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Is China’s Shenzhen ready to host Xi, Trump and Putin during Apec summit?

In Shenzhen, drones are banned, shiny new hotels have opened their doors and taxi drivers are carrying devices that can translate nearly 150 languages. Since President Xi Jinping announced last year that China’s southern tech hub would host Apec meetings in November, the city has done all it can to get ready under the watchful eyes of the local, provincial and national authorities. While every Ape...

Teacher fought US school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'

The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.

US ranchers win pipeline compensation fight but face $300,000 legal bill, Supreme Court to hear case

A group of North Dakota ranchers who spent nearly $300,000 fighting a pipeline company over land compensation have taken their dispute over legal expenses to the US Supreme Court. Although they reached a settlement, an appeals court ruled that the company need not cover their legal costs. The Supreme Court will hear the case on November 9.

10 charred to death in fire at seaside resort in Bangladesh

Stephen King’s $3 million pledge helped transform hometown library into a $9.6 million project

Stephen and Tabitha King have committed $3 million to the Bangor Public Library renovation, provided that $6 million is raised through community efforts. Thanks to local support and a municipal bond, the library hit its $9 million target, kickstarting essential upgrades like roof repairs and improved community spaces, honoring both its historical significance and modern audience requirements.

Forgotten John Constable Painting: $37 buy authenticated at $315,000; other 2024 finds hidden in plain sight

Hidden away in a cupboard for years, a painting believed to be by John Constable was recently found and has skyrocketed in value from its auction price of $37 to an astounding $315,000. This extraordinary revelation joins the ranks of remarkable discoveries, like a rare Lego mask and a Victorian brooch, which emphasize that ordinary objects can possess extraordinary worth.

Snakes Found Inside Airport: Venomous western browns spotted in terminal; experts explain heat-driven visits

As summer approaches, Alice Springs Airport is preparing for an influx of snake sightings, with multiple reports emerging from terminal areas. In response, the airport management has put in place monitoring systems and hired professionals for safe snake removal. Travelers are encouraged to remain alert and immediately report any sightings to airport personnel, emphasizing safety first in this rept...

LIVE: India vs West Indies – fifth T20 International

Follow updates, including toss and team news, from our live text commentary stream of the series decider.

As Israel blocks PA funding, the West Bank’s healthcare system is failing

Hospitals across the occupied West Bank have been hit by a funding shortage.

Sudan’s army claims dozens of RSF fighters killed in Nyala attack

Rapid Support Forces accuses army of killing 30 civilians in attack on Nyala's busy livestock market.

Ligue 1: Paris Saint-Germain aim to build on recent progress at Strasbourg

Fresh from their impressive 4-2 Champions League win on Manchester City’s home turf on Wednesday, PSG travel to Strasbourg on Saturday in Ligue 1. They aim to secure a fourth consecutive league win and maintain their growing momentum ahead of Tuesday's Champions League showdown with Barcelona. 

Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery, the Vatican says

Pope Leo has left hospital, four days after his lung cancer surgery.

Pope Leo to leave hospital today after lung cancer surgery, the Vatican says

The Pope is set to leave hospital on Saturday four days after his lung cancer surgery, the Vatican has said.

IMF urges support for poorer nations facing high inflation, war spillovers

Low-income countries spend up to 14 percent of their revenue on debt repayments, IMF chief says.

Zelensky drums up European backing as Trump ties slump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged EU leaders Friday to keep financing Kyiv's fight with nearly $80 billion more next year, as he insisted he was standing up for his country amid a fresh row with US President Donald Trump.

Trump waives new Russia sanctions as Ukraine ties slump

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday that waived sweeping US sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia's energy revenues, marking a new low in Washington's ties with war-torn Ukraine. Our correspondent Gulliver Cragg tells us more.

Super tanker ablaze after striking mine in Strait of Hormuz, IRGC says

The IRGC navy accused the tanker of having turned off its positioning and radar systems in an effort to evade detection.

Houthis strike Yemen’s Aden: What that means

What we know about the Houthi strikes on Aden’s presidential palace and airport, and why they matter.

Iran-backed Houthis strike Yemen’s Aden: What that means

What we know about the Houthi strikes on Aden’s presidential palace and airport, and why they matter.

Students, trade unions and Yellow Vests set to protest across France

Tens of thousands of ⁠people are expected to ​protest across France on Saturday, as students, trade unionists and remnants of the Yellow Vest movement join forces to demonstrate against high prices and ​the country's fraying social model.

Man arrested for alleged HK$450,000 theft of wife’s Chanel and Hermes bags, Rolex

Hong Kong police have arrested the husband of a 34-year-old woman for allegedly stealing luxury goods worth HK$450,000 (US$57,700) from her at home. The woman, surnamed Chan, reported the case to police at around 8.30am on Saturday morning at their home in the Ocean One residential development in Yau Tong. According to police, Chan suspected that her 40-year-old husband, surnamed Lam, had stolen v...

All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s team

Half of the women on Trump’s team have been replaced by men, while men facing misconduct allegations remainDonald Trump is not, by any measure, a feminist. He has said so himself. But the president has often pointed to his hiring and promoting of women in an attempt to stave off criticism of both his policies and personal conduct over the years.During his second term, however, there is one common ...

All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s cabinet

Half of Trump’s female cabinet officials have been replaced by men, while men facing misconduct allegations remainDonald Trump is not, by any measure, a feminist. He has said so himself. But the president has often pointed to his hiring and promoting of women in an attempt to stave off criticism of both his policies and personal conduct over the years.During his second term, however, there is one ...

Honeybees are barging aside wild pollinators in hunt for pollen and nectar, study finds

As a surge in beekeepers has lead to increased numbers of honeybees, researchers record them pushing bumblebees and other rival species away from flowersHoneybees are outcompeting wild pollinators for resources by aggressively bumping into them and chasing them away from flowers, research has shown.The study, by researchers from Anglia Ruskin University, found that areas where there were higher co...

Squash down: smaller pumpkins expected this Halloween after drought in England

Data shows 2026 could be worst harvest on record, as growers suggest painting faces on vegetables instead of carvingIn the lead-up to Halloween, front porches across the country feature fat, proudly carved pumpkins, lit from within by tea lights.But this year there is likely to be a shortage due to drought, experts have warned, with the squashes much smaller than usual. Continue reading...