, Kyiv’s European allies are weighing whether to seize $300bn (€274bn) in frozen Russian assets. Read More
China warns Taiwan over ‘separatism’ as it expands military drills near the island
Taiwan’s Defence Minister Wellington Koo said the exercises were further evidence that China was a ‘troublemaker’ endangering peace in the region. Read more at Read More
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Severe storms leave widespread destruction across eight US states
Tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires have swept across eight US states, causing at least 42 deaths and widespread destruction since Friday. Read more at Read More
Tate museums to cut 7% of workforce amid financial challenges
Tate has announced that it is cutting 7% of its workforce, as the British arts institution grapples with a post-pandemic financial deficit. The move echoes major budget cuts for many…
BYD says its new technology charges EVs in five minutes
BYD says its “Super e-Platform” technology will be capable of peak charging speeds of 1,000 kilowatts. Read More
Bird flu: UN experts raise alarm over growing risks to food supply
Avian influenza has been spreading among wild birds for years, but spillover into mammals and people has experts worried. Read More
Bank of England expected to pause rate cuts despite contracting output
Policymakers find themselves in a tight spot ahead of Thursday’s rate decision, with growth remaining sluggish and inflation stubborn. Read More
Poland and Baltic states want to exit landmine treaty over Russia’s military threat
The defence ministers of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland have recommended leaving the 1997 Ottawa Treaty due to Russia’s aggression. Read more at Read More
Germany probing three cases of citizens detained and denied entry to US
Berlin is examining whether there has been a change in American immigration policy after three German nationals were detained at the US border. Read more at Read More