What are the implications of a US-TikTok standoff?

What do we know about Trump’s TikTok ban and what would a potential Microsoft deal mean?

Who is Liam Fox, the UK’s nominee for head of the WTO?

A staunch Eurosceptic and Atlanticist, Fox is one of eight nominees to replace outgoing director general Roberto Azevedo.

Is the Syrian regime becoming Russia's new proxy in the wider region?

According to Libyan officials, Russia is sending more mercenaries to support warlord Khalifa Haftar, including those from Syrian regime forces and other assorted criminals.

Muslim charities are at the heart of UK Covid-19 response

The 194 members of the Muslim Charities Forum have been helping Britons affected by the virus and consequent lockdown, from domestic abuse victims to those suffering financially.

An elderly couple running a laundromat give new life to old clothes

Wan-ji Chang and Sho-er Hsu have gone viral on Instagram modelling clothes left behind at their laundromat, encouraged by their grandson Reef Chang.

Can Muslim Democrat delegates leave a mark on the Biden presidency?

While an overwhelming majority of Muslims seem set to vote Democrat in November, they disagree with the party on a number of issues, Palestine and the surveillance of their community being just two.

Pessimism surges, but many insist African free trade will take off

The pandemic has temporarily derailed the African Continental Free Trade Area, one the continent's most exciting prospects.

Poor nations left out as rich countries rush to secure Covid-19 vaccines

As wealthy nations ensure themselves a sufficient supply of vaccines, there are concerns the hoarding could lead to vaccine nationalism and a shortage for others.

Wild tiger population enjoys increase in five countries

Animal preservation NGO, WWF, marked World Tiger Day on July 29, saying efforts to double the number of wild tigers in the world had helped the species recover in five countries.

In Saudi Arabia, sympathy for a deceased activist could land you in jail

After imprisoned activist Abdullah al Hamid died in April, Saudi security forces carried out a number of raids on people who had sent condolences or expressed sympathy.

World’s top three intelligence chiefs all have one thing in common: Turkey

Incoming MI6 chief Richard Moore, along with CIA director Gina Haspel and DGSE head Bernard Emie, have all professionally served in Turkey and speak Turkish.

Caretta caretta sea turtles set up nests on Turkey’s beaches

Caretta caretta sea turtles have returned to Turkey’s Mediterranean shores and are laying eggs in the sand. The endangered species is indispensable for the environment, providing food for some predators while eating others creatures.