Iraq’s PM tells Saudi crown prince Iraqi territory will not be used for attacks
Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was struck by drones last month in an attack that originated in Iraq.
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‘A big responsibility’: Clifton Suspension Bridge master hails £7.6m renovation
Engineer Tristan Ralph describes task of maintaining and running Bristol structure without public moneyThe job does not give the holder age-old perks such as the right to drive sheep across the great structure, but the title “bridge master” does have a certain ring to it.“I don’t tend to say I’m the bridge master when I’m at a party,” said Tristan Ralph, the current holder of the title. “But peopl...
German police seize robot that allegedly groped a teenage girl
German police have seized a humanoid robot after it allegedly touched a 16-year-old girl in an indecent manner and made sexually suggestive gestures.
Tyler Perry transformed Atlanta’s 330-acre army base into a film hub with 12 sound stages
In 2015, Tyler Perry acquired the former Fort McPherson Army base in Atlanta for $30 million, and transformed it into a major production hub featuring 12 sound stages. This initiative not only aims to create new jobs but also emphasizes the importance of preserving historical structures while meeting the evolving demands of the film industry. Perry’s vision includes nurturing local talent to foste...
French minister accuses Elon Musk of ‘online harassment campaigns’ against European leaders
Jean-Noël Barrot criticises X owner in speech attacking foreign efforts to destabilise country before 2027 electionFrance’s foreign minister has accused Elon Musk of using his social media platform to orchestrate “massive online harassment campaigns” against European leaders, as he took aim at foreign efforts to destabilise the country before next year’s presidential election.Speaking at an Organi...
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What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.
US inflation rose to 3.7% in September, figures show
Final inflation report before midterms comes as polls show widespread anger over cost of living under TrumpRepublicans are entering the midterm elections with the highest rate of inflation since the spring, according to a government report released on Wednesday.US price increases reached an annual rate of 3.7% in September, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This fin...
Burnham says he wants to 'repair bridges' between Ukraine and US
It comes ahead of a meeting between the prime minister and President Zelensky at Downing Street.
Michael Jordan’s 1998 Bulls jersey sells for record $14 million to Miami investor
A historic Michael Jordan jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been sold for an astonishing $14 million. This sale sets a new benchmark in the world of basketball collectibles, emphasizing the increasing importance of sports memorabilia in popular culture. With its autograph and verified ownership, the jersey's value soared, especially as interest in Jordan's last championship season continues to g...
Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem and restores free trade with Israel
Colombia has opened an embassy in West Jerusalem under new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella.
Prosecution labels Russell Brand 'ruthless sexual predator' at opening of trial
A British prosecutor has accused Russell Brand of being a “ruthless” sexual predator who assaulted six women over the course of a decade
Lufthansa beats Air France-KLM to €1.2bn stake in TAP Air Portugal
Portugal has chosen Lufthansa to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP, completing the first phase of the airline’s privatisation. The deal still needs regulatory approval.
Lufthansa to be new TAP shareholder, Portuguese government says
Lufthansa has emerged as the buyer in TAP's privatisation. The prime minister said the airline's first privatisation process is now complete.
Lufthansa to become new TAP shareholder, Portuguese government says
Lufthansa has won the race to privatise TAP. The prime minister announced that the airline's first privatisation phase has now been completed.
Lufthansa to become new TAP shareholder, says Portuguese government
Lufthansa has won the bid to privatise TAP. The prime minister announced that the airline's first privatisation process has now been completed.
Indonesia’s top Muslim council opposes Andrea Bocelli concerts over Israel ties
Indonesia’s top Muslim clerical body has opposed upcoming concerts by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli at Borobudur Temple and Jakarta
Louvre boss warns of closure risk unless museum is 'repaired, updated and transformed'
The world's most-visited museum "will eventually have to close its doors to the public" unless the French state steps in to finance a major overhaul, Louvre director Christophe Leribault told Le Figaro on Wednesday, in the latest dire warning about the creaking institution hit by a string of scandals including water leaks, ticket frauds and a high-profile jewel heist.
Louvre boss warns of closure risk without major renovations
The Louvre Museum risks having to close its doors to the public unless lawmakers approve a major overhaul of the creaking and over-capacity institution, its head told a French newspaper on Wednesday.
Guinea-Bissau denies it has approved controversial vaccine trial in newborns
Health minister says government ‘did not authorize’ Danish-led hepatitis B trial in babies backed by RFK JrGuinea-Bissau has not approved the controversial hepatitis B study in newborns that would be funded by the US government and private partners, the African country’s minister of health said on Tuesday.The study, which would not investigate the safety or effectiveness of vaccines but would inst...
Bulgaria says Russia likely behind Black Sea strikes as rescue operations continue
Bulgaria says Russia was likely behind drone attacks in the Black Sea that sank two ships in the Black Sea but there is no way of proving it
World’s oldest shipwreck off Turkey: 4,700-year-old amphorae discovered
The shipwreck found near Antalya’s Kekova Island, dated to roughly 4,400–4,700 years ago, sheds light on maritime trade in the eastern Mediterranean.
Huang Qifan, China’s political tumbler, falls after a decade of close corruption calls
For a decade, former Chongqing mayor Huang Qifan stood out as a political survivor while colleague after close colleague fell in China’s far-reaching anti-corruption campaign. Throughout that time, including his seven years as the megacity’s mayor from 2009 to 2016, Huang was seen as a “tumbler” in Chinese politics – a weighted doll that wobbles but never falls over. The nickname was well-deserved...
Lufthansa to become new TAP shareholder, Portuguese government announces
Lufthansa has won the race to privatise TAP. The prime minister announced that the airline's first privatisation process has been completed.
Fulham manager Arbeloa fined for Man Utd refereeing outburst
Alvaro Arbeloa fined $33,000 for remarks made after Fulham's 1-1 draw against Manchester United in September.
Ken Paxton stirs vaccine skepticism to ingratiate himself with Maha movement
Texas AG and US Senate hopeful announced inquiry into alleged conspiracy between pediatricians, vaccine makers and insurance firmsKen Paxton, the attorney general of Texas and the Republican candidate for the US Senate, is aligning himself with the Make America Healthy Again (Maha) movement by investigating pediatricians for giving vaccines – actions that could further restrict access to vaccines ...
Ken Paxton stirs vaccines skpeticism to ingratiate himself with Maha movement
Texas AG and US Senate hopeful announced inquiry into alleged conspiracy between pediatricians, vaccine makers and insurance firmsKen Paxton, the attorney general of Texas and the Republican candidate for the US Senate, is aligning himself with the Make America Healthy Again (Maha) movement by investigating pediatricians for giving vaccines – actions that could further restrict access to vaccines ...
