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RAF Fairford incident involves 'foreign actor', says Rubio
In a television interview the US Secretary of State mentioned Iran, which has denied any involvement…
What did Yamal say to Messi at World Cup final? ‘Thank you for everything’
Lamine Yamal shared a warm embrace with Lionel Messi, thanking the Argentinian icon for everything he gave to football.…
Can Tajikistan’s economic boom survive its debt gamble?
Rapid growth masks Tajikistan’s reliance on remittances and risky state debt.…
Hormuz and Yemen: Iran offers de-escalation at a price others will pay
Iran is using Hormuz to seek US concessions, relief for the Houthis and greater control over Gulf shipping.…
Journalist ascends to throne in Uganda kingdom after succession dispute
Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma succeeds King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who died last month.…
Spain announces new housing measures after protests over 87-year-old woman's eviction
The measures include a proposed ban on evictions until 2030 and the automatic renewal of tenant contracts.…
Two US navy aviators eject while landing on carrier off Virginia
Four sailors injured during unexplained ‘mishap’ onboard USS Dwight D Eisenhower aircraft carrierTwo US navy aviators ejected as they were landing the…
Ireland lost to Israel
But the Irish football team can still redeem itself.…
Malaysia gave refuge to Rohingya; now it wants them to go
Malaysia welcomed persecuted Muslim minority but now plans to send them back to Myanmar amid rising hate against them.…
How an alleged rape sent an Indian university into turmoil and emptied hostels
Police are trying to verify whether a female student was raped at Lovely Professional University (LPU).…
Celine Dion kicks off Paris Fashion Week with surprise performance
The singer appeared at the end of L'Oreal's annual show as the French fashion bonanza kicked off.…
Palestine weekly: Israeli politicians vie to look toughest before election
With Israelis voting on October 27, ministers are staging illegal settlement launches as campaign events.…
'I'm better than that other guy' - Alonso on why he's staying in F1
Fernando Alonso commits to staying in Formula 1 with Aston Martin for at least one more year. - and explains why to BBC Sport.…
Ferrari back Vasseur amid speculation over future
Ferrari back Frederic Vasseur as their F1 team principal after former Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he would be interested in joining.…
Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief for nuclear concessions – US politics live
President uses social media post to deny reports that he was willing to ease sanctions in return for ‘concrete’ steps over its nuclear programSign up …
Daniel Thomas refused bail over alleged boat damage
Daniel Thomas is remanded in custody after appearing at Portsmouth Crown Court.…
South West Water fined almost £8m for sewage spills
South West Water previously entered guilty pleas to pollution offences spanning six years.…
Danger zone: why war in the Middle East has landed the RBA’s inflation fight in tricky territory
The Reserve Bank appears ready to push harder against inflation but it comes with a greater risk for the economyThe fight against inflation has entere…
Old US warship deliberately sunk during training off Scotland
The 43-year-old decommissioned frigate was used for target practice off the Outer Hebrides.…
UNGA 81: Five key takeaways from general debate
The 81st United Nations General Assembly ends with AI, Palestine and wars dominating speeches.…
As the U.S. signals a smaller Middle East footprint, Turkey is ready to step in
Turkey's bid for regional influence comes at a time when the Middle East has been hit by profound shocks that started with the Hamas-led 2023 attack o…
Satellite images show Gaza in ruins three years into Israel’s genocidal war
Google Maps images show scale of Israel's destruction of Gaza, where more than 74,000 Palestinians have been killed.…
Israel’s West Bank road closures turn routine journeys into long ordeals
Palestinians face delayed medical care and long journeys as Israel tightens movement restrictions across the West Bank.…
Israeli settlers attack Jalud village in occupied West Bank, torch homes
A group of settlers attacked two homes belonging to the Al-Tubasi family in northern West Bank village.…
Thousands of drivers strike in the Philippines over rising fuel prices
Transport workers blame US-Israel war on Iran for rising fuel prices as government offers free rides for commuters.…
US-Iran talks continue, but ‘deal unlikely’ before midterm elections
The US and Iran are talking through mediators, but there are major differences over what a deal should look like.…
RAF Fairford: Labour’s deputy leader says ‘I trust our police’ after Trump questions decision to bail suspects – latest updates
Lucy Powell’s comments come after US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, also expressed concerns and says foreign actor was ‘clearly’ behind plotRubio sa…
Parading, policing and power sharing collide amid Drumcree dispute
Divisions that had been dormant over Drumcree have flowed angrily again between Stormont parties.…
Watch: Luxury units uncovered inside an Indonesian prison
A surprise inspection at the prison revealed apartment-like units appearing to house inmates, equipped with televisions, a gym and fridges stocked wit…
Drumcree stalemate continues as protesters remain overnight
Talks to resolve the issue took place on Monday as members of the Orange Order waited to begin their permitted parade.…