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The far-right AfD party won the regional elections in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. Meanwhile, the burial of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić in Belgrade today, after the EU warned against any glorification of him, is testing Serbia's EU bid.
The far-right AfD party won the regional elections in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. Meanwhile, the burial of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić in Belgrade today, after the EU warned against any glorification of him, is testing Serbia's EU bid.
Median £42,000 in reserve not enough to cover filming overrun or delay to series, industry body warnsHundreds of small UK TV companies have so little cash in reserve that a filming overrun or a delay to a series could send them bust, an industry body has warned, as programme budget cuts by broadcasters threaten their future.Analysis of the Companies House accounts filings of more than 200 of the e...
Plans would see parts of estate converted but campaigners warn it just ‘moves the crisis from one part to another’Ministers will seriously examine converting parts of the female prison estate into cells that can safely house male prisoners, as the government looks to reduce numbers of women in prison to ease strain on the system.The prisons minister Catherine McKinnell is to look into the practica...
An increasing number of Chinese pet owners are turning to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to address chronic diseases and provide hospice care for their senior pets. On one social media platform, the hashtag #petTCM has amassed over five million views, reflecting a growing willingness among people to share their experiences with TCM treatments for their pets. A pet owner from Beijing took his d...
Thirteen-year-old Mohammad Reza Barfar remembers the free kick more clearly than almost anything else on February 28 when the US-led attack on Iran began. The football-loving schoolboy went to a local field after classes for a match between his village and another team. He scored from a free kick and his brother captured the goal on video. Hours later, Mohammad Reza was lying wounded amid smoke an...
Hong Kong’s tourism watchdog has revoked the licences of two travel agencies and a guide after finding they failed to protect members of mainland Chinese tour groups from being subjected to “coerced shopping”. The Travel Industry Authority said on Monday that the licences of Go Go Ming Travel Services, Grandee Travel Company and guide Sun Kwun-ying had been revoked with immediate effect. “The auth...
Heavy rainfall hit eastern Japan and elsewhere on Monday, with the weather agency urging maximum vigilance against landslides on Niijima and Oshima islands, south of Tokyo, and a woman dying in Iwaki in the northeast after her car became submerged. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a special landslide warning for Niijima after more than 480mm (19 inches) of rain fell there over 24 hours, the ...
From the museum loan of the century, to the bewitching return of Practical Magic — here's what to look out for this week.
Dwight Howard is once again listing his sprawling Georgia estate, this time at a steep $14.5 million, a price much higher than before. This remarkable mansion, sitting on fourteen picturesque acres, boasts twelve lavish bedrooms and bathrooms, ensuring comfort for all. Beyond the main living spaces, it comes with extensive vehicle storage and dedicated guest facilities, hinting at a lifestyle of o...
Thousands of videos and images of unidentified children had been found on the man's mobile phone in 2022, when police searched his phone in connection with another criminal case, police said in December.
A massive fire at a market in the Indonesia village of Babuda has claimed the lives of eleven people.
Video footage from Miami shows an Amazon Air cargo plane overshoot the runway while attempting to land.
Over an impressive span of 46 years, Brother Joseph Zoettl created enchanting miniature religious sites, relying on postcards and donated jewelry for inspiration. Nestled in northern Alabama, the Ave Maria Grotto displays 125 intricate models on a beautiful four-acre property. Since being included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, this folk-art gem continues to attract visitors.
Every year, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree becomes a holiday landmark in New York City. But since 2007, its story has continued after the decorations come down. Tishman Speyer donates the tree’s milled lumber to Habitat for Humanity, where it is used in homes and construction projects. The wood has helped families across several US communities, turning a famous Christmas tradition into part...
The footage and other evidence the FBI failed to share undermine Omar al-Bayoumi's 25 years of denials.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in Greenland to discuss the Arctic's growing importance among allies. The visit comes as Brussels is busy preparing a reviewed Arctic policy, with experts warning it must have security and defence at its core.
Research indicates that tiger worms did not decompose Ascaris eggs present in faecal waste during lab trials. The eggs remained intact and capable of survival following prolonged exposure to the worms. A majority of the eggs were discovered within the coir layer of the biodigesters. As a result, the produced vermicompost and effluent must not be deemed safe for farming, necessitating additional te...
Ashlyn Nassif, daughter of Toplace boss who fled Australia in 2022, had pleaded guilty to providing false or misleading information to obtain loan from WestpacFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe daughter of a fugitive property developer has avoided jail after a Sydney judge said she was “not some sort of proxy for her...
Rightwing NSW powerbrokers are alleged to have received illegal political donations from fugitive developerFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo Liberal operatives traded photos and messages about whether to buy a Porsche or a Ferrari with payments they received for Toplace projects they got approved via a New South Wal...
Paris FC beat Olympique de Marseille 3–2 at the Vélodrome thanks to a hat-trick from Lassine Sinayoko. Paris FC sit second but OM remain stuck in 10th place in the table.
Paris FC beat Olympique de Marseille 3–2 at the Vélodrome thanks to a hat-trick from Lassine Sinayoko. Paris FC sit second but OM remain stuck in 10th place in the table.
During a vibrant religious festival, a tragic pyrotechnic explosion claimed the lives of at least ten individuals and left sixty-four injured. The catastrophe took place near the Nuestra Señora de la Luz church in Temascalcingo, where walls crumbled amidst chaos as fireworks malfunctioned. The explosion was linked to a traditional ritual featuring a straw bull equipped with fireworks, and official...
Eyewitnesses say two-to-four dozen are thought to have been inside the five-storey hostel when it came down.
Nearly half the world's farmers get poisoned with pesticides annually, while global pesticide use continues to rise, a study finds.
From mountain walks and Romanesque churches to glacial lakes and medieval villages, discover a slower side of Spain on a journey through the spectacular Pyrenees.
MEPs are on course to end the long-standing measure, which was introduced over alleged violations of EU values under Viktor Orbán’s government. A mission to Hungary in October would assess the progress of Péter Magyar’s administration, with a final decision expected in early 2027.
