Plane-tracking datashows private Russian military contractors are being sent on clandestine flights to Syria, with many returning in caskets. Over two years, Reuters spoke to dozens of associates of military contractors who have been killed in Syria, and followed a trail of documents that reveals how aircraft from the West end up in the hands of those on U.S. blacklists. Read our investigation.
Hungarians vote in the parliamentary election on April 8,with current Prime Minister Viktor Orban seeking a third consecutive term. While most polls show that a simple majority for Orban’s party Fidesz is the likeliest outcome, there is an odd chance of a hung parliament. Here's what to watch during the election.
Commentary:Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s win in Egypt's "widely-derided sham election" was no surprise, writes Abdallah Hendawy. The danger that lurks now is that the former general's dependence on his armed forces will undermine the country’s long-term security and stability.
Facebook has confirmed that the data of 2.7 million EU citizens were among those improperly used by political consultancy Cambridge Analytica, the EU executive said.
Netflix is attempting its largest acquisition, offering more than $300 million to acquire a company that owns billboards across Los Angeles, including West Hollywood’s famed Sunset Strip, according to people familiar with the matter.
Regulatory scrutiny could complicate ride-hailing company Grab’s takeover of Uber Technologies’ Southeast Asian business, but there is little the authorities can do to stop Uber from simply exiting the region, lawyers and analysts said.
