French President Emmanuel Macron advocates for respect over bullying at Davos, while Russia battles a deadly snowstorm. Other global stories include a Spanish train tragedy survivor and Austrian cow intelligence.
Ukraine's Security Service has detained a Russian soldier over the alleged killing of nine Ukrainian POWs in 2024, as President Zelensky warns of impending massive Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.
Kurdish-led forces have withdrawn from the al-Hol camp in north-east Syria, housing radical IS detainees, as Syrian government forces advance, raising fears of chaos and extremism.
A three-month-old Palestinian infant has died from severe cold in Gaza, highlighting dire humanitarian conditions as world leaders gather in Davos to discuss Trump's proposed Board of Peace initiative.
French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, cautioning that global shifts are moving away from democracy and international law towards autocracy and violence.
Australia will observe a national day of mourning on Thursday 22 January to honour the 15 victims of the Bondi terror attack in December, with ceremonies, illuminations, and a minute's silence planned nationwide.
The Guardian's picture editors curate a compelling visual narrative from around the world, featuring military action in Ukraine, diplomatic gatherings in Davos, and stark weather conditions across continents.
Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton travelled to Jordan to witness humanitarian efforts for Gaza, describing the experience as 'life changing' and urging donations and advocacy.
Decades after its launch, experts re-examine China's harsh one-child policy. Did forced measures curb growth, or did it create a demographic crisis? Explore the lasting impact.
George Orwell's dystopian vision of three warring superstates feels eerily prescient in 2026. Experts analyse the novel's geopolitical foresight and its chilling relevance to modern tensions.
China's population shrank again in 2025, with births hitting a record low. Explore the deepening demographic crisis and the government's struggle to reverse the trend.
Violence erupted at an anti-World Economic Forum protest in Zurich as a US flag was burned and American companies targeted. Police used water cannons and tear gas. Read the full report.
China's population falls to 1.404bn as the legacy of the one-child policy creates a demographic crisis. Explore the historical context and the government's urgent push for more babies.
China's birth rate hits a record low, revealing a historic struggle to manage its massive population. Analysis explores the legacy of the one-child policy and the urgent push for more babies. Read the full story.
A remote valley in Lesotho is the last stronghold of siPhuthi, a language now officially recognised after a revival led by linguists and local activists. Discover the story of its survival.
Armed gangs stormed two churches in Nigeria's Kaduna State, kidnapping 163 worshippers. Read the latest on the escalating security crisis and the international response.
A guide to what's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026, including government offices, markets, and the controversial change to National Park fees. Plan your day.
Vivid photos capture millions of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrating Timket, the Epiphany feast commemorating Jesus's baptism. Explore the vibrant traditions.
Millions in Ethiopia celebrate Timkat, the Epiphany feast marking Jesus's baptism, a UNESCO-listed event unfolding against a backdrop of regional conflict and famine. Discover the powerful scenes of faith.
Analysis reveals the severe global impact of President Trump's 2025 foreign aid suspension, which slashed US contributions by 75% and spurred G7 nations to follow suit, crippling healthcare and climate programmes worldwide.
Leading Egyptologist Dr Zahi Hawass claims he is nearing the discovery of Queen Nefertiti's long-lost tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Could this be the century's greatest find?
Explore the decades-long struggle to create Martin Luther King Jr. Day, from its proposal in 1968 to becoming a National Day of Service. Discover the history and legacy.
China's population declined to 1.404 billion in 2025, with births plummeting 17%. Government incentives fail to reverse the trend amid high costs and economic pressures. Read the full analysis.
China's population shrinks for fourth year as costly childcare and economic pressures deter families, despite government incentives like cash subsidies and a new condom tax. Read the full analysis.
Explore a turbulent week from the archives: Bush's inauguration, a Soviet crackdown in Baku, Putin linked to a London poisoning, and frozen water discovered on Mars. Dive into history's turning points.
A visual journey across continents captures a dragon lantern in China, a freezing marathon in Russia, and political moments from Uganda to the US. Explore the world's stories through powerful photography.
Displaced families are returning to Aleppo after recent fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish-led forces. See the latest developments and photos from the region.
A Scottish teen's cultural awakening watching Eddie Izzard's Dress to Kill led to mastering languages and a communications role at the European Commission in Brussels.
A powerful visual chronicle of the past week: from immigration raids in Minneapolis and Iran's brutal crackdown to Russian strikes in Kyiv and Gaza's flooding. Witness the world's defining moments.
From a sinking football pitch in Jakarta to a train evacuation in Tokyo, The Guardian's picture editors curate Friday's most powerful global images. Explore the stories behind the frames.