Judge says search warrants used to seize property from former Prince Andrew were unlawful
A London judge says police who searched former Prince Andrew's properties in connection to Jeffrey Epstein agreed the search warrants were unlawful
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U.S. service member describes low ammunition at Kuwait base, says Iran "hit us bad"
Newly obtained video shows an Iranian drone over Camp Buehring, a U.S. military base in Kuwait, before slamming into a building and causing an explosion. Jonah Kaplan has more.
Death of 87-year-old Maricarmen is reenergizing Spain's protests to stop evictions
María del Carmen Abascal had spent most of her life quietly residing in the apartment her family had rented decades before in downtown Madrid
Royal Navy sailor faces court over alleged spying for Russia
Royal Navy sailor appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday after being held in custody since his arrest on Tuesday at his home near London
Canadian Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
The Swedish Academy praised the 76-year-old poet and essayist's work for being 'bold and inventive'.
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CK Asset to demolish 3 blocks at starter homes project after steelwork scandal
Three of the six residential buildings at CK Asset’s “starter homes” project in Hong Kong will be demolished and rebuilt in what the developer called the most “time-saving” solution, two years after a scandal over substandard steel reinforcement work halted construction. The Buildings Department said on Thursday that it had approved demolition plans for three blocks at the Anderson Road developmen...
CK Asset opts to rebuild 3 blocks at starter homes project after steelwork scandal
Three of the six residential buildings at CK Asset’s “starter homes” project in Hong Kong will be demolished and rebuilt in what the developer called the most “time-saving” solution, two years after a scandal over substandard steel reinforcement work halted construction. The Buildings Department confirmed on Thursday that it had approved demolition plans for three blocks at the Anderson Road devel...
Iran strikes tankers outside Hormuz in signs of expanding campaign
Two commercial vessels were hit within 24 hours — one off Qatar, the first attack in that area in six months, and one off Fujairah in the Gulf of Oman — as IRGC-affiliated outlets suggested Tehran had extended operations beyond the crucial strait.
Microsoft brings more AI to PCs as it challenges Apple
Microsoft unveiled on Wednesday an AI coding model that can run directly on personal computers and new security technology to prevent AI agents from accessing data without permission, challenging Apple's push to bring more AI into personal devices.
French PM vows changes as students keep up school protests
French PM Sebastien Lecornu has promised to address student concerns as protests force hundreds of schools to close.
30 dead in strike on Ukraine bus as Russian attacks intensify
Thirty people were killed and at least 18 were injured by Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine that included an attack on a public bus, authorities said Thursday, as an intensive pre-winter wave of attacks continued.
'They killed her': Evicted pensioner who sparked Spain housing protests dies
The 87-year-old whose eviction last month sparked nationwide protests in Spain has died. Maricarmen Abascal was evicted from her home of more than 70 years last month, after it was bought by an investment fund. After news of her passing, some who took to the streets say they believe her death was brought on by the stress of the eviction.
Italian opposition cries foul as Meloni’s electoral reform passed in secret ballot
Parties vow to challenge law in court, arguing that extra reward for those with 42% of support distorts public representationEurope live – latest updatesA controversial overhaul to electoral law that critics say is aimed at boosting Giorgia Meloni’s chances of clinging on to power in elections next year has been given final approval by the Italian parliament.Meloni, the Italian prime minister, say...
Giorgia Meloni wins vote on controversial ‘bonus seat’ changes to electoral system
Italy’s opposition parties vow to challenge law in court, arguing that extra reward for those with 42% of support distorts public representationEurope live – latest updatesA controversial overhaul to electoral law that critics say is aimed at boosting Giorgia Meloni’s chances of clinging on to power in elections next year has been given final approval by the Italian parliament.Meloni, the Italian ...
Lithuania PM confident of 'huge' NATO response if Russia attacks
Lithuania is no stranger to the threat posed by Russia given its geography and history.
French protest leaders warn action will continue until education demands are met – Europe live
Protesters are gathering in Paris to rally against government policies on school and educationin AthensOver in Athens, Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, has been forced, yet again, to address allegations of misconduct by Kimberly Guilfoyle, America’s ambassador to Greece. Continue reading...
High school student protests continue in France
#France: high school students continue to protest Thursday in the face of what they say is the government’s failure to respond to their demands. Follow the fourth day of protests on FRANCE 24
Search warrants used in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor raids were unlawful, court rules
Judge makes ruling after former prince applied for judicial review of operation linked to Jeffrey Epstein investigationAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor has won his legal challenge against Thames Valley police over search warrants that led to his arrest.The former prince brought a judicial review of the legality of the force’s actions and those of the central criminal court, which granted the warrants. C...
Rubio praises nationalism and ties ‘America First’ values to ancient Greece
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Western nations to prioritise their own interests in a speech in Athens.
EU presses Russia for more details on suspected plague case
Pressure mounts on Moscow to explain the suspected plague case in Siberia, which has put health authorities on edge. Brussels is calling on Moscow to come clean "as soon as possible".
Lab where Russian worker died suspected of previously developing bioweapons
The lab in Irkutsk, where the Russian worker died, has long been suspected of developing bioweapons, according to author Annie Jacobsen, who recently released her nonfiction book, "Biological War: A Scenario." Leigh Kiniry reports.
Has Israel shut the UK consulate in East Jerusalem – or downgraded it?
British Foreign Secretary Miliband said the consulate building would remain but would be called 'UK Mission, Jerusalem'.
New Paris exhibition explores Ireland's housing crisis through contemporary art
Huge demonstrations have been held over the last few weeks in Spain over its housing crisis, but the issue is not restricted to Spain. Many other countries also have a huge problem with housing, including Ireland, with experts saying that for every street of 10 houses, the country actually needs 12. Now a new exhibition in Paris at the Irish Cultural Centre is trying to reflect the issue. In Persp...
Germany lifts GDP forecast as economy withstands Iran war
The government lifted its full-year growth projection to 1.3%, up from its April forecast of just 0.5%, as the German economy proved more resilient than expected.
US scientist’s children erupt in joy after hearing he won Nobel
Video shows US scientist Karl Deisseroth breaking the news to his son and two daughters that he won the Nobel Prize.
OE2027: youth housing guarantee stays, defence hits 2.15% of GDP, €1m for AI
The government on Thursday submitted to parliament the 2027 state budget, projecting 2% growth and a surplus of 0.1–0.2% of GDP. Approval is assured, as the PS will abstain in the key vote.
Budget 2027: youth mortgage guarantee stays, defence hits 2.15% of GDP, €1m for AI
The government on Thursday submitted to parliament the draft 2027 state budget, projecting 2% growth and a surplus of 0.1% to 0.2% of GDP. Approval is assured, as PS plans to abstain in the initial vote.