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WorldIsrael observes October 7 anniversary with national memorial day
Israel is holding memorial ceremonies nationwide for those killed in the October 7, 2023 Hamas terror attacks and soldiers who died in the ensuing war.
Ex-prince Andrew launches bid to ‘quash’ Epstein-affair search warrants
Britain's disgraced former prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, filed a legal action on Monday to quash warrants that led to searches of his residences. The police arrested the 66-year-old on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct over his links to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Drones buzz overhead, troops hunker underground in Ukraine's hellish kill zone
The front line in the Russia-Ukraine war stretches more than 700 miles and has barely moved in four years. Yet straddling this line is the kill zone, dominated by constantly evolving drone technology.
Two dead after attempted small boat Channel crossing
Two men have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel in a small boat.
'Not again': Arrest of US marine for murder reignites protests in Japan's Okinawa
For many locals on this island, the arrest has brought decades of frustration back to the fore.
Extreme heat warnings issued for parts of southern California
Temperatures in US state forecast to hit high 30s celsius this week, while regions in Indonesia grapple with wildfiresThe National Weather Service in the US has issued extreme heat warnings for parts of southern California, including Los Angeles, until Thursday, as temperatures are expected to hit the high 30s celsius. Burbank, a suburb north of Los Angeles, recorded 39C on Saturday, a few degrees shy of the October…
Pakistan installs fishing nets at security outposts to block drone attacks
Strung several metres overhead, the nets are a low-cost solution in sensitive areas prone to attacks by armed groups.
Yemen launches more than 1,000 strikes in bid to retake territory lost to Houthi rebels
The Yemeni military announced on Monday that it will launch a broad set of strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets in an attempt to retake lost territory. The Houthis launched an offensive in September, which killed hundreds of combatants on both sides, according to UN figures, and has since become the most active front in the wider Middle East war.
Spanish PM calls snap election
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called a snap election for next month.
£800m in, £800m out - Why Man City scandal shines light on Man Utd finances
Manchester City's owners have been found guilty of injecting money into the club. At Manchester United, fans are frustrated at how much has been taken out.
"Mum if you see this it's for my future"
PRESS REVIEW: Monday, 5 October – more than 400 schools closed on Monday across France, as government fails to assuage the anger of protesting students. In other news, Boulder, Colorado takes on ExxonMobil and Suncor Energy, demanding billions for damage caused by wildfires. And, finally, we take a look at some of nature's most whimsical offerings.
France vs Belgium: UEFA Nations League – Olise, De Bruyne, teams and format
Only one point separates Group A1 leaders France and second-placed Belgium before Monday's clash.
FBI arrests a woman accused of spying on Taiwan leader's family for China
The FBI and U.S. prosecutors say Wanying Zhang, also know as Heather, surveilled the Taiwanese president's son and his family.
Imran Khan supporters march in Pakistan to demand his release after talks failed
Talks between Khan's party and the government failed two days ago. Besides Khan's release, protesters demand his transfer to a hospital and family visits.
Germany news: Left Party sues economy minister at top court
The Left Party is taking a case over remarks by the CDU's Katherina Reiche to the Constitutional Court. The coalition could face a new row over working hours reforms. DW has more.
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro beats polls in presidential vote, faces Lula in runoff
The two leading candidates will advance to the second round of voting on October 25
Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez calls snap election after housing legislation fails to pass
Election called after rightwing parties voted down emergency legislation aimed at tackling housing crisisSpain’s socialist prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has announced a snap general election three days after rightwing parties torpedoed the emergency legislation his minority government had put forward in response to growing public anger over the country’s housing crisis.Sánchez, who has been in office since 2018, use…
🔴Spanish PM Sanchez calls snap election for November 29
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday called an early election for November 29. Facing the electorate now could be risky, as Sanchez's Socialist Party is trailing in opinion polls.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announces snap election
Sanchez calls early vote after parliament rejected housing relief measures proposed by his minority government.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez calls snap election
The Spanish prime minister had repeatedly insisted he would serve out his four-year term, with elections scheduled for 2027.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez calls early election
The Spanish prime minister had repeatedly insisted he would serve out his four-year term, with elections scheduled for 2027.
SCOTUS hears major climate change case. And, Brazil's presidential race goes to runoff
The Supreme Court is set to hear a blockbuster climate change case that could affect more than just climate issues. And, Brazil's presidential race is too close to call.
Family members of jailed ex-president Jair Bolsonaro win big in multiple Brazil polls
Family members of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro won big in Sunday's general election, including the right-wing lawmaker's eldest son Flavio Bolsonaro, who surpassed President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the first-round presidential vote. During the campaign, Flavio Bolsonaro promised to secure amnesty for his jailed father.
West Asian crude oil exports exceed pre-war levels but tanker attacks increase
Exports averaged 18 million bpd between March 2025 and February this year before the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran began
World Space Week: Which countries have sent people to space?
At least 746 people from 52 countries have been to space, from career astronauts to paying tourists.
FlyDubai attacker intended to crash plane into Tel Aviv airport, ongoing investigation finds
The investigation has found the attacker intended to crash the plane into Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport, a person familiar with the matter not authorized to speak publicly told NPR.
Spain’s Sánchez to hold press conference amid speculation over early election – Europe live
PM may call a vote to address national housing crisis after parliament rejected two of his government’s emergency relief measuresGood morning and welcome to our Europe live blog. Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sánchez has announced he’ll hold a press conference shortly - there are expectations he’s about to call a snap election to address a national housing crisis, after parliament rejected two of his government’s emer…
Now it's Typhoon Nolo after Pacific hurricane crosses international dateline
Nolo is expected to keep moving west across the Pacific and is not forecast to threaten any land through Friday (October 1), forecasters said
UN ‘pre-COP’ climate summit kicks off in Fiji
This week's talks in Nadi and on the atoll nation of Tuvalu are a precursor to the larger UN-sponsored global climate summit - known as COP31 - to be held next month in Turkey
Australia experiences second hottest September on record as El Niño and climate crisis combine
Alpine areas also experience record-breaking heat with snow depth recorded at zero in Kosciuszko national parkGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia had its second hottest September on record last month as global heating and a strengthening El Niño combined to break a string of heat records around the country.Bureau of Meteorology data showed the minimum night-time temperatures across th…
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