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Oregon woman sold home to son-in-law, says he promised she could stay for life; court rejects claim

An Oregon woman who sold her home worth approximately $398,000 to her son-in-law for $270,000 in 2006 claimed she was promised the right to live there for life. After a dispute over her occupancy, a trial court ruled in her favour. However, the Oregon Court of Appeals overturned the decision, finding that the written sale documents transferred her entire ownership interest without reserving a life...

Mont Blanc nearly two metres taller than in 2023

France's tallest mountain was nearly two metres higher last month than its last reported measurement in 2023, surveyors said Wednesday, putting the Alpine peak at 4,807.47 metres (15,772.5 feet). Researchers have been measuring the mountain every two years to three years since 2001, hoping to garner information about the impact of climate change on the Alps.

PSG outgun embattled Man City in six-goal Champions League thriller

Paris Saint-Germain further soured the mood at the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City's first home game since the guilty verdict on widespread flouting of Premier League financial rules ended in a 4-2 Champions League defeat on Wednesday. The European champions turned on the style to strike three times inside the opening 35 minutes through Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembele and Vitinha.

Restrictions expose Ukraine's Starlink dependency in Russia war

Restrictions reported by Ukraine on its use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv's reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations in its fight against Russia'a invasion, analysts and observers say. A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on Wednesday that Starlink data communication speeds had been "throttled". The change h...

New four-lane bridge opens between China, North Korea

A new four-lane road bridge linking China and North Korea finally opened on Thursday, 12 years late, enabling the Asian giant and its isolated nuclear-armed neighbour to step up cross-border trade substantially. China is its neighbour's largest trading partner and a vital diplomatic and political backer, although relations have not always been smooth with the ruling Kim dynasty.

US bank worker stole $280,000 and used fake reports to hide it

As Negeri Sembilan royal crisis persists, Malaysian rulers, government urged to step in

Malaysia’s powerful Conference of Rulers and the government need to intervene and find a solution to the months-long royal stand-off in Negeri Sembilan and constitutional limbo over the status of the state’s ruler, according to political analysts. Negeri Sembilan’s royal house has been locked in a bitter deadlock since April over whether incumbent Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir or his proposed repla...

War in Ukraine: Kyiv residents decry shortage of bomb shelters

Kyiv's mayor, Vitaly Klitschko, has advised those residents who can "temporarily relocate" for the winter to do so. That advice has been met with derision at best from many residents, who say his administration is responsible for failing to better prepare the Ukrainian capital for Russian attacks. In particular, they complain of a severe shortage of adequate bomb shelters.

IMF warns attacks on Saudi Arabia could hurt global economy after strike on Aramco headquarters

Aramco's headquarters has been hit, flights are suspended and oil prices are rising. The IMF warns that the economic fallout from attacks on Saudi Arabia could be felt worldwide.

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

Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 counts of sexual abuse against two women when they were children and has been told he faces a lengthy jail termA prison van believed to be carrying Jeffrey Donaldson has arrived at Newry crown court.He was being held at Maghaberry prison in his former parliamentary constituency of Lagan Valley in County Antrim awaiting sentencing. Continue reading...

Harry and Meghan cheered in first joint appearance since returning to U.K.

The couple are visiting three charities in Nottingham as they remain locked in a public row with Buckingham Palace about their status and security in Britain.

Harry and Meghan cheered on first joint appearance since returning to U.K.

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, were making their first royal-style public appearance together Thursday since they returned to the United Kingdom with their two children.

Harry and Meghan make first joint appearance since returning to U.K.

LONDON — Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, were making their first royal-style public appearance together on Thursday since they returned to the United Kingdom with their two children.

CTF Media eyes events expansion as traditional TV and broadband growth stagnates

Revamped CTF Media and Entertainment, which holds one of Hong Kong’s three free-to-air television licences, plans to expand its focus beyond TV programmes and broadband to entertainment and the sports economy as its traditional businesses stagnate. Revealing the new logo of the company previously known as i-Cable Communications, CEO and executive director Ivy Wong Nga-fan listed its five core area...

CTF Media eyes sports expansion as traditional TV and broadband growth stagnates

Revamped CTF Media and Entertainment, which holds one of Hong Kong’s three free-to-air television licences, plans to expand its focus beyond TV programmes and broadband to entertainment and the sports economy as its traditional businesses stagnate. Revealing the new logo of the company previously known as i-Cable Communications, CEO and executive director Ivy Wong Nga-fan listed its five core area...

'Where anti-Indian hatred can lead': US lawmaker Raja Krishnamoorthi's warning after plot targeting Aurora Hindu temple

Seoul to maintain Ukraine aid despite spat over North Korea prisoner transfer

South Korea will continue supporting Ukraine “as a responsible member of the international community” despite a diplomatic dispute over the disclosure of two North Korean prisoners of war being repatriated to the South, a foreign ministry official said on Thursday. The official said Seoul would treat its help to Ukraine separately from the dispute, while continuing bilateral consultations to resol...

‘Each country goes its own way’: How Balkan politics shape ties with Israel

Countries’ ties with Israel reflect local politics, defence deals and strategic interests rather than a united stance.

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger relist mansion for $19.99M, nearly $12M less

Hong Kong’s Lingnan University scraps English exit test for graduation

Lingnan University in Hong Kong has scrapped its requirement for undergraduates to pass an English proficiency test before graduating, replacing it with internal language classes. The move has sparked concerns among some observers that the change was intended to accommodate students who struggle to meet international standards. Lau Chi-pang, special adviser to the president on publicity, confirmed...

TSMC confirms talks with Elon Musk over Texas ‘Terafab’ but insists on operational control

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is in discussions regarding a potential role in Elon Musk’s proposed Terafab project in Texas, according to company chairman and CEO C.C. Wei, although he stressed that TSMC would retain operational control of any partner factory. The plant “has got to be run by TSMC”, Wei said during the third-quarter earnings call on Thursday. TSMC, the world’s larges...

London’s oldest restaurant, where Edward VII met his mistress and showbiz stars gathered, is now protected by the National Trust

A historic restaurant in London, renowned for its royal visitors and celebrity clientele over the past 228 years, has been gifted to a conservation organization to ensure its legacy. The donation encompasses the building alongside valuable memorabilia to support conservation initiatives. Operations of the restaurant will persist, securing jobs for its staff while marking a paramount effort in safe...

Duty-free billionaire Chuck Feeney gave Cornell $350 million in 2011; six years later, its New York tech campus opened

In 2011, Chuck Feeney, a notable billionaire, pledged an impressive $350 million to create Cornell Tech in New York City. This generous gesture was pivotal in clinching a contest for a new technology campus. Launched in phases starting in 2017, this initiative integrates academic research with industry collaboration. Feeney believed in living philanthropy, contributing nearly $1 billion to Cornell...

UK's hard-right Reform party hit by fresh scandal as racist views caught on camera

The broadcast followed Reform UK candidates and councillors during local elections in May and at four by-election campaigns in 2025 and 2026.

School roof collapse in Pakistan kills at least 27 students

At least 27 students, most younger than 13, were killed in Pakistan along with a teacher when a school roof collapsed during classes in the northwestern city of Peshawar, authorities said.