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Dr Annie Andrews voices opposition to ‘biological men ... in women’s sports’ in response to Republican attacksDr Annie Andrews, a Democratic Senate candidate in South Carolina, has responded to persistent efforts by Republicans to make trans athletes in women’s sports a wedge issue in the race.In a restrained direct-to-camera statement, Andrews – a pediatrician – outlined her opposition to “biolog...
The developer of One Stanley has offered flat owners a six-year structural warranty and free independent property inspections amid an investigation into suspected steel reinforcement deficiencies at the seaside luxury residential development in southern Hong Kong. K Wise, a subsidiary of One Stanley developer K&K Property, addressed the brewing scandal on Friday, a week after allegations of substa...
The Qatar Philharmonic brings the sounds of Mexico to Doha, with musicians from around the world exploring Mexican orchestral traditions.
Some Hong Kong travel agencies are offering tours featuring “five-minute clearance” at the revamped Huanggang Port when it opens on Monday, but the security chief has urged those who do not need to use the crossing immediately to delay their visits. Three days before the port’s official opening, the South China Morning Post on Friday found a number of tour packages advertised on social media that ...
After thousands of people queued around the world earlier this year to get their hands on the avant-garde Audemars Piguet x Swatch, Royal Pop collaboration, collectors have been carefully following the second-hand market. Now, two leading watch experts share their secrets of what and when to buy.
Saber is expected to fetch at least $1m and is one of more than two dozen props that will be up for saleA lightsaber used by Darth Vader in the duel where he tells Luke Skywalker “I am your father” is going up for sale at Heritage Auctions next month.The Vader saber, also used in Return of the Jedi, is expected to fetch at least $1m. It is one of more than two dozen lightsaber props that will be u...
In response to the massive high school student protests in France, Education Minister Édouard Geffray announced emergency measures on Thursday, October 8. Some students reacted to these measures in interviews with France 24.
The death of the worker from the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute has stirred fears worldwide.
The committee said Pillay's award was a message to those seeking to undermine 'the international rules-based system and the institutions.'
States of emergency declared in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi, where residents prepare for ‘long-duration power outages’Isaias strengthened into a category 3 hurricane on Friday morning as it barreled toward the US Gulf coast, where states of emergency have been declared in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi.The hurricane, the first in the Atlantic in what has turned into a very late 2026 season,...
Florida, Alabama and Mississippi brace as Isaias strengthens to category 3 and surges up to 7ft expectedIsaias strengthened into a category 3 hurricane on Friday morning as it barreled toward the US Gulf coast, where states of emergency have been declared in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi.The hurricane, the first in the Atlantic in what has turned into a very late 2026 season, is expected to cau...
Truckloads of Eritrean soldiers have been seen driving into Ethiopia, which has reportedly responded with drone strikes.
Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné says bloc will support 46 strategic projects including lithium and rare earths plantsThe EU is “pulling out all the stops” to fend off an imminent potential trade crisis with China, the industry commissioner, Stéphane Séjourné, has said, as the bloc announced its backing for a string of critical materials projects.Séjourné said on Friday that the EU would support 46 ...
Did Chinese AI companies secretly tap US models to close the technology gap? That is the central question hanging over China’s tech sector following a wave of allegations from Washington and American AI lab Anthropic. According to a joint advisory by the National Security Agency, FBI, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency last month, Chinese AI developers have been systematically ex...
A South Carolina couple started an air-conditioning business with just $2,000 after losing their jobs in December 2020. Stephanie and David Postell founded Anchor Heating and Air in 2021, dividing responsibilities between operations and technical services. Nearly five years later, their company is on track to generate more than $8 million in annual revenue.
A young orangutan has been rescued from wildfires in Borneo. Named Novita, the three- to four-year-old female was found clinging to a tree in Central Kalimantan on 26 September, with burns to her hands and feet after crossing the flames.
Warning follows Pete Hegseth announcement that firing squad execution of Fort Hood killer will be public• US politics – latest updatesLivestreaming an execution could cause post-traumatic stress disorder in the viewing public, mental health experts have said after the US confirmed plans to broadcast the death by firing squad of a man who shot dead 13 unarmed soldiers.The US defence secretary, Pete...
“Cities can’t keep working to cut emissions while allowing their own advertising spaces to encourage more flying and fossil fuel consumption.”
The MP says that passing the motion has done ‘genuine damage; to the party’s reputationReport: Labour wins Holborn and St Pancras byelectionAnalysis: defeat will disappoint Greens – but there may also be reliefActivists in Camden have suggested the Greens’ decision to back the anti-Zionism motion has cost them votes in the byelection.Councillors for both Labour the Liberal Democrats told the Press...
Police and protesters clashed in Brussels on Friday as tens of thousands of people rallied separately in the Belgian capital against rising living costs and budget-tightening measures introduced by the government.
Reform UK shadow chancellor seeks to associate Tory leader with metropolitan elite as party relations sour furtherUK politics live – latest updatesRobert Jenrick has launched an extended attack on Kemi Badenoch for being part of a metropolitan elite, saying a coalition deal with the Tories would be like being “handcuffed to a zombie”.The Reform UK shadow chancellor repeatedly called the Tory leade...
China’s cooperation with the Pacific islands is not part of a geopolitical competition, top diplomat Wang Yi told a delegation of politicians from the region on Friday. The comments come as Beijing and Washington vie for influence in the South Pacific. “China’s engagement with Pacific island countries is a form of South-South cooperation based on mutual assistance and support,” Wang said, accordin...
Exclusive: Chancellor urged to reverse Rishi Sunak’s tax surcharge cuts to claw back billions in lost revenueBusiness live – latest updatesTax cuts for big banks have deprived the UK government of £6bn in revenues, according to campaigners, who are calling on the chancellor, John Healey, to increase taxes and force lenders to pay their “fair share” in the upcoming budget.Calculations by the Trades...
Vivien Lichtenstein urges party leader to quit over ‘Zionism is racism’ policy – but could face no-confidence motion herselfThe chair of the Jewish Greens has called for Zack Polanski to step down as pressure increases on the Green leader to acknowledge anger within the party over a new policy that equates Zionism with racism and calls for the state of Israel to be abolished.The comments by Vivien...
Dakota Johnson has successfully sold her stunning Los Angeles residence for an impressive $5,924,372, having owned the property since 2016. Initially purchased for $3.55 million amid her burgeoning career, the midcentury home underwent extensive renovations to elevate its charm. Listed at $6 million, it quickly found a buyer, closing a notable chapter in the actress's life.
Phishing remains the most common cyber threat — only one in two respondents say they are able to spot a deepfake video.
Former prince was granted £302,000 in compensation for early end of lease and King Charles has reportedly contributed to costsAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor faced a £1.8m bill to cover repair and restoration of his former Royal Lodge home in Windsor after the lease was officially surrendered.But the former prince was granted £302,000 in compensation for surrendering the lease early on the 98-acre prop...
Russia is fighting for settlements it once firmly held in Donetsk, and has retreated from many others.
US immigration officer shot man in car where five-year-old child was sitting in the Bronx, sparking fierce protestsUS politics live – latest updatesLeading New York Democrats expressed anger and demanded curbs on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) violence after a federal officer shot a man in a car where a five-year-old child was sitting, sparking fierce protests.At least seven shots were ...
A Palestinian boy was seen fleeing after Israeli settlers attacked his father and stole their car in Ramallah.
