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Russia says it hit Ukrainian postal hub and ship as Ukraine strikes Ryazan
Injuries reported on both sides as Russia and Ukraine trade overnight drone strikes on energy and logistics sites.
Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane flying from Dublin to Rome, French PM says - Reuters
Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane flying from Dublin to Rome, French PM says Reuters
Here’s Who Is Meeting Israel’s President to Recommend a Prime Minister
Israeli party leaders are in discussions with President Isaac Herzog over who should get the first chance to form a governing coalition.
Rheinmetall shares plunge 17% after outlook cut as military contracts stall
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
Rheinmetall shares plunge 17% after outlook cut as military contracts stall
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
Rheinmetall shares plunge 17% after outlook cut as military contracts stall
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
Rheinmetall shares plunge 17% after outlook cut as military contracts stall
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
Second buyer makes rescue bid for Poundland as retailer faces collapse
A little-known investment group has made a bid to buy the business.
Brickbat: Who's Watching?
The British government is considering a plan to expand the BBC television license fee to cover people who watch content on streaming services. The proposal, informally called the "YouTube tax," is intended to prevent people from avoiding the fee by watching content on computers, phones and tablets rather than traditional television sets. Currently,…
Iranian Leaders Cheer Trump’s ‘Political Defeat’ as Republicans Blame War for Midterm Losses
Demonstrators holding Iran's national flag stand in front of a banner depicting U.S. President Donald Trump during a pro-government rally marking the anniversary of the U.S. embassy takeover in downtown Tehran, Iran, on Nov. 4, 2026. —Morteza Nikoubazl—NurPhoto/Getty ImagesIranian leaders hailed the Democratic landslide in the U.S. midterms on Tues…
Iranian Leaders Cheer Trump’s ‘Political Defeat’ as Republicans Blame War for Midterm Losses
Demonstrators holding Iran's national flag stand in front of a banner depicting U.S. President Donald Trump during a pro-government rally marking the anniversary of the U.S. embassy takeover in downtown Tehran, Iran, on Nov. 4, 2026. —Morteza Nikoubazl—NurPhoto/Getty ImagesIranian leaders hailed the Democratic landslide in the U.S. midterms on Tues…
Here’s Who Is Meeting Israel’s President to Recommend a Prime Minister
Israeli party leaders are in discussions with President Isaac Herzog over who should get the first chance to form a governing coalition.
Here’s Who Is Meeting Israel’s President to Recommend a Prime Minister
Israeli party leaders are in discussions with President Isaac Herzog over who should get the first chance to form a governing coalition.
Miyu Yamashita shares the first-round LPGA lead in Japan as she tries for two wins in a row
Miyu Yamashita, who won the LPGA’s Maybank Championship in Malaysia last weekend, was among three players atop the leaderboard after the first round of the Toto Japan Classic
French unions unite for nationwide strikes, piling pressure on Macron's government
French trade unions are joining forces for more nationwide strikes and demonstrations for higher wages and in support of the high school protest movement
Toyota raises profit projection for the year as sales hold up
Japan’s top automaker Toyota is reporting that its fiscal second quarter profit fell 19% from a year ago but raised its full year profit forecast
The leader of a German conservative party is found dead at a Berlin hotel
Hubert Aiwanger, leader of a conservative party influential in Bavarian politics, has been found dead in a Berlin hotel
Asian shares are mixed after US midterm elections as AI-related stocks sink in Japan and South Korea
Asian shares are mostly higher after U.S. stocks rallied following the midterm election, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping more than 3%
Asian shares mostly advance following US midterms, though Kospi falls
Asian shares are mostly higher after U.S. stocks rallied following the midterm election, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping more than 3%
3 executions scheduled for the same day in Indiana, Florida and Alabama
Florida, Indiana and Alabama are scheduled to carry out executions Thursday
Indiana carries out first of 3 executions taking place on a single day in US
An Indiana man who admitted killing two children in a house fire was executed early Thursday in the first of three lethal injections scheduled for the same day in the US.
Wembanyama pours in career-high 52 points as Spurs edge Mavericks 112-111
Victor Wembanyama had 24 rebounds and 52 points as the San Antonio Spurs recorded their sixth straight win in the NBA.
England captain Harry Kane signs new Bayern deal
England captain Harry Kane signs a new deal with Bayern Munich that runs until 2029.
England captain Kane signs new Bayern contract
England captain Harry Kane signs a new deal with Bayern Munich that runs until 2029.
Klay Thompson hits winning 3 with a second left in OT as Heat rally past skidding Clippers 117-116
Klay Thompson made the winning 3-pointer with a second left in overtime and the Miami Heat rallied for a 117-116 victory over the reeling Los Angeles Clippers
Turkey’s solar boom shines ahead of a UN climate summit but coal and other fossil fuels loom large
Turkey is spotlighting its renewable energy efforts as it hosts the upcoming U.N. climate summit
Herbert Blomstedt, who headed San Francisco Symphony, dead at 99
Herbert Blomstedt, the former San Francisco Symphony music director whose conducting career spanned seven decades, has died at age 99.
Authorities are trying to piece together how an escaped Tennessee inmate evaded capture for 10 days
Authorities are still trying to piece together how a convicted murderer in Tennessee evaded capture for more than a week
Troops deployed to secure Jakarta trial as tensions remain high over wiretap scandal
Indonesian authorities have tasked thousands of police and military personnel to secure a court appearance of former President Joko Widodo, as tensions remain high in the capital over a wiretapping scandal involving senior police officers
From tanks to drones: South Korea’s defense firms face a new battlefield test
South Korean defense stocks rode a wave of global rearmament for the past two years, but they have plunged in 2026.
From tanks to drones: South Korea’s defense firms face a new battlefield test
South Korean defense stocks rode a wave of global rearmament for the past two years, but they have plunged in 2026.
From tanks to drones: South Korea’s defense firms face a new battlefield test
South Korean defense stocks rode a wave of global rearmament for the past two years, but they have plunged in 2026.
From tanks to drones: South Korea’s defense firms face a new battlefield test
South Korean defense stocks rode a wave of global rearmament for the past two years, but they have plunged in 2026.
70-year-old poet busted for backhanding Turning Point Action teen at the polls in viral footage
In a press release, Laconia police said Redic approached the Turning Point tent as he was leaving and wanted "to read a poem about rich people."
Bucks and Raptors meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage
The Milwaukee Bucks face the Toronto Raptors in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
Hawks host Wizards Friday for NBA Cup group stage matchup
The Atlanta Hawks play the Washington Wizards in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
76ers visit Cavaliers Friday in NBA Cup group stage
The Cleveland Cavaliers play the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
Kings and Spurs meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage
The Sacramento Kings take on the San Antonio Spurs in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
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Timberwolves visit Pelicans Friday in NBA Cup group stage
The New Orleans Pelicans face the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
Hornets and Celtics meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage
The Charlotte Hornets play the Boston Celtics in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
Mavericks host Jazz Friday for NBA Cup group stage game
The Dallas Mavericks take on the Utah Jazz in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup
Golden State takes on Miami, looks for 6th straight win
Golden State looks to extend its five-game win streak with a victory against Miami
Suns take on the Magic on 4-game skid
Phoenix looks to end its four-game skid when the Phoenix Suns take on Orlando
Trump's political humbling signals short-term gain, long-term pain for China - Reuters
Trump's political humbling signals short-term gain, long-term pain for China Reuters
Former F1 champion Jones dies aged 80
Alan Jones, the last Australian and first Williams driver to win the Formula 1 world title, dies at the age of 80.
Italian chef fired after refusing to put pineapple on pizza
He had told his employer, an Australian restaurant, that pineapple on pizza was "offensive" to Italian culture.
Italian chef fired after refusing to put pineapple on pizza
He had told his employer, an Australian restaurant, that pineapple on pizza was "offensive" to Italian culture.
A still-recovering pope will head home to Latin America and his beloved Peru for a 12-day trip
Pope Leo XIV is embarking on the longest and farthest trip of his pontificate three weeks after lung cancer surgery
Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in jail
Wong, in prison since 2020, was found guilty of colluding with foreign entities in violation of national security law.
Officials release name of US Marine who died after training incident in Japan
Lance Cpl. Devin J. Hernandez, 25, of Maryland, died on Tuesday, officials said.
Oregon man allegedly held Utah teen Kylie Arellano captive, forced her to remove braces with pliers
The man allegedly confined the teenager to the basement, where the two shared a bed.
Killer's appeal 'ludicrous', says family of Henry Nowak
Vickrum Digwa, who was sentenced to life in prison for murdering Henry Nowak, appeals his sentence.
Killer's appeal 'ludicrous', says family of Henry Nowak
Vickrum Digwa, who was sentenced to life in prison for murdering Henry Nowak, appeals his sentence.
Julius Randle to Jordi Fernandez: Let Nets’ hot bench unit ‘roll’
Julius Randle's biggest help may have been when he willingly told coach Jordi Fernández not to sub him in and let the hot bench bring home the win.
South Korea plans to expand anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz Strait
Seoul proposes extending its Cheonghae unit’s patrols to waters near Oman’s Duqm amid US pressure over Iran war.
Ten years of the Paris Agreement: Has the world kept its climate promises?
Nearly 200 countries pledged to limit warming to 1.5C. We look at who has delivered and who has fallen short.
Iran says U.S. election results show Americans reject the war
Despite acknowledging the Iran war was partially to blame for Republican losses, Trump said he didn't regret launching it.
Iran says U.S. election results show Americans reject the war
Despite acknowledging the Iran war was partially to blame for Republican losses, Trump said he didn't regret launching it.
Germany’s Merz expects Trump to keep ignoring Congress
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expects US President Donald Trump to keep bypassing Congress despite midterm losses.
World record 53 red cards shown in Brazilian youth game
A world record of 43 players, eight members of staff and two board members were sent off during an under-20 championship match between Uberlandia and Mamore in Brazil.
World record 53 red cards shown in Brazilian youth game
A world record of 43 players and eight members of staff were sent off during an under-20 championship match between Uberlandia and Mamore in Brazil.
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist faces sentencing in 2nd national security case
Prominent Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong is expected to be sentenced Thursday for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law
Champions League: Liverpool suffer 3-2 loss at Fenerbahce, Como thump Lens
Como equal Champions League record with stunning 9-1 win at Lens as Haaland rescues Manchester City at Leipzig.
Guinness World Record broken as 53 red cards shown in Brazil under-20 match
Mass brawl at Uberlandia vs Mamore results in 43 cards for players, eight for coaching staff and two for board members.
NextDC shares soar nearly 51% after Goodman, Digital Realty stake purchases
NextDC shares surged more than 40% Thursday morning after Goodman Group and Digital Realty sought to acquire up to a 9.9% stake.
NextDC shares soar nearly 51% after Goodman, Digital Realty stake purchases
NextDC shares surged more than 40% Thursday morning after Goodman Group and Digital Realty sought to acquire up to a 9.9% stake.
NextDC shares soar nearly 51% after Goodman, Digital Realty stake purchases
NextDC shares surged more than 40% Thursday morning after Goodman Group and Digital Realty sought to acquire up to a 9.9% stake.
NextDC shares soar nearly 51% after Goodman, Digital Realty stake purchases
NextDC shares surged more than 40% Thursday morning after Goodman Group and Digital Realty sought to acquire up to a 9.9% stake.
Austin Reaves jokes Luka Doncic could’ve scored 60 ‘if he weren’t asleep’
Luka Doncic had his fifth 40-point outing in his last six games, finishing with 40 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and a steal in the Lakers' win.
Georgia son told 911 his missing mom was ‘abducted by aliens’ — before cops found her charred remains
Jason Campbell was sentenced to 10 years in prison for hiding his mother's death in Georgia after falsely telling 911 she was abducted by aliens.
Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast - Reuters
Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast Reuters
Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast - Reuters
Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast Reuters
Clippers lose seventh in a row after Heat rally for last-second victory
Klay Thompson made the winning three-pointer with a second left in overtime as the Heat rallied past the Clippers.
3M To Pay Over $7 Billion To Settle 'Forever Chemical' Groundwater Claims
3M has agreed to pay up to $7.35 billion over nine years to settle claims from as many as 120,000 people who say they were sickened by PFAS-contaminated groundwater near military bases, airports and other locations where firefighting foam was used. The Associated Press reports that 3M "did not admit liability," noting that the settlement comes on t…
Luka Doncic’s hot streak keeps him climbing record books
Luka Dončić had 40 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and one steal in the Lakers' 116-103 win over the Kings on Wednesday.
Poundland owner in crunch talks as retailer's collapse looms
Gordon Brothers will meet Jonathan Reynolds on Wednesday as the investment firm faces scrutiny over Poundland.
Hot-tempered NJ mayor loses reelection weeks after charging at critic during town meeting
Bianchini admitted he "just basically snapped" during the meeting but defended his actions, claiming they were justified as he was trying to protect his family.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Jokic scores 32 in 3rd triple-double this season as Nuggets roll to 128-109 win over Raptors
Nikola Jokic had 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his third triple-double this season to lead the Denver Nuggets over the Toronto Raptors 128-109
Lillard and Clingan power Trail Blazers past Suns 132-119 to win 5th in a row on road
Damian Lillard scored 25 points and Donovan Clingan added 24 to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Phoenix Suns 132-119 on Wednesday night
Bell scores 16 in Southeast Missouri State’s 90-65 win against Webster
Southeast Missouri State beats Webster 90-65 on Wednesday
Dubsky scores 21 in UNC Asheville’s 101-74 victory over Erskine
Connor Dubsky scores 21 points in UNC Asheville’s 101-74 win against Erskine
Skyers scores 22 as Norfolk State takes down Randolph 78-71
Jordan Skyers had 22 points in Norfolk State’s 78-71 victory over Randolph
Indrusaitis scores career-high 30 points with 6 3-pointers to help Cal beat Radford 84-70
Nojus Indrusaitis leads California to an 84-70 victory over Radford on Wednesday night
Appalachian State wins 108-43 over Christendom
Mason Costello’s 15 points have helped Appalachian State defeat Christendom 108-43
House’s 17 help Furman knock off Bob Jones 121-52
Tom House scored 17 points as Furman beat Bob Jones 121-52
Anderson’s 24 lead UL Monroe over Champion Christian 99-55
Dayjaun Anderson had 24 points in UL Monroe’s 99-55 win over Champion Christian
Dosunmu scores 21 and Kuminga sparks late surge in Timberwolves’ 117-107 win over Rockets
Ayo Dosunmu had 21 points and Jonathan Kuminga powered a fourth-quarter run that allowed the Minnesota Timberwolves to pull away for a 117-107 win over the Houston Rockets
Williamson's 23 points and Bey's clutch scoring lift the Pelicans past the Jazz, 120-113 in overtime
Saddiq Bey closed out a 22-point performance with six straight points in the final minutes of overtime, and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied to defeat the Utah Jazz, 120-113
What the Democratic midterms sweep changes for U.S.-China relations
Analysts note the growing risks around U.S. President Donald Trump's ability to maintain a fragile trade truce.
What the Democratic midterms sweep changes for U.S.-China relations
Analysts note the growing risks around U.S. President Donald Trump's ability to maintain a fragile trade truce.
What the Democratic midterms sweep changes for U.S.-China relations
Analysts note the growing risks around U.S. President Donald Trump's ability to maintain a fragile trade truce.
Utah Tech takes down Grace 103-52
Christian Gibson scored 17 points as Utah Tech beat Grace U 103-52
Glover-Toscano scores 22 points as Saint Joseph’s defeats Longwood 82-73
Saint Joseph defeats Longwood 82-73 on Wednesday, led by Jaiden Glover-Toscano's 22 points
Pagotto’s 30 lead Northern Kentucky past South Dakota 102-94
Noah Pagotto scores 30 points as Northern Kentucky beats South Dakota 102-94
Adrian Kempe scores a hat trick as the Kings beat the Sharks 7-2
Adrian Kempe scored a hat trick and had an assist as the Los Angeles Kings dominated the San Jose Sharks 7-2
Mann, Watford lead Queens past Loyola Marymount 96-95
Nasir Mann leads Queens with 28 points as the Royals edge Loyola Marymount 96-95
Drake earns 101-48 win against Central College
Jon Carroll scores 20 points as Drake beats Central College 101-48 on Wednesday
Matty Beniers lifts Kraken past Flames 2-1 in overtime
Matty Beniers scored in overtime and Joey Daccord made 25 saves as the Seattle Kraken beat the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Wednesday night
Ensminger scores 15 in Santa Clara’s 95-72 win over Milwaukee
Santa Clara defeats Milwaukee 95-72 on Wednesday, with Jake Ensminger scoring 15 points and grabbing seven rebounds
Luka Doncic's 40 points lead the Lakers past the Kings 116-103
Luka Doncic scored 40 points for his sixth straight game with at least 35, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 116-103
Wembanyama has career highs of 52 points, 24 rebounds as Spurs hold off Mavericks 112-111
Victor Wembanyama scored a career-high 52 points and grabbed 24 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs past the Dallas Mavericks 112-111
Boise State defeats West Coast Baptist 132-53
Led by Dovydas Butka's 18 points, the Boise State Broncos set a school record for points in a game, defeating West Coast Baptist 132-53
Dent scores 17, Saint Mary’s takes down North Dakota State 105-64
Saint Mary’s dominates North Dakota State 105-64 on Wednesday
Butler takes down Fairleigh Dickinson 99-65
Led by Asim Djulovic's 25 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 99-65
Green’s 23 points lead Tennessee Tech over Blue Mountain Christian 117-70
De’Ante Green scores 23 points in Tennessee Tech’s 117-70 victory against Blue Mountain Christian
Former Chinese Politburo member Ma Xingrui charged with taking bribes
China's state media say a former member of one of China’s top decision-making bodies has been formally charged with accepting bribes a week after Communist Party leaders confirmed his expulsion from the party
Chip stocks, oil sink in the aftermath of Democratic election sweep - Reuters
Oil and data centre stocks sink after US midterms Reuters
Chip stocks, oil sink in the aftermath of Democratic election sweep - Reuters
Oil and data centre stocks sink after US midterms Reuters
Sony Q2 profit jumps on 'Spider-Man' and PlayStation boost - Reuters
Sony Q2 profit jumps on 'Spider-Man' and PlayStation boost Reuters
Altar Stone mystery continues as Stonehenge theory overturned
It was thought the Stonehenge artefact was from north east Scotland but a new study disputes that.
Altar Stone mystery continues as Stonehenge theory overturned
It was thought the Stonehenge artefact was from north east Scotland but a new study disputes that.
California man, 97, dies at his own birthday party moments after dancing to Bee Gees’ ‘Stayin’ Alive’
"He wanted to celebrate by throwing a Halloween birthday rager."
New Zealand braces for knife-edge election: What you need to know
Smaller parties hold the key, with major contenders expected to fall short of the majority needed to govern alone.
Midwives concerned over possible baby unit closures
The RCM union says possible closures in Norfolk would also affect patients in neighbouring counties.
Roger's colleagues step up after injury ends BBC presenter's running challenge
BBC North West Tonight's Roger Johnson says the response is "what Children in Need is all about".
Police to escort fire crews in latest crackdown on Bonfire Night disorder
As many as 1,700 officers could be deployed in the biggest Police Scotland operation since last year's visit by President Trump.
Police to escort fire crews in latest crackdown on Bonfire Night disorder
As many as 1,700 officers could be deployed in the biggest Police Scotland operation since last year's visit by President Trump.
Airbnb host felt 'violated' after house trashed
An Airbnb host says it was "carnage" inside her house after it was damaged during a stay.
Airbnb host felt 'violated' after house trashed
An Airbnb host says it was "carnage" inside her house after it was damaged during a stay.
Bike from Batman film could sell for £900,000
The "Batpod" features in a chase scene with Christian Bale's Batman and Heath Ledger's Joker.
Ted Cruz calls midterm election results a ‘Watergate-level repudiation’ of the GOP, warns ‘Americans will be hurt’ by radical Dems
“2026 was not simply a blue wave; it was a blue tsunami. It was an ass kicking. It was not simply a bad 2006 midterm election. It was a Watergate-level repudiation,” Cruz wrote in a lengthy X post.
Has India’s democracy failed its Muslims? Jailed scholar triggers debate
Sharjeel Imam questioned foundational ideas of India's nationalism in interview with The Quint, inspiring heated debate.
Paul Chuckle prepares for stage debut at National Theatre
Paul Elliott, 79, says stage acting is "completely different" to the comedy of the Chuckle Brothers.
Luka Doncic records third straight 40-point game in Lakers’ win over Kings
It didn’t come via the hot start from Luka Dončić that’s become customary to start the season.
Lakers win uneven game over Kings behind 40 points from Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic scores at least 40 points for third game in a row as the Lakers defeat the Sacramento Kings.
Surreal moment Tarantino and Kylie Minogue came to my hometown to star in my new film
A Hollywood giant and singing superstars caused a stir after arriving in a Welsh seaside town.
Surreal moment Tarantino and Kylie Minogue came to my hometown to star in my new film
A Hollywood giant and singing superstars caused a stir after arriving in a Welsh seaside town.
Surreal moment Tarantino and Kylie Minogue came to my hometown to star in my new film
A Hollywood giant and singing superstars caused a stir after arriving in a Welsh seaside town.
AI sharpens cat-and-mouse hacking battle as companies strengthen defences - Reuters
AI sharpens cat-and-mouse hacking battle as companies strengthen defences Reuters
Black Doves cast: 'Being on Traitors would drive us insane'
Black Doves cast: 'Being on Traitors would drive us insane'
Russia may have rehearsed attack on satellite, specialist says, flagging another approach - Reuters
Russia may have rehearsed attack on satellite, specialist says, flagging another approach Reuters
Russia may have rehearsed attack on satellite, specialist says, flagging another approach - Reuters
Russia may have rehearsed attack on satellite, specialist says, flagging another approach Reuters
New £200m fleet of publicly funded trains in Wales barely used after three years
The final piece in a £2bn rail project is late, with less than half of the trains tested.
Democrats won on affordability. Can they deliver it?
Democrats will hold Congress but President Donald Trump still has the power to block their plans.
Food, fuel and taxes – can the Democrats do anything to ease cost of living pressures?
Democrats will hold Congress but President Donald Trump still has the power to block their plans.
Russia, China may be more aggressive if they feel Trump is on 'his way out': Brookings
Russia and China may be more aggressive if they feel that U.S. President Donald Trump is on "his way out" after the Democratic Party flipped the midterms.
Russia, China may be more aggressive if they feel Trump is on 'his way out': Brookings
Russia and China may be more aggressive if they feel that U.S. President Donald Trump is on "his way out" after the Democratic Party flipped the midterms.
Russia, China may be more aggressive if they feel Trump is on 'his way out': Brookings
Russia and China may be more aggressive if they feel that U.S. President Donald Trump is on "his way out" after the Democratic Party flipped the midterms.
Russia, China may be more aggressive if they feel Trump is on 'his way out': Brookings
Russia and China may be more aggressive if they feel that U.S. President Donald Trump is on "his way out" after the Democratic Party flipped the midterms.
Why do sausage rolls and veterinary fees vary in price across London?
Location is not just the only factor on why prices differ across London, as Anna O'Neill finds out.
China's cleantech stocks jump as investors bet on US policy shift - Reuters
China's cleantech stocks jump as investors bet on US policy shift Reuters
China's cleantech stocks jump as investors bet on US policy shift - Reuters
China's cleantech stocks jump as investors bet on US policy shift Reuters
New Zealand leaders make final appeals as election remains tight - Reuters
New Zealand leaders make final appeals as election remains tight Reuters
New Zealand leaders make final appeals as election remains tight - Reuters
New Zealand leaders make final appeals as election remains tight Reuters
Israel’s opposition slams ‘toxic Netanyahu’ after Democrats win US Congress
Netanyahu's rivals say US midterm results show Israel 'cannot afford' to have the prime minister remain in office.
Joshua Wong, Hong Kong Democracy Activist, Is Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
Wong, one of the most high-profile members of a movement that was quashed in 2020, was accused of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces, a national security offense.
Bank of England set to hike interest rates to tackle higher inflation
The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates for the first time in over three years in order to tackle the inflation shock caused by the Iran war
An African man spent almost a year in Cambodia trying to go home
In Cambodia, workers carried out online scams against people worldwide from inside massive fortified buildings they weren't allowed to leave
Bank of England set to hike interest rates to tackle higher inflation caused by Iran war
The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates for the first time in over three years in order to tackle the inflation shock caused by the Iran war
Lured into an online scam network, an African man spent almost a year in Cambodia trying to go home
In Cambodia, workers carried out online scams against people worldwide from inside massive fortified buildings they weren't allowed to leave
Charles Barkley wasn’t impressed with heated 76ers-Pistons scuffle: ‘Been kissed harder’
Call Charles Barkley unimpressed with the bruhaha in one of the NBA’s marquee games on Wednesday night.
Tyler Kolek gets backup point guard nod in Knicks’ blowout victory
The Knicks’ pecking order at backup point guard is fluid.
Microsoft will not expand Texas data center deal with UK's Nscale, source says - Reuters
Microsoft will not expand Texas data center deal with UK's Nscale, source says Reuters
Microsoft will not expand Texas data center deal with UK's Nscale, source says - Reuters
Microsoft rejects multibillion-dollar AI deal with UK's Nscale, FT reports Reuters
Powerball ticket holder in New Jersey wins $847 million jackpot
The odds of hitting the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338.
Josh Jacobs calls more allegations of abuse surfacing ‘an attack on me’
Jacobs' attorneys released a detailed statement pushing back on the claims, and the running back addressed them on Wednesday.
Indian benchmarks near three-month highs as oil slides after US Democratic win - Reuters
Indian benchmarks open near three-month highs as oil slides after US Democratic win Reuters
Toyota posts profit surge and lifts annual outlook as hybrid sales shine - Reuters
Toyota posts profit surge and lifts annual outlook as hybrid sales shine Reuters
Toyota hikes annual outlook and unveils $89 billion shareholder return plan - Reuters
Toyota posts profit surge and lifts annual outlook as hybrid sales shine Reuters
Knicks enjoy history-tying 84-point first half in dominant win
The Knicks broke out of their early-game slump in historic fashion.
France faces new protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest - Reuters
France braces for fresh protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest Reuters
France faces new protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest - Reuters
France braces for fresh protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest Reuters
First, France Had Riots and Protests. Now It’s Bracing for a General Strike.
More than 220 demonstrations are expected to take place across the country on Thursday, escalating weeks of protests against the rising cost of living.
The New Zealand Election That Could ‘Flip the Table’
Support for the major parties — led by two men called Chris — is cratering, thanks to dissatisfaction with the economy. Minor parties stand to benefit from a desire among voters for change.
Voters Are Turning Out in Droves to Cut Autocrats Down to Size
In country after country stricken by democratic decay, overwhelming turnout in elections is making a difference.
Girls' flag football: Wednesday's City Section playoffs scores
Check out Wednesday's girls' flag football scores.
Zelenskyy hopes Democratic Congress will bring more US help for Ukraine
EU officials also urge new US Congress to step up pressure on Russia to end the four-and-a-half-year war.
Kwame Brown unloads on Bronny James with brutal ‘lost a job to that’ jab
Through Bronny James’ three-year career in the NBA, he’s been under scrutiny and criticism. Wednesday was no different. Former Los Angeles Lakers big man Kwame Brown said: “It’s mind-blowing how somebody lost a job to that.” Brown was likely referring to the Lakers’ decision to keep James over former 2024 first-round pick Dalton Knecht. A...
Martin Luther King Jr.'s only grandchild, Yolanda Renee King, is a first-time voter: 'Full circle'
Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, voted for the first time. 'I want to lead the way they did.'
Martin Luther King Jr.'s only grandchild, Yolanda Renee King, is a first-time voter: 'Full circle'
Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, voted for the first time. 'I want to lead the way they did.'
Martin Luther King Jr.'s only grandchild, Yolanda Renee King, is a first-time voter: 'Full circle'
Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, voted for the first time. 'I want to lead the way they did.'
Martin Luther King Jr.'s only grandchild, Yolanda Renee King, is a first-time voter: 'Full circle'
Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, voted for the first time. 'I want to lead the way they did.'
Martin Luther King Jr.'s only grandchild, Yolanda Renee King, is a first-time voter: 'Full circle'
Yolanda Renee King, the only grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, voted for the first time. 'I want to lead the way they did.'
Beloved ABC7 news anchor Harold Greene dead at 82: ‘Settling into the great newsroom in the sky’
The Emmy-winning broadcaster, who became a familiar face in LA households, passed away, his family announced.
All the House districts that flipped in the midterm elections
Democrats won control of the House on Tuesday by flipping more than two dozen Republican-held seats, picking up perennial swing districts and seats that were once considered deep-red.
All the House districts that flipped in the midterm elections
Democrats won control of the House on Tuesday by flipping more than two dozen Republican-held seats, picking up perennial swing districts and seats that were once considered deep-red.
All the House districts that flipped in the midterm elections
Democrats won control of the House on Tuesday by flipping more than two dozen Republican-held seats, picking up perennial swing districts and seats that were once considered deep-red.
Mamdani: ‘it’s morning again in America’ after blue wave
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged fellow Democrats to ‘fulfill promises’ after sweeping wins.
Bomb threat forces Aer Lingus Dublin-Rome flight to divert to a French military air base
The French prime minister’s office says that a flight from Ireland to Italy was diverted to a military air base in France because of a bomb threat
High school girls' volleyball: Saturday's City Section playoffs finals schedule
Here is the CIF City Section girls' volleyball schedule for Saturday.
Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz Reuters
Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz Reuters
Pound rises to its highest level since the Brexit referendum
Pound reaches highest level against a basket of currencies since the Brexit referendum a decade ago
Pound rises to its highest level since the Brexit referendum
Pound reaches highest level against a basket of currencies since the Brexit referendum a decade ago
Pound rises to its highest level since the Brexit referendum
Pound reaches highest level against a basket of currencies since the Brexit referendum a decade ago
Pound rises to its highest level since the Brexit referendum
Pound reaches highest level against a basket of currencies since the Brexit referendum a decade ago
The economy brought Trump back to power. Now it's his downfall
Participants in the CNBC Voter Poll ranked the economy the most important issue facing the country, ahead of topics tied to democracy and immigration.
Hong Kong's Joshua Wong is spending years of his adult life in prison
Joshua Wong, once a rising political star in Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement, has been sentenced again under Beijing's national security law
ANC narrowly leads DA in early South Africa municipal election results - Reuters
ANC narrowly leads DA in early South Africa municipal election results Reuters
ANC narrowly leads DA in early South Africa municipal election results - Reuters
ANC narrowly leads DA in early South Africa municipal election results Reuters
Brazilian airport torn apart by violent storm
Dramatic footage captured the moment a powerful tornado struck Chapecó Airport in Santa Catarina, Brazil
Paraguay bank collapses with half of population’s savings
Protests have erupted across Paraguay after Ueno Bank was shut down in the middle of the night over a solvency crisis.
UCLA women’s basketball wants to see you in leather
College sports are known for their unusual promotional nights, but UCLA’s women’s basketball team is taking it to another level. As the Bruins are set to host UC Irvine on Thursday night, the team is having “Leather Pants Night.” The team announced the promotion on social media on Wednesday night with a graphic featuring head...
High school boys' water polo: Wednesday's City Section playoff results and schedule
CIF Southern Section high school boys' water polo playoff results and schedule.
Most EU citizens back an urgent transition to greener fuel, survey shows - Reuters
Most EU citizens back an urgent transition to greener fuel, survey shows Reuters
Most EU citizens back an urgent transition to greener fuel, survey shows - Reuters
Most EU citizens back an urgent transition to greener fuel, survey shows Reuters
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to ten years in jail
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong, who became the global face of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement has been sentenced.
Which towns voted for Republican Mike Minogue?
Minogue lost Tuesday’s governor’s race to incumbent Gov. Maura Healey by more than 27 points, according to the Associate Press. The post Which towns voted for Republican Mike Minogue? appeared first on Boston.com.
Joshua Wong, face of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests, jailed for 10 years
Wong, 30, is among hundreds of Hongkongers detained under the controversial national security law.
Joshua Wong, face of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests, jailed for 10 years
Wong, 30, is among hundreds of Hongkongers detained under the controversial national security law.
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
Growing competition for semiconductor talent is fueling a battle over trade secrets as Chinese chipmakers gain ground.
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
Growing competition for semiconductor talent is fueling a battle over trade secrets as Chinese chipmakers gain ground.
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
Growing competition for semiconductor talent is fueling a battle over trade secrets as Chinese chipmakers gain ground.
China indicts ex-Politburo member Ma Xingrui for bribery - Reuters
China indicts ex-Politburo member Ma Xingrui for bribery Reuters
China indicts ex-Politburo member Ma Xingrui for bribery - Reuters
China indicts ex-Politburo member Ma Xingrui for bribery Reuters
Red Bulls phenom Julian Hall could soon be cap-tied to USMNT — thanks to FIFA rules
American soccer fans might soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief about Julian Hall’s international future.
World record 53 red cards shown in Brazil football match
Referees have red-carded 53 players and staff after a massive brawl in an under-20s football match in Brazil.
Vance walks Trump tightrope with scathing election critique blaming Iran war
The vice-president's blunt assessment of Republican election defeat marked one of the sharpest breaks with a sitting president in recent memory.
Vance walks Trump tightrope after blaming Iran war for election defeat
The vice-president's blunt assessment of Republican election defeat marked one of the sharpest breaks with a sitting president in recent memory.
Gold rallies as dollar, Treasury yields soften after US midterm results - Reuters
Gold hits a two-week high as dollar, Treasury yields ease after US midterm elections Reuters
Gold rallies as dollar, Treasury yields soften after US midterm results - Reuters
Gold hits a two-week high as dollar, Treasury yields ease after US midterm elections Reuters
Syria, Saudi Arabia sign defence cooperation deal, agree $403m in loans
Defence cooperation deal signed as Syria's President al-Sharaa visits Riyadh for the second time in less than a month.
Indiana carries out the first of 3 US executions taking place on a single day
An Indiana man who admitted killing his girlfriend's two young children in a house fire has been executed in the first of three lethal injections scheduled for the same day in the U.S. Jeffrey Weisheit's time of death was 12:45 a.m. Thursday
Australia to join Indonesia's wildfire waterbombing operations - Reuters
Australia to join Indonesia's wildfire waterbombing operations Reuters
Australia to join Indonesia's wildfire waterbombing operations - Reuters
Australia to join Indonesia's wildfire waterbombing operations, disaster agency says Reuters
Nets find way to finish this time for payback win over Hornets
This time the Nets held their poise and held on for a comfortable 114-104 victory over visiting Charlotte.
French unions unite for nationwide strikes, piling more pressure on Macron's government
French trade unions are joining forces for more nationwide strikes and demonstrations for higher wages and in support of the high school protest movement
Taiwan sees continued US arms sale support after midterm election - Reuters
Taiwan sees continued US arms sale support after midterm election Reuters
Reporter asks Commanders coach how he’ll stop injured Davante Adams
The Los Angeles Rams are set to travel to D.C. to take on the Washington Commanders this Sunday and are expected to do it with an injured receiving core. With Davante Adams being the biggest name to headline the injury-riddled core, reporters are still concerned about the impact he’ll have in the game. Commanders head...
Knicks, Jalen Brunson explode in decimation of Bulls to reach .500 mark
Jalen Brunson saw red and gouged the Bulls. Then his teammates feasted on the carcass.
Vietnam Jails Pirate Football Streamers For Up To a Year
An anonymous reader quotes a report from TorrentFreak: A Vietnamese court has sentenced 14 people who worked on the pirate football streaming site Bun Cha TV, handing out the first prison terms we've seen since the country's piracy crackdown began earlier this year. [...] Four defendants, including the heads of the content, programming and operatio…
Doctor who botched Christa Pike’s execution had not placed IV line since 2013: report
Investigators later determined that Pike’s IV lines had been improperly placed and caused the pentobarbital to seep into the tissue in her arms instead of entering her bloodstream.
California woman bagged $18M in COVID relief heist: feds
Marisela Nuno, 53, was charged Tuesday with allegedly defrauding two emergency small business relief programs.
"The Time, the Opportunity, and the Need to Reclaim the Republican Party from Trump and Trumpism"
I thought I'd pass along this smart and readable analysis from Bill Otis (Ringside at the Reckoning); as I've mentioned before, he and his coauthor Paul Mirengoff are my go-to people for hardheaded, pragmatic, but principled conservative views. They are probably on balance more conservative than I am, but I always much enjoy their legal and politic…
2 Native American women make history in midterms
In New Mexico, former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was elected governor, making her the first Native American woman elected to lead a U.S. state. In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan became the first Native American woman senator.
2 Native American women make history in midterms
In New Mexico, former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was elected governor, making her the first Native American woman elected to lead a U.S. state. In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan became the first Native American woman senator.
2 Native American women make history in midterms
In New Mexico, former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was elected governor, making her the first Native American woman elected to lead a U.S. state. In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan became the first Native American woman senator.
China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division - Reuters
China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division, FT reports Reuters
China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division - Reuters
China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division, FT reports Reuters
What’s delaying the US Senate election results in Mississippi and Alaska?
Ranked-choice voting may decide Alaska's Senate outcome, while Mississippi's race hangs on a knife's edge.
Islanders reviving once-hated fisherman logo
Once a widely panned fashion faux pas, the ill-fated Islanders fisherman logo will make its triumphant return Thursday night at UBS Arena.
LIV Golf faces liquidation after BC Partners scraps rescue plan
LIV Golf faces liquidation after BC Partners dropped a proposed $300 million rescue plan amid insufficient player commitments.
LIV Golf faces liquidation after BC Partners scraps rescue plan
LIV Golf faces liquidation after BC Partners dropped a proposed $300 million rescue plan amid insufficient player commitments.
Warriors’ Steve Kerr compares Steph Curry to NBA GOAT in late stages of career
From being a part of one of the greatest basketball teams ever in the 1990s as a player with the Bulls to coaching one of the greatest basketball dynasties in the 2010s with the Warriors, Steve Kerr knows what greatness looks like. The Warriors coach appeared on ESPN’s “NBA Tip-off” and told longtime host Ernie...
Hong Kong court sentences activist Joshua Wong to 10 years on national security charge - Reuters
Hong Kong court sentences activist Joshua Wong to 10 years on national security charge Reuters
Presidential historian calls Democrats' midterm wins "history in the making"
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins "The Daily Report" to break down the significance of Democrats' sweeping midterm victories.
Parliament faces 'grave risks' as more asbestos discovered ahead of revamp decision
MPs told it's crunch time for a decision on refurbishment amid warnings of a Notre Dame-style fire.
Parliament faces 'grave risks' as more asbestos discovered ahead of revamp decision
MPs told it's crunch time for a decision on refurbishment amid warnings of a Notre Dame-style fire.
More asbestos found in Parliament, as MPs urged to get on with revamp
MPs told it's crunch time for a decision on refurbishment amid warnings of a Notre Dame-style fire.
More asbestos found in Parliament, as MPs urged to get on with revamp
MPs told it's crunch time for a decision on refurbishment amid warnings of a Notre Dame-style fire.
Yankees’ Triple-A manager Shelley Duncan joining Red Sox’s big league staff
Shelley Duncan, who managed the Yankees Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre affiliate the past four seasons, is reportedly headed to their rivals.
Bangladesh's ousted premier Hasina tells the AP she will return from exile in December at any cost
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has told The Associated Press that she remains committed to returning to Bangladesh from exile in India in December
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s heartbreaking message after Jack Campbell’s scary neck injury
The Lions are dealing with something far more important than football, and Amon-Ra St. Brown is trying to keep things in perspective.
Geno Smith dialing up shot at historically great Jets season with one potential hurdle
Considering that Smith was drafted by the Jets in 2013, he knows what those names mean in franchise lore. So, sharing their company must mean something, right?
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