Trump’s inaugural speech was a mix of promises – and contradictions – that underlined some of the challenges he faces upon his return.
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Gaza rebuild to take long time despite promised aid surge, says UN
Unrwa’s Gaza director says rebuilding homes, infrastructure and people’s lives will “take an awful lot of time”.
Mystery balls on Sydney beaches found to contain toxic material
Authorities closed nine beaches on 14 January after the marble-sized balls washed up.
What executive orders did Trump sign on day one?
The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities.
Elon Musk’s gesture at Trump rally draws scrutiny
He made the gesture while thanking supporters for contributing to Trump’s victory.
Biden issues pre-emptive pardons for siblings, Fauci and Jan 6 riot panel
The outgoing president says the action will prevent “unjustified… politically motivated prosecutions”.
‘Hell on earth’: China deportation looms for Uyghurs held in Thailand
Forty eight men detained since they fled China years ago risk being deported, rights groups say.
Mozambique opposition leader open to serving in rival’s government
Venâncio Mondlane tells the BBC the conditions under which he is prepared to join the government.
Inside Iceland’s futuristic farm growing algae for food
Next to a geothermal plant in Iceland a start-up is growing microalgae for food.
‘The hostages meant I got out’: Freed Palestinian prisoner welcomes Gaza deal
Bushra al-Tawil, a 32-year-old journalist, has been freed as part of the first stage of the ceasefire agreement.