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Hong Kong’s new university town a test of the city’s global ambitions

Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis University Town is no longer just a planning concept. After site visits by a university town task force, the government has reportedly absorbed lessons from overseas models, expanded the university town area to more than 1,000 hectares, received 19 proposals from local institutions and moved towards phased site tendering and development. The project has become somet...

Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets

Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.

Qatar denies Tehran’s claim it is detaining Iranian bomber pilots

Iran claims Qatar is holding three pilots who were shot down in March. Doha decries 'misleading statements'.

Qatar denies it is detaining three Iranian bomber pilots

Iran says Qatar is holding three pilots who were shot down in March. Doha decries 'misleading statements'.

19th-century ships accidentally brought mice to islands 30 miles off San Francisco

The Farallon Islands are grappling with an overwhelming invasion of house mice, significantly disturbing the delicate ecological system. These rodents threaten the survival of native wildlife, with burrowing owls preying on them and subsequently impacting the vulnerable Ashy storm-petrels. A new eradication initiative involves dropping rodenticide bait from helicopters, driving efforts to restore ...

After facing accusations of being DEI hire, black former Cambridge professor found dead at home

California tackles multiple wildfires as firefighter workforce faces strain

The federal wildland firefighting workforce, faced with low pay and cost of living issues, copes with Trump-era cuts.

Israeli strikes kill 11 in southern Lebanon, Hezbollah threatens to retaliate

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people Saturday, some of the deadliest since deals in June eased hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel's military said the strikes were in retaliation for an attack by Hezbollah on its troops in the country's south and the Iran-backed militant group said that the attacks would be "met with what they deserve".

Morocco detains dozens of migrants trying to cross into Ceuta, reports say

Security had been stepped up amid suggestions on social media of a second mass crossing on Saturday.

Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years

In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.

Number of deaths after ferry disaster in Zimbabwe rises to 92

The number of deaths after a ferry capsized in Zimbabwe has risen to 92.

More bodies found after ferry disaster in Zimbabwe as number of deaths climbs to 72

Twenty-six more bodies have been found after a ferry capsized in Zimbabwe - taking the total number of deaths to at least 72.

More bodies found after ferry disaster in Zimbabwe as number of deaths reaches 72

Twenty-six more bodies have been found after a ferry capsized in Zimbabwe - taking the total number of deaths to at least 72.

More bodies found after ferry disaster in Zimbabwe as number of deaths hits 72

Twenty-six more bodies have been found after a ferry capsized in Zimbabwe - taking the total number of deaths to at least 72.

In 1987, a British naturalist became the first professional warden of a remote Seychelles island

In 1987, British naturalist Ian Bullock established Aride Island as a key conservation hub. His initiative led to the successful relocation of endangered Seychelles warblers the following year, significantly bolstering the species' numbers and preventing potential extinction. Today, their population thrives, and Bullock's innovative conservation methods are now standard practices in island ecosyst...

Canadian petition to expel US ambassador gains over 170,000 signatures

The petition is set to be discussed by House of Commons in a sign of discontent with policies of US President Trump.

Moroccan police intercept migrants heading for Ceuta enclave

Security forces in Fnideq have stepped up operations to prevent migrants from crossing into Ceuta.

Moroccan Police Intercept Migrants Heading for Ceuta Enclave

Security forces in Fnideq have stepped up operations to prevent migrants from crossing into Ceuta.

New York City man charged with hate crimes after alleged synagogue assault

Police say Larry Montes struck a woman and a security guard after he disrupted Shabbat servicesA New York City man is facing hate crime charges after police say he assaulted a woman and a security team member while disrupting Shabbat services at Central Synagogue in Manhattan – all in plain view of a live stream.The New York police department identified the suspect in the case as Larry Montes, 46,...

One Nation senator says parents who support their trans children are engaging in ‘child abuse’

‘There’s male, there’s female, and then there’s mental illness,’ Tyron Whitten says on YouTube showGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation senator Tyron Whitten has claimed parents supporting their children who identify as transgender are engaging in “child abuse”, telling a fringe YouTube show: “there’s male, there’s female, and then there’s mental illness”.Guardian ...

Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in Polish village

A 55.6-metre Virgin Mary statue has been inaugurated in a small Polish village, with hundreds attending a ceremony featuring a Mass, traditional music and helicopters scattering rose petals.

Pbd Podcast Debate: Owens, Wilson clash over Kirk killing; proof of Israeli role still missing

Candace Owens and Andrew Wilson debated claims about Charlie Kirk’s killing on the PBD Podcast. Wilson is a Christian conservative commentator known for The Crucible and Debate University. Owens did not prove that Israel was directly involved in Kirk’s killing. The debate drew more than 3.1 million views in under 24 hours, while the $500,000 payment remained unclear.

Moroccan police arrest over 100 migrants trying to reach Spanish enclave

A social media campaign encouraged people to flock to Ceuta just weeks after many died while making the crossing.

In 2023, Chris Pratt listed his Pacific Palisades mansion for $32 million; three years later...

After multiple price adjustments and relisting efforts, Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger are once again offering their Pacific Palisades home for $19.99 million. Originally bought for $15.6 million in 2018, this marks their fifth try to sell the opulent estate, which boasts six bedroom suites along with ample outdoor living spaces, a true testament to luxury living in Los Angeles.

Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to ascend the throne

The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.