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Syrian authorities arrest main suspect in 2013 Baniyas mass killings

Ali Kayali, also known as Mihrac Ural, was apprehended as he tried to cross the border, state media reported.

Watch: Harry and Meghan at first joint engagement since UK return

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are making several public appearances in Nottingham.

Hong Kong teenager pleads guilty to acid attack on Singaporean tourist

A 19-year-old teenager has admitted splashing corrosive liquid on a Singaporean tourist in Hong Kong last year, leaving her with second-degree burns. The High Court on Thursday heard the guilty plea from Anson Kew, who was 17 when he threw a corrosive solution at 36-year-old Jiang Wen, who was visiting the city, on June 9 last year. Jiang was getting into a vehicle in Wan Chai when Kew, dressed in...

Washington uses helicopters to fly 6,000 logs into remote streams to restore salmon habitats

Helicopters are being used to deliver over 6,000 logs to remote streams in central Washington. The project aims to enhance salmon and bull trout habitats by creating pools and sheltered spaces. Log placement helps to retain water and slows down stream currents while allowing for better floodplain connectivity. The initiative is a response to past river management practices that greatly damaged the...

'American abandonment' threatens Ukraine's civilians in war against Russia

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, October 15: First, reported Starlink disruptions in Ukraine make the European front pages. Next, US papers go into more detail about the situation. Also, an unusual alliance forms in Germany between far-right and far-left parties. Meanwhile, the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards have been announced. Finally, Finland flaunts its smelly islands.

Hollywood actress Pat Crowley’s Bel-Air home lists for nearly $16 million after more than 50 years; Howard Hughes once landed a plane nearby

US wants to ‘compete’ in Central Asia, ambassador says ahead of Rubio visit

The US wants to “compete” in resource-rich Central Asia, a senior American official has said as Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to head to a region of growing Chinese influence. In New Delhi on Thursday, US ambassador to India Sergio Gor said this weekend’s C5+1 ministerial meeting between the five Central Asian countries and the US in Uzbekistan would be an opportunity to “showcase Americ...

Who is Holden Bierman? American teen who built a sustainable swimwear brand with $500

At just 12 years old, Holden Bierman founded Coastal Cool during the pandemic with a modest $500 loan. Originally selling casual apparel, he shifted focus to creating eco-friendly swimwear made from recycled materials. By partnering with Tidey Ocean, Bierman supports ocean plastic removal with every sale. While managing his business, he sacrifices typical high school experiences but aims to expand...

Shenzhen offers discount fares, other perks to keep residents off roads during Apec summit

Shenzhen residents have been encouraged to work from home and reduce their driving during the coming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, as the local government unveiled logistics arrangements for one of the year’s biggest events. The measures included “flexible work arrangements” and “green travel policies”, as the city seeks to balance “high-standard support for foreign affairs acti...

Revealed: Serbian ruler’s secret role in ‘illegal’ effort to help Trump business

Exclusive: Aleksandar Vučić personally intervened to push plans for controversial $500m Trump Tower in Belgrade, which sparked protests and a criminal caseSerbia’s authoritarian ruler personally intervened to advance an allegedly illegal scheme to hand over a protected site in Belgrade for a Trump tower, the Guardian can reveal.Aleksandar Vučić summoned officials to a meeting at his presidential o...

Fighting in Yemen intensifies: What’s the latest on the battlefield?

Houthis attempt to raise the cost of the Yemen war for Saudi Arabia as attacks, fighting intensify.

Obama says drift towards extremism 'not inevitable'

More than 12,000 people filled a major venue in the city to hear the former US president's take on the challenges the world is facing. .

Wes Streeting in US for Hegseth meeting as Ukraine tensions escalate – UK politics live

Defence secretary’s meeting comes after Burnham said he would help facilitate reconciliation between Zelenskyy and TrumpLabour says it’s told all of its local councils who share power with the Green Party to review their agreements after the Greens passed a “Zionism is Racism” motion at their autumn conference earlier this month.If Green coalition partners don’t agree to condemn the policy, the La...

Wyoming ranch visited by Queen Elizabeth II hits market for $24.5M

The Quarter Circle Lazy B Ranch, spanning 1,542 acres in Wyoming, is now on the market for $24.5 million. This family-owned property has been in the Wallop family since 1889 and hosted notable guests like Queen Elizabeth II. The ranch features a luxury lodge, multiple homes, and retains its panoramic mountain views and tranquility. Accessible to the town of Sheridan, the ranch offers both privacy ...

FIFA set for rule change after Balogun red card row at the World Cup: reports

The governing body's council is expected to prohibit disciplinary committees from overturning match suspensions.

Three dead as heavy rainfall and floods hit Istanbul

Three people have died and 2,700 evacuated as heavy rainfall and floods have shut down Istanbul.

Azerbaijan engineers rare summit with in-conflict Middle East and Asian leaders

Israel and Iran have met for a rare “confidence-building measures” summit in Baku, with Azerbaijan saying it serves as a “a connecting hub in the Eurasian space.”

Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia could be postponed by a year amid Houthi attacks

The tournament is scheduled to begin on January 7 but could be moved by a year if needed, AFC president says.

EU leaders clash over trillion-euro budget as fears grow over French election fallout

EU leaders locked horns on Thursday over the bloc’s next long-term budget as they kicked off talks in Brussels under pressure to seal a deal before several high-stakes elections next year, most crucially in France. The 27-nation European Union wants an agreement by Christmas, worried that any future deal-making will be derailed by potential Eurosceptic wins across the bloc, including in France whe...

Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo had bouts of psychosis, inquest hears

William Chapman’s family describe ‘severe distress’ after Donald Trump shares footage of the attack on social mediaA man who was killed by a tiger at a South Yorkshire zoo had suffered bouts of psychosis, his family told an inquest opening, as they expressed concerns about his contact with mental health services before his death.William Chapman was mauled to death by the animal at Yorkshire Wildli...

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson sentenced to 15 years for child sexual abuse – latest updates

Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 counts of sexual abuse against two women when they were children The DUP has disowned its former leader and condemned his crimes but faced a backlash from supporters amid allegations the party turned a blind eye to other misbehaviour by Donaldson, including drunkenness and sexual harassment.The jury in the four-week trial found that his wife, Eleanor, aided an...

Kenya reports second Ebola case, family member of first patient

Kenya reported a second case of Ebola on Wednesday, about a week after recording its first ever infection of the viral disease when a Kenyan who had been living in Congo died in a Nairobi hospital ​on October 5. The ‌second patient, a 39-year-old man, is a close family member of the first case and was already ⁠in quarantine when he fell ill on Tuesday, the health ministry said in a statement.

Albania’s prime minister vows not to resign over student-led protests

Demonstrators are demanding resignation of Edi Rama after three days of clashes in TiranaAlbania’s prime minister, Edi Rama, has said he will not resign over student-led demonstrations, as protesters and police clashed in the country’s capital for a third consecutive day.Police used teargas and water cannon to disperse demonstrators marching along several main roads around Tirana, while protests s...

Tampa Theatre turns 100: Historic movie palace reopens after $24.5 million restoration

Tampa Theatre has successfully wrapped up an extensive restoration initiative that commenced earlier this year. This project focused on revamping treasured decorations and upgrading essential infrastructure for future enhancements. A newly added education wing will support community-driven programs and classes, bolstering its cultural significance. Historical artifacts have been recovered and rest...

Hawaii’s Hā‘ena State Park reopens after 39 days following Hurricane Lowell

Hā‘ena State Park on Kaua‘i reopened on October 15 after being closed due to Hurricane Lowell. Visitors can now access specific hiking trails and Kē‘ē Beach, but restrictions remain. Overnight camping is still prohibited, while hiking beyond two miles along the Kalalau Trail is not allowed. Other state parks on Kaua‘i remain closed or have limited access due to extensive storm damage.