Prominent Turkish journalist, government critic attacked

A prominent Turkish journalist critical of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has been beaten outside his home. The assault comes after his paper was attacked in September by a pro-government... Read more »

WHO: Everyone with HIV should get antiretroviral drugs

The World Health Organization wants all HIV patients to be given antiretroviral drugs immediately after diagnosis. That means that 37 million people worldwide should be on treatment. Antiretroviral: HIV AIDS Anyone diagnosed... Read more »

Swiss prosecutor ‘would raid Platini offices’

Switzerland’s attorney general has said he would be prepared to order a swoop on Michel Platini’s UEFA offices, if necessary. However, prosecutor Michael Lauber was not prepared to say what course was... Read more »

Shell scraps oil exploration in Arctic off Alaska over costs

The oil giant is to halt drilling at the Burger J well in the US Arctic, saying it can’t justify the expense due to low oil prices. Shell only won the controversial... Read more »

VW scandal forces spending freeze in Wolfsburg

Wolfsburg has ordered a budget freeze owing to expectations of lower tax revenues from Volkswagen. Profits at the carmaker, which is headquartered in the city, are likely to fall in the wake... Read more »