Somali-US airstrike in battle with al-Shabab

The US and Somalia have carried out an airstrike against Islamist militants during a battle for control of a strategic central town, the government says. The “well-coordinated” strike on Adan Yabaal, north of the capital Mogadishu, came hours after al-Shabab raided the town which is used as a key launchpad for military operations. Among the … Read more

BBC joins retirees aboard China’s ‘silver trains’ that aim to boost economy

China is encouraging it’s retirees to spend their savings on fun initiatives to help boost its economy – including “silver trains”. They take older travellers to underdeveloped areas they might not normally visit, including those that need a financial shot in the arm. It’s hoped the increase in domestic spending would help offset the impact … Read more

BluSmart breakdown – how the wheels came off Uber’s EV rival in India

The fortunes of India’s BluSmart, a popular electric ride hailing service and once a formidable rival to Uber, have quickly unravelled, with the company halting new cab bookings. The brand, which still has India’s largest all electric ride-hailing fleet of more than 8,000 cars, set high service standards, including well maintained cars and polite drivers. … Read more

Australia opposition leader clarifies he believes in climate change after debate

Australian opposition leader Peter Dutton has clarified he believes in climate change after facing backlash for comments made during an election debate on Wednesday night. Dutton and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese were asked about the increasing impact of climate change, to which Dutton replied he would “let scientists and others pass that judgment”. He had … Read more