Week in pictures: 12-18 March

Today's Big Question 'Rambling' message about 'bizarre' restriction joins series of recent decrees that amount to silencing of Afghanistan's women

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 30 October 24

The Explainer Already beset by a host of issues, the island nation is struggling with nationwide blackouts

By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published 25 October 24

Under the Radar Secretive Russian leader, said to be fascinated with occult and pagan rituals, allegedly asked for blessing over nuclear weapons

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 23 September 24

Under the radar Great apes are vulnerable to human pathogens thanks to genetic similarity, increased contact and no immunity

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 5 March 24

The Explainer Police officer, the former partner of TV presenter victim, charged with two counts of murder after turning himself in

By Austin Chen, The Week UK Published 1 March 24

Puzzles and Quizzes Have you been paying attention to The Week's news?

By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published 1 March 24

Today's Big Question Low turnout is expected in poll seen as crucial test for Tehran's leadership

By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published 1 March 24

Speed Read Hungary's parliament overwhelmingly approved Sweden's accession to NATO

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 27 February 24