Wyoming ranch visited by Queen Elizabeth II hits market for $24.5M
Times of India •

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 ...

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

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

SCMP •

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

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

The Guardian •

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

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

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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 reports second Ebola case, family member of first patient

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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

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

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

Times of India •

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

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

Times of India •

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.

What is causing the haze in Southeast Asia? Key facts explained

What is causing the haze in Southeast Asia? Key facts explained

Times of India •

The ongoing wildfires in Indonesia have led to a sharp rise in respiratory issues across the region, significantly impacting air quality in neighboring countries like Singapore and Malaysia. This environmental crisis has caused escalating tensions as Indonesian officials feel mounting pressure to boost firefighting efforts and seek help from affected nations.

Donald Trump claims ‘Iran war will end very soon’ as midterm rallies heat up – US politics live

Donald Trump claims ‘Iran war will end very soon’ as midterm rallies heat up – US politics live

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The US president said that the war will end ‘as soon as I want it to end’ as the midterms take place under a cloud of economic uncertaintySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxUS president Donald Trump claimed the Iran war ‘will end very soon,’ as voters consider their options ahead of midterm elections that are taking place amid economic uncertainty and ongo...

Russia detains Swedish citizen as Moscow eyes future prisoner swaps

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The FSB arrested the Swedish citizen in Pskov region on terrorism charges and Japanese journalist Yuki Imai on Sakhalin on espionage charges, days after former president Medvedev wrote that Russia may need to “fill up the exchange pool with European and American idiots” to recover Russians abroad.

'Planned terrorist acts on behalf of Ukraine': Swedish national arrested in Russia

'Planned terrorist acts on behalf of Ukraine': Swedish national arrested in Russia

Times of India •

Russia’s FSB has detained a Swedish national accused of planning terrorist acts and sabotage for Ukraine. The agency claims he illegally crossed the border to execute these attacks on military facilities. Identified as Freddy Lindholm, he allegedly trained in drone operations after signing a contract with Ukraine’s army. His detention highlights Russian measures against foreign espionage amid ongo...

‘Booking overlap’ forces Hong Kong Pride Parade to cancel indoor market

‘Booking overlap’ forces Hong Kong Pride Parade to cancel indoor market

SCMP •

The Hong Kong Pride Parade committee has cancelled an indoor event at Central Market next month after being told the venue is unavailable due to an “administrative error”. In a social media post on Thursday, the committee said its Rainbow Market, scheduled for November 14 at the revamped landmark, had been cancelled because the venue “could no longer host it”. The group said it approached Central ...

French teen charged in school shooting cites revenge for bullying

French teen charged in school shooting cites revenge for bullying

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Anti-terrorism prosecutors said a 14-year-old involved in a shooting that wounded teaching staff at a school in the south of France earlier this week was acting out of revenge for bullying. The teenager was charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody Wednesday.

France charges teen shooter citing revenge for bullying in school

France charges teen shooter citing revenge for bullying in school

France 24 •

Anti-terrorism prosecutors said a 14-year-old involved in a shooting that wounded teaching staff at a school in the south of France earlier this week was acting out of revenge for bullying. The teenager was charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody Wednesday.