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U.S. taking Putin’s side would be a ‘historic mistake,’ Zelenskyy says

The Ukrainian leader told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that Ukrainian officials believe the decision to limit Starlink, imposed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, came from the U.S. government.

U.S. taking Putin’s side would be a ‘historic mistake,’ says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the U.S. formally siding with Russia’s Vladimir Putin would be a “historic mistake,” but said he still sees President Donald Trump as an ally despite a series of moves that have unsettled his country and its allies on Capitol Hill.

Texas Supreme Court to decide if city can seize land for a privately run golf facility

The Texas Supreme Court will examine an eminent domain case involving Westworth Village's attempt to acquire land from Jim Burgess for a golf facility. Following a previous ruling that deemed the taking unconstitutional on public use grounds, the case delves into the legality of local governments appropriating private property for private enterprise projects. This decision holds the potential to s...

Hurricane threatens to bring flooding, mudslides to Mexico's Pacific Coast

Hurricane Trudy is bringing heavy rain and wind to Mexico's Pacific coast, threatening some areas with "life-threatening" flooding and mudslides, forecasters said.

There’s a ‘New Middle East’, but not the one Israel planned

Instead of redrawing the region, Israel's wars of expasion pushed the region to work together against it.

Ukrainian drone attack on Saint Petersburg kills one, sets refinery ablaze

A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's second-largest city Saint Petersburg killed at least one person and hospitalised another five on Sunday. The attack – which also sparked fires at an oil refinery and depot – comes as Kyiv accused Russia of violating Washington's "energy ceasefire" dozens of times.   

Ukraine sets Saint Petersburg refinery ablaze in large-scale drone attack

A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's second-largest city Saint Petersburg killed at least one person and hospitalised another five on Sunday. The attack – which also sparked fires at an oil refinery and depot – comes as Kyiv accused Russia of violating Washington's "energy ceasefire" dozens of times.   

Pope Leo pledges return to duties following lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo pledged on Sunday to slowly resume his usual activities as the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics as he greeted crowds in St. Peter’s Square during his first public event since undergoing surgery for lung cancer five days ago. The 71-year-old pontiff had an ‌operation on Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, fuelling speculation about how his illness might change hi...

How a hospital ship helps buoy China’s strategic mission in Africa

By the time the Chinese navy hospital ship had docked in the Guinean capital Conakry earlier this month, patients were already queuing for free consultations. The queues in front of the Auspicious Ark were so long that some people were told to come back the next day, according to Guinean media reports. The ship, operated by the PLA Navy, offers a range of medical services wherever it stops, includ...

Who is Mehrdad Akhlaghi, Iran’s new tech-focused defence minister?

Akhlaghi's experience centres on ballistic missiles, aerospace technology and defence-industrial production.

EPA quietly backtracks on claims US has phased out toxic Pfas compounds

Agency changes wording on website as Texas-based chemical firm continues manufacture of plastic containersThe Environmental Protection Agency has quietly backtracked on a claim that the US has phased out two of the most dangerous Pfas compounds – Pfoa and Pfos.The EPA has found that virtually no level of exposure to either in drinking water is safe, and the International Agency for Research on Can...

New NHS England policy for trans people could have ‘a number of adverse impacts’, report finds

Exclusive: rules on same-sex wards could lead to delays in care, discrimination and animosity between groups, finds internal assessmentTrans people could face delays and a greater risk of “corridor care” under new NHS England guidance that means they will no longer be able to use same-sex wards, according to an internal report.An NHS England impact assessment, seen by the Guardian, stated that tra...

Some conservative states aren’t using Medicaid hardship exemption – for political reasons

States like Missouri and Iowa are choosing to not take up exemption designed to help low-income people keep coverage during hardshipSome conservative states that have rejected hardship exemptions for the new Medicaid requirements may be choosing not to due to political reasons, experts say.New federal work requirements for Medicaid, slated to come into effect on 1 January, mean that adults enrolle...

Second-hand smartphone traders eye Hong Kong as springboard for global exports

A pavilion dedicated to second-hand smartphones has made its debut at a Hong Kong trade show now under way, drawing international recycling platforms, refurbishers and automated kiosk operators hoping to use the city as a springboard to export used devices to other markets. The inaugural Global Mobile Exchange Pavilion, co-hosted by the Hong Kong International Communications Electronic Chamber (HK...

Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg

At least one person was killed in the strikes, which also hit a data centre used by Russia's equivalent of Facebook.

5 dogs found dead near San Tin fish ponds in suspected poisoning case

Hong Kong police have launched an animal cruelty investigation after five dogs were found dead near fish ponds in the northern New Territories, with sources saying the animals may have been poisoned. The force received a report on Sunday morning from a passer-by who spotted four dog carcasses at a fish pond in San Tin, near Mai Po, and suspected the animals had been mistreated. When officers arriv...

Paris protests: A look at the aftermath

Following yesterday's demonstrations in Paris, where violent clashes erupted between police and protesters, our reporter Antonia Kerrigan returns to place de la République.

JD Vance’s immigration tiger is turning on its rider

US Vice President JD Vance admitted his rhetoric on H-1B visas was flawed during a recent town hall event. An Indian-American woman challenged him on his stance, suggesting it scapegoats immigrants. Vance defended his position by claiming he was criticizing corporate practices rather than foreign workers. His remarks have led to significant backlash from various groups regarding his mixed heritage...

Russia sold Alaska for peanuts. Now it guards America against Moscow

In 1867, Russia sold Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million, reflecting strategic concerns. The decision stemmed from fears of potential conflict with Britain during the Crimean War. Subsequent discoveries of natural resources transformed Alaska's economic importance significantly over the years. Alaska emerged as a crucial military platform for the United States against the Russian Far East...

In 2015, Taylor Swift gave $50,000 to Seattle Symphony; 11 years later, its school programme lives on

In December 2015, Taylor Swift made a notable donation of $50,000 to the Seattle Symphony. This contribution supported the Link Up education programme, which introduces orchestral music to young students. The funding also benefitted the musicians' pension fund as part of the symphony's broader mission. Over the years, Link Up has successfully engaged thousands of children through interactive music...

Houston’s vacant lot becomes a colourful park built from discarded art

Charity shop raises £85,860 from donated banknotes, including one featuring young Queen Elizabeth II

An anonymous donation of nearly 160 lots of rare banknotes to a British Heart Foundation charity shop in Edinburgh has raised £85,860 at auction. The collection included a banknote featuring a young Queen Elizabeth II and rare currency specimens from Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Staff initially had no idea of its value. The proceeds will support research into heart and circulatory diseases.

Pope Leo says he will resume activities after cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV​ thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday, one day after being discharged from the hospital for cancer surgery.

Dozens of critically endangered orangutans saved from rampant wildfires in Indonesia

Conservation groups have saved at least 51 orangutans in Indonesia from August 6 to October 19 as rampant wildfires and a months-long pollution spell have threatened their natural habitat. 

Funeral held for 75 Palestinians after remains recovered from Gaza ruins

Most of the victims were from the Daraj neighbourhood in Gaza City, the Health Ministry says.