Catherine Nixey, our culture correspondent, explains how the Romans understood the art of attraction

Josh Ireland re-examines the assassination of Leon Trotsky in 1940, exploring the characters and motivations behind one of history’s most famous murders.

Myanmar's military government introduces fuel-saving measures and import substitution policies as economic pressures mount from regional conflicts and sanctions.

Global gas supply disruptions highlight the continued vulnerability of electricity grids despite renewable energy growth, as natural gas remains essential for backup power.

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Tucker Carlson, once a fierce Donald Trump supporter, has become one of the president's harshest critics on the right over Iran policy and Israeli influence.

The latest news in US politics, with coverage of terrorism concerns, Department of Homeland Security reforms and FBI investigations amid the Iran war.

Lebanon's government has a chance to dislodge Hizbullah after Israel weakened the Iran-backed militia, but must act firmly to prevent a destructive occupation.

Elliott Management has industrialised shareholder activism, buying stakes in companies and demanding changes to boost share prices across America and beyond.

Africa attracts record foreign investment as economies show resilience despite aid cuts and rising commodity costs from Middle East conflict.

Fighting between M23 militia and Congolese forces spreads across South Kivu province, displacing half a million people and reviving ethnic tensions in eastern Congo.

Zara's strategy of competing on style rather than cost has helped Inditex report record sales of €40bn and net income of €6.2bn as it targets affluent shoppers.

Hungary spends 5.5% of GDP on child support to boost fertility rates, but births have fallen to record lows despite Viktor Orban's pro-natalist policies ahead of elections.

Europe faces rising energy costs amid Middle East tensions, with natural-gas prices climbing above €50 per MWh as leaders debate market reforms and grid investment needs.

Foreign investors and African capitalists are increasingly investing in Africa's infrastructure, minerals and businesses, driven by demographic growth and improved market integration.

BASF chief executive Markus Kamieth faces challenges from the Iran war as he attempts to revive the German chemicals giant after years of restructuring.