UEFA football leaders meet to shape strategy to oust FIFA’s Infantino
European football leaders gather in Berlin with the aim of shaping strategy to oust Gianni Infantino as FIFA president.
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What France's student protesters want – and what the government is offering
Staff shortages, rats in the corridors, and a university admissions system that feels like a lottery: As protests sweep France, high school students have drawn up a list of demands to deal with these and other issues. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has promised a government response by the end of October, but whether he can quell the unrest remains to be seen.
'We want you home’: Family of missing UMD student Dilan Ashar appeals for help as search enters 5th day
Paxton admits Trump’s Iran war and US gas prices are plaguing Republicans in leaked audio
Texas attorney general acknowledged affordability was his party’s ‘biggest problem’ heading into the midtermsUS politics live – latest updatesKen Paxton, the Texas attorney general running as the Republican candidate in a competitive Senate race, admitted privately that rising fuel prices as a result of Donald Trump’s Iran war were hurting his party before the midterms in the latest leaked audio r...
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Canada suspends plans to expand assisted dying to people with mental illness
People with mental illness alone were to be eligible for assisted dying in Canada in March 2027, but that has now been paused indefinitely.
Labour could oversee worst parliament on record for living standards, study warns
Energy and housing costs threaten biggest decline in modern times unless bold action taken, says thinktankSoaring energy and housing costs mean Labour is on course to preside over the worst parliament for living standards in modern times, a stark analysis warns.Three weeks ahead of John Healey’s budget, the Joseph Rowntree Foundation said Britain faces a “dire” outlook unless the government takes ...
Bill Wyman’s metal detecting hobby uncovered 200 Roman coins and a lost farmstead
Bill Wyman, the former bassist of the Rolling Stones, unearthed a medieval jug on his estate while metal detecting. His efforts yielded an impressive collection of over 200 Roman coins and the uncovering of a previously undiscovered Roman farmstead. Collaborating with heritage authorities, Wyman meticulously documented his finds, enhancing Suffolk's historic environment record and shedding light o...
Iconic penguin colony sees "population collapse," study finds
Drone and satellite images show the volcanic island lost more than 680,000 of its chinstrap penguins between 2011 and 2025, experts said.
Knife attack at Polish school: in Ostroleka a student injures seven, two are in critical condition
On Wednesday morning at a vocational school in Ostrołęka in Northern Poland, a 19-year-old pupil attacked classmates and teachers with a sharp tool, injuring seven people, two of whom are in a serious condition, police said.
US proposes US$70,000 fee for foreign students to work after graduation
The United States has proposed requiring universities and other certified schools to pay US$70,000 for each foreign student entering a post-graduation work programme, a measure that could sharply raise the cost for thousands of Chinese graduates seeking employment experience in the country. The Department of Homeland Security announced on Wednesday that the proposed fee would apply to initial part...
LA officials document first case of a rabid raccoon in more than 50 years
Four people and a dog may have been exposed to rabies from the animal, Los Angeles public health officials sayLos Angeles county recently documented its first rabid raccoon in more than 50 years, and health officials are urging residents to never touch wild animals.The county’s department of public health announced in a statement this week that four people and a dog may have been exposed to the an...
France: Government suspends stun grenade use in school protests
France has suspended police use of stun grenades at high school demonstrations, the interior minister announced, amid growing allegations of police brutality after two weeks of protests marked by frequent violent clashes that have left hundreds injured.France has suspended police use of stun grenades at high school demonstrations, the interior minister announced, amid growing allegations of police...
Christa Pike’s lawyers in court after she regains consciousness in hospital – latest updates
Tennessee prisoner awake and speaking after surviving state’s attempt to execute her last WednesdayChrista Pike is conscious and speaking after botched execution attempt, lawyers sayThe court hearing of Christa Pike is now under way.Pike’s lawyers are addressing the court at the moment. Continue reading...
Germany’s Merz vows to fight ‘extremism’ after AfD, far-left election gains
Far-right and far-left parties gain ground in local elections as Merz's approval rating sinks.
Fantasy worlds come to life on nails at London nail art competition
Nailympia London showcased fantasy nail art inspired by folklore, forests and steampunk, as global artists raced to create miniature worlds on nails.
Rebranded Jaguar unveils its first electric sportscar: The Type 01EV
Hailed as the most technologically advanced and powerful Jaguar in the company’s history, it premiered in New York today, targeting a younger, wealthier and mostly American customer base.
More than 200,000 displaced as fighting escalates in Yemen, UN says
With 3,700 fleeing to Djibouti amid Houthi clashes, the UN warns three in four families in parts of Yemen face hunger.
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Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures three years after attacks
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to take any personal responsibility for what happened or order a state inquiry.
Milan looks East: Chinese fashion takes centre stage for traditional craftwork
Brocade carries centuries of Chinese history, woven with patterns that have long held meanings beyond decoration. Now, the traditional craft is finding a new expression on the Milan catwalk, as designers reinterpret the fabric for a contemporary audience.
South Dakota biofuels CEO donates 20.5 acres to expand park drawing 200,000 visitors yearly
Jeff and Tammie Broin have announced their donation of 20.5 acres to Sioux Falls. This land will be added to Great Bear Recreation Park for conservation. Currently, there are no immediate plans for recreational facilities on the new land. The donation also requires approval from the Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Board and City Council. This gift aligns with community goals for enhanced outdoor ...
Chris Rokos gets green light for 40-acre solar farm at Savernake Estate after neighbour objections
Hedge fund billionaire Chris Rokos has secured Wiltshire Council approval for a 40-acre solar farm at his 4,500-acre Savernake Estate despite neighbour objections. The ground-mounted panels are expected to generate 794,600 kWh of electricity annually, supplying a significant share of the energy needs of the renovated 100-bedroom Tottenham House in Wiltshire.
Over 500 French schools shut down amid violent student protests
Nationwide protests in France have shut down or disrupted more than 500 schools as students demand better learning conditions and changes to the education system. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports on what protesters are demanding from the government.
Sri Lanka's former first lady is arrested on corruption allegations
The wife of Sri Lanka’s former powerful President Mahinda Rajapaksa has been arrested and detained on allegations of misusing donations received into her charity when she was first lady
Howard Hughes' 30,000-acre Las Vegas land buy for $3 an acre eventually became Summerlin
In 1952, Howard Hughes embarked on a visionary project by purchasing 30,000 acres of barren land in Las Vegas, aiming for development. It wasn't until 1988 that plans for Summerlin came to life, culminating in construction that began in 1990, highlighting its residential beginnings. Today, Summerlin has blossomed into a vibrant community spanning 22,500 acres, hosting over 130,000 residents along ...
Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities kill at least 21 in a major attack that Kyiv saw coming
Russian missiles and drones pounded Kyiv and a dozen other Ukrainian regions overnight into Wednesday, killing at least 21 civilians, including four children, and wounding around 60 in Moscow’s latest devastating barrage, Ukrainian officials said.
France halts use of stun grenades in policing of student protests
The French government said on Wednesday it was pausing the use of stun grenades in its policing of student protests, after a 15-year-old boy’s hand was blown off during a clash with riot police, fuelling protesters’ accusations of police brutality. Protests showed no sign of easing, with more than 500 schools closed a day after demonstrations swept across the country, and unions representing high-...
Russia dismisses transparency calls amid reports of second Siberia plague case
Rospotrebnadzor said nearly 5,000 tests found no dangerous pathogens and saw "no epidemic risk," while the Kremlin called most media reporting "false" and said it had no knowledge of a US demarche formally requesting additional information.