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'It's terrifying': Ukraine and Europe on edge as Trump sides with Putin
Trump’s pivot towards Putin has reignited fears that Washington is pushing Ukraine towards capitulation, regardless of the consequences. Alarmed, Europeans are scrambling to get the peace talks back on track.
Québec, Kyoto and Wachau Valley: These are the world’s best places to visit for autumn foliage
The top spot went to Québec City, with only one European destination making the cut.
Some of Europe’s highest energy costs expected in Britain this winter
Official forecasts show country will meet energy demand by paying high prices to secure importsGreat Britain is expected to pay some of the highest energy costs in Europe this winter as its reliance on imports to ensure a steady supply is forecast to deepen.Energy system operators have said the country will have enough gas and electricity to meet demand over the coldest months – in part because of...
Milan braces for more unrest as debate intensifies over Italy’s ‘lost generation’
Protests and fringe violence expose sharp divide between marginalised and immigrant youth and those with greater prospectsMartina Miccichè was filming riot police kicking and beating a teenager with batons as they dragged him along Piazza del Duomo, the central Milan square hosting its cathedral, when she was struck by a flying object, causing a deep gash and bruising near her right eye.The journa...
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MoD seeks out-of-court resolution over compensation battle with gay veterans
Exclusive: West Streeting says MoD in talks amid legal challenge by LGBT staff forced out of militaryWes Streeting is pursuing an out-of-court resolution to a legal battle over compensation for gay veterans who were forced to resign from the armed forces because of their sexuality.The defence secretary told the Guardian the Ministry of Defence was holding talks this week in the midst of a high cou...
Youth mobility scheme may be delayed to ensure success of UK-EU summit
Visa quotas, university fees and NHS surcharges remain sticking points ahead of post-Brexit negotiations next monthA deadline for a youth mobility scheme between the EU and the UK could be deferred by six months in a bid to ensure Andy Burnham has a successful “reset” summit on 20 November, diplomats have said.EU ambassadors in Brussels on Wednesday heard that the UK was still insisting on interna...
Jim Chalmers faces a world of hard choices where the solution to one problem makes the other worse
High inflation, low growth and rising unemployment can be added to the federal treasurer’s wall of worriesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastJim Chalmers in a speech last week offered the scant encouragement that the economy would be “a bit better” in a year’s time.Fast forward to Friday morning, and the treasurer revealed that his officials were busy downgrading their fore...
Nigeria and Kenya Ebola patients may have crossed paths at Uganda airport, officials say
Officials say they both travelled through Entebbe International Airport on 3 October.
Major emitters fall short on climate action despite health pledges in their climate plans
Governments claim to protect public health while failing to tackle fossil fuel dependence, as new research by the Global Climate and Health Alliance exposes a gap between climate rhetoric and action.
No bots: Japan drafts rules for social media platforms ahead of local elections
Japan’s communications ministry on Friday unveiled draft guidelines outlining measures for 13 major social media operators to help reduce the impact of misinformation and disinformation that could undermine fairness during elections. The guidelines also include measures such as requiring operators to establish eligibility requirements and strict screening procedures for users of monetisation featu...
Grenade exercise sparked deadly fire at Canada military base, army says
High winds propelled the blaze across the army base in Wainwright, killing four soldiers and injuring dozens more.
Ontario farmer rejects C$16 million offer to protect his 164-acre fruit farm
Charles Stevens and his family have decided to protect Wilmot Orchards by placing a conservation easement on the property. This easement effectively restricts future development for nearly 1,000 years, ensuring continued agricultural use. Their decision counters pressures from developers seeking to convert farmland into housing. The Stevens family aims to preserve the land for future generations o...
Finnish watchmaker Kari Voutilainen’s limited-edition steel watch sells for $1.016 million at auction
At a recent Phillips auction, an exquisite stainless-steel timepiece crafted by renowned watchmaker Kari Voutilainen commanded an impressive $1.016 million, far surpassing its estimated value. The Voutilainen 28Sport Limited Edition features a stunning blue guilloché dial complemented by a striking black onyx center. Originally acquired in 2021, this watch's sale underscores the increasing allure ...
Portland man turns $48,412 backyard makeover into $85,000 rental business
Rob Nachbar skillfully turned his once-simple backyard in Portland into a thriving rental space known as Pong Springs. This five-year renovation, which cost $48,412, prioritized weather-resistant structures and enhanced privacy features. Since its launch on Swimply, Nachbar has generated approximately $106,000 in revenue. The yard not only hosts various events but also provides the family with a s...
‘I am not resigning’: embattled leader digs in as Malaysia royal crisis deepens
Embattled Negeri Sembilan chief minister Ismail Lasim has denied claims that he has resigned, as a constitutional crisis in the Malaysian state spiralled further following a move by his executive council to challenge their sacking by the state’s ruler in court. The state has been all but paralysed by a dispute that began in April over who has the right to sit on Negeri Sembilan’s throne, bringing ...
Albanian opposition and ruling party lawmakers scuffle in parliament over student protest tensions
The clashes broke out after parliamentary leadership rejected opposition demands to debate ten days of student demonstrations that have gripped the capital Tirana.
Keeping Madhubala alive: The fight for Karachi’s captive elephants
Karachi's last two African elephants remain in captivity. Their sisters are already dead. Will they survive?
Japan village looks to young Peruvians to tackle ageing population
A small Japanese village facing an ageing population and labour shortages is hoping to attract young residents from Peru through a new sister-city partnership.
Honduras squeezes Chinese firms; Super Typhoon Champi nears Taiwan: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Honduras targets Chinese shops, state builder as president sits on Taiwan pledge Honduran migration officials have summoned or placed ...
Israel preparing full lockdown of occupied West Bank after Hebron gunfight
Clampdown comes as Israeli pogroms heighten tensions and spread violence across Palestinian territory.
Israel preparing full lockdown of occupied West Bank after Hebron gun fight
Clampdown comes as Israeli pogroms heighten tension and spread violence across Palestinian territory.
Israeli military kills 2 in Hebron gun battle as tensions soar in West Bank
Violence flares as Israeli pogroms heighten tension across Palestinian territory.
Israeli military kills 2 in Hebron gun battle as tension soars in West Bank
Violence flaring as Israeli pogroms heighten tension across Palestinian territory.
Israel arrests 36 Palestinians in the West Bank, attacks on farmers ramp up
Israeli pogroms on Palestinian farmers and their lands during the olive harvest season intensify.
Magnitude-7 earthquake hits Tibet, killing at least 16 and destroying hundreds of homes
Search and rescue efforts under way after quake strikes region’s north, officials say, while at least seven aftershocks recordedA magnitude-7 earthquake has hit Tibet, killing at least 16 people, injuring 54 and collapsing hundreds of homes in the northern regional city of Nagqu, official media said.Search and rescue efforts continued after the collapse of at least 339 homes and 20 livestock sheds...
Magnitude-7 earthquake hits China’s Tibet, killing at least 16 and destroying hundreds of homes
Search and rescue efforts under way after quake strikes region’s north, officials say, while at least seven aftershocks recordedA magnitude-7 earthquake has hit China’s Tibet region, killing at least 16 people, injuring 54 and collapsing hundreds of homes in the northern regional city of Nagqu, official media said.Search and rescue efforts continued after the collapse of at least 339 homes and 20 ...
Magnitude 7 earthquake strikes Tibet killing at least 16 people and destroying hundreds of homes
It was the most powerful earthquake to strike the region in five years, according to Chinese media.
Heat killed ‘staggering’ 50,000 people in Europe’s cities this summer, scientists warn
People succumbed to heat at highest rates in Malta, Italy and Hungary, with health issues, loneliness and poverty exacerbating tollHeat killed a record 50,000 people in European cities this summer, new research suggests, with scientists blaming climate breakdown for two in every three of the deaths.Morgues and funeral homes filled with bodies from June to August as the heat added by planet-baking ...
What do the protests in France look like from China? Internet users weigh in
Internet users in China are watching the protests in France with a mix of geopolitical cynicism, domestic pride and sadness at the damage to French landmarks. The protests started in September, when students and teachers in southeastern Paris rallied against deteriorating school conditions. Those specific grievances quickly escalated into nationwide protests at the rising cost of living and declin...