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Thales to open what could be Japan’s first foreign-run defence maintenance base

The facility could be the first in Japan set up by a foreign defence company to maintain military equipment and support its operation, according to Nikkei.

BBC defends editing out trans rights slogan on Strictly contestant’s T-shirt

Bethany Antonia wore a T-shirt with the slogan ‘Protect the Dolls’ in rehearsals, but the words were edited out on Saturday’s showThe BBC has defended its decision to edit out a transgender rights slogan from a T-shirt worn by a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, stating it was standard practice to avoid “overt branding or slogans”.The actor Bethany Antonia was filmed wearing the T-shirt, which ...

Netanyahu demands probe into Israeli anonymous whistleblowers in 'NAZA' documentary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday called for an investigation into the anonymous sources featured in the award-winning Gaza war documentary "NAZA". The film, which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival last month, is based on testimony from 24 unnamed Israeli military whistleblowers who accuse the army of killing numerous civilians in Gaza with the use of AI-powe...

Saudi Arabia vows resilience as Houthi strikes hit Riyadh airport

New footage shows a Houthi strike on Riyadh’s airport as Saudi Arabia reaffirms its resilience.

French MPs push exit tax on crypto above €800,000 and fines for undeclared wallets

French MPs want wealthy crypto investors who leave the country to pay tax on their paper gains, under an amendment backed in committee last week alongside fines of up to €10,000 for undeclared self-custody wallets, though every measure must be voted on again.

As drones reshape warfare, Lithuania brings them into the classroom

In Lithuania, children learn to build and programme drones at school. Similar projects exist in Germany. But what can pupils learn from these unmanned systems?

UK comedian Russell Brand in London court for rape trial start

Jury selection took place on Monday for the ⁠trial of British actor ⁠and comedian Russell Brand over alleged ⁠historical crimes including rape and other sexual offences. Brand, 51, once one of Britain’s most high-profile broadcasters and former husband of US singer Katy Perry, faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and ‌one count of indecent assault relating to six women from 1...

The world’s largest known juniper has a hollow trunk that hides its exact age

California's Stanislaus National Forest hosts the Bennett Juniper, recognized as the largest Sierra juniper tree. Standing at 24 meters tall and with a trunk diameter of 389 centimeters, it is impressive. Despite attempts, researchers struggle to determine its exact age due to its hollow trunk. This tree has been protected by 'Save the Redwoods League' for future generations.

Burnham a ‘liar’ over Russian interference in Brexit campaign, says Farage – UK politics live

Reform UK leader claims there was no interference, saying ‘the Russia hoax has run all the way through this’Burnham to urge MPs to embrace closer ties with EUZia Yusuf, Reform UK’s home affairs spokesperson, is speaking now. He started his speech with an account of a 73-year-old woman dying in North Wales after having to wait 23 hours for an ambulance, and he sought to link this to immigration.He ...

Citroën revives its classic 2CV with a new electric concept

Citroën has unveiled an all-electric concept inspired by its iconic 2CV, aiming to bring the classic model back to the road within the next two years. The compact vehicle combines retro styling with modern electric technology and is expected to start at around €15,000.

EU to limit Chinese hybrid vehicle imports to 350,000 a year

Brussels uses WTO rules to quickly impose quota, which will halve Chinese market share to 3%Business live – latest updatesVW boss backs EU plan to bolster domestic industryThe EU is to limit the number of hybrid electrical vehicles imported from China to 350,000 cars a year, the European Commission has confirmed.Imports have been soaring in the last two years with about 800,000 battery and plug-in...

Hong Kong to expand indices, derivatives and yuan-denominated products: HKEX CEO

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is planning further measures to boost market liquidity, attract more international investors and expand the use of China’s currency, including through yuan-denominated gold futures and stock trading, according to a blog post by its CEO on Monday. The plans come as the city steps up efforts to reinforce its position as a leading international financial centre...

EU imposes sanctions on almost 1,600 Russians and companies linked to arms industry

The European Union has imposed sanctions on nearly 1,600 Russian individuals and companies linked to Russia’s arms industry

AI fuelling growth while putting Asia’s young workers at risk, IMF meeting hears

An investment surge into artificial intelligence may be helping prop up a global economy battered by energy supply shocks, but the technology’s potential to cull jobs requires swift mitigation if Asia’s youth are to secure a place in the future workforce, delegates were warned at the IMF–World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok on Monday. Soaring energy prices, persistent inflation and mounting debt ...

This Georgia county is one of the US’s most diverse – and that could flip multiple elections

Gwinnett county is home to many immigrants and other newcomers, and how it votes could be decisive for CongressJohanna Park might just be an ambassador for Gwinnett county, Georgia, one of the 10 most ethnically diverse counties in the United States.Park owns Cafe Amico at Suwanee Town Center, one of her three Italian coffee shops in the area just north of Atlanta. She was born in Korea and lived ...

How immigration is molding the US midterms: ‘Trump has gone too far’

From restaurants to farms to healthcare, the US president’s hardline policies have reshaped Americans’ daily livesIf there is one campaign promise that Donald Trump has kept, it is his pledge to deliver “mass deportations”.Two years later, voters are living uneasily with the consequences. Continue reading...

Inside Scotland's anti-migrant backlash

Anti-immigration protests are growing in Glasgow, Scotland, once seen as one of the U.K.'s most welcoming cities for refugees and asylum seekers. CBS News examines what's driving the shift and how growing frustration is creating an opening for more extreme groups.

Global diesel shortage: why Gulf refined fuel exports lag crude oil shipments

Global diesel prices remain near record highs as Gulf producers struggle to restore refined-fuel exports, despite a recovery in crude shipments and pledges by more countries to release reserves. Net diesel exports from Gulf countries averaged 390,000 barrels per day in August, just over a quarter of their levels before the US-Israel war on Iran, according to the latest available data by the Intern...

Prison 'Games of Hope' olympics in Italy unite inmates and staff

Sport has the power to unite, and overcome barriers... In Rome, inmates and prison officers became athletes for the day, and took part in a sort of mini prison olympics. Organised by the John Paul II foundation for sport, this is the third edition of the “Games of Hope”, over a year after it was held in the men's wing of the prison in 2025. Story by Emily Boyle.

Poland: Police foils alleged assassination attempt against PM

Poland's interior ministry said Sunday a man had been detained on suspicion of plotting an attack against Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defence minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz. Interior minister Marcin Kierwinski told Polish media that the suspect, a man in his 60s, had been arrested in the southwestern region of Lower Silesia. He was identified through an analysis of content posted online. Th...

'Illegal detentions' in India, as protesters allege foul play at Electoral Commission

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, October 12: Widespread protests in India are met with detentions judged "illegal" by the country's Supreme Court. But first: Lebanese papers report as Hezbollah prepares for a new regional flare-up. Finally, Citroën hopes to win hearts and minds with an electric reboot of the vintage Deux Chevaux model.

Balkan temperatures swing as heavy rain heads for Greece

Clear skies bring warm days and cold nights to Montenegro, while a low-pressure system moves towards Aegean SeaEurope live – latest updatesTemperatures fluctuated dramatically in the Balkans last week, with unusually large differences between daytime highs and overnight lows – known as the diurnal range.An area of high pressure over the region brought prolonged sunshine during the day, while clear...

Pakistan detains hundreds of politicians from Imran Khan’s PTI party

President Zardari suspends provincial government in escalation of tensions as Khan supporters march to IslamabadPoliticians from ⁠the party of the former Pakistani ​prime minister Imran Khan have been detained after the suspension of a provincial government now under emergency rule.Pakistan’s president declared a state of emergency and suspended the ⁠government in north-western Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ...

Lebanon’s PM vows investigation after explosives-laden truck seized at checkpoint

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has vowed to pursue suspected Hezbollah members involved in transporting explosives to Beirut