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Why Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state is controversial

Somaliland wants international recognition - here's why, and what could have driven Israel to recognise it now.

Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers

Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.

Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers

Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.

Great white sharks being sold in North African fish markets, say researchers

Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.

Coups, elections and protests – a difficult year for democracy in Africa

Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

Coups, elections and protests – a difficult year for democracy in Africa

Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

Coups, elections and protests – a difficult year for democracy in Africa

Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

Coups, elections and protests – a difficult year for democracy in Africa

Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash that killed two team members

The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.

Why Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state is controversial

Somaliland wants international recognition - here's why, and what could have driven Israel to recognise it now.